ALI climbs 117 places in the global ranking and is the lone property firm on the list, driven by measurable sustainability performance
MANILA — Ayala Land, Inc. (ALI) rose 117 places to rank 369th globally in Time’s World’s Most Sustainable Companies 2026, emerging as the only Philippine real estate developer on the list, marking its second consecutive year of recognition. ALI and Globe are the only two Philippine companies recognized on this year’s list.
The higher ranking validates Ayala Land’s continued progress in delivering measurable sustainability outcomes at scale, from expanding renewable energy use and low-carbon buildings to reducing waste and strengthening the resilience of its estates and developments.
“For Ayala Land, long-term value for our communities and sustainable development go hand in hand — one simply isn’t possible without the other,” Meean B. Dy, president and CEO of Ayala Land said. “This recognition from TIME is deeply meaningful, and it reinforces our commitment to building places designed to last for generations
Progress measured across the portfolio
TIME and global data firm Statista assessed more than 5,000 of the world’s largest and most influential companies, selected based on revenue, market capitalization, and public prominence. The process used a rigorous 4-step methodology to identify the top 750 companies, evaluating them on more than 20 key data points. Criteria used to determine rank include sustainable business practices, commitments & ratings, reporting standards & transparency, and environmental & social stewardship.
Beyond pledges, the data points included key performance indicators (KPIs) that demonstrate measurable impacts. Environmental indicators include emission intensity, energy intensity, renewable energy ratio, waste intensity, and the share of recycled waste, while social indicators include workplace safety, employee turnover, and gender metrics.
“Our sustainability strategy is focused on delivering measurable outcomes at scale across our portfolio,” said Robert S. Lao, Chief Sustainability Officer of Ayala Land. “By expanding our use of renewable energy, advancing low-carbon buildings, improving resource efficiency, and strengthening climate resilience, we are reducing environmental impacts while enhancing the long-term performance of our assets and estates. This recognition from TIME affirms our progress in these areas.”
Sustainability embedded in operations
Several factors have contributed to Ayala Land’s progress:
- Renewable Energy Leadership: 98% of gross leasable area across ALI’s malls, offices, and hotels is powered by renewable electricity or supported by renewable energy certificates (REC) as of end-2025, up from 96% the prior year. This has helped reduce operational emissions across its commercial portfolio.
- Advancing Circularity: ALI diverted 44% of waste generated from operations and construction activities away from landfills in 2025, supporting its goal of achieving zero waste to landfill by 2030.
- Low-Carbon Buildings: ALI holds EDGE Zero Carbon certification for more than 1.5 million sqm of commercial office space, representing the largest certified office portfolio of its kind globally.
- Green mobility infrastructure: Pedestrian networks, bike lanes, EV charging facilities, and transit links continue to expand across ALI estates, supporting lower-carbon and more connected communities.
Ayala Land is committed to Net Zero by 2050, with near-term targets validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and aligned with the Business Ambition for 1.5°C. This commitment has helped ALI drive low-carbon developments and a circular approach to materials and waste in operations.
The company’s sustainability performance has also improved its access to capital to finance growth. ALI pioneered sustainability-linked financing in Philippine real estate, securing an additional ₱12.87 billion sustainability-linked loan from the IFC and a ₱15.0 billion sustainability-linked bond in 2025, in addition to its earlier ₱14 billion bond and ₱14.5 billion IFC loan in 2024.
Recognized across global sustainability benchmarks
Over the past year, Ayala Land improved across several international sustainability benchmarks, including an upgrade in its MSCI ESG Rating to BBB from BB and continued recognition in leading assessments such as CDP, Sustainalytics, and the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA). ALI’s strong performance in the S&P Global CSA also led to its inclusion in the 2026 S&P Global CSA Sustainability Yearbook.
This TIME recognition follows Ayala Land’s inclusion in the publication’s other 2026 global rankings, including its 73rd-place finish in TIME’s Asia-Pacific Best Companies 2026, the highest ranking among Philippine property developers. For Ayala Land, the recognition reinforces its focus on creating estates and developments that are environmentally responsible, economically resilient, and socially inclusive. The company views sustainability as a long-term driver of growth and competitiveness, enabling it to create enduring value for customers, communities, investors, and future generations.
