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Monde Nissin Receives Special Citation at 2026 EPR Recognition Program

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MANILA, PHILIPPINES — Monde Nissin Corporation received a Special Citation for Obliged Enterprises (OE) at the 2026 Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Recognition Program, organized by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) and the Philippine Alliance for Recycling and Materials Sustainability (PARMS).

The recognition highlights the company’s efforts to advance responsible packaging, circularity, and plastic waste management under the Philippines’ EPR Act. It affirms Monde Nissin’s commitment to environmental stewardship and its broader aspiration to improve the well-being of people and the planet while creating sustainable solutions for food security.

As part of its efforts to reduce plastic at source, Monde Nissin reported a total reduction of 176,000 kilograms of plastic between 2023 and November 2025 through packaging redesign and operational efficiencies. Key initiatives included lightweighting and component removal in Monde Mamon packaging, avoiding approximately 80 metric tons of plastic; eliminating garnish sachets in Lucky Me! Mini Go Cup, which prevented an additional 96 metric tons of plastic waste in 2023; resealable Lucky Me! Salu-Salo packs, reducing plastic use by 25% at the outer packaging level; and lightweight EcoLean packaging for GoodNom Gata.

Beyond reduction, Monde Nissin made significant progress in advancing circular packaging. In 2024, 94% of the company’s plastic packaging by volume consisted of mono-material plastics, bringing it closer to its target of 95% mono-material packaging by 2025. The company also achieved 100% recovery and diversion of its obligated plastic footprint in both 2023 and 2024, including flexible plastics that are traditionally difficult to recycle.

Monde Nissin’s sustainability initiatives extend to community-centered circular systems. Through the Aling Tindera Program, implemented in partnership with PCX Markets and HOPE, the company integrates women micro-entrepreneurs into plastic recovery networks. In 2024 alone, the program helped recover 600 metric tons of multi-layer plastic waste while generating approximately ₱1.5 million in additional income for participating women entrepreneurs.

The recognition from DENR and PARMS underscores the role of collaboration among government, industry, and communities in addressing plastic waste challenges. For Monde Nissin, these initiatives form part of a broader commitment to building sustainable food systems—one driven by continued investment in responsible packaging and circular solutions, and aimed at a future that balances innovation, environmental responsibility, and long-term food security.

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Monde Nissin Supports Cocolinarya Turismo 2025, Champions Coconut Sustainability with GoodNom Fresh Gata

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MANILA — In celebration of National Coconut Week, Monde Nissin Corporation proudly participated as a Gold Sponsor of Cocolinarya Turismo 2025, a premier culinary event organized by the Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA). Held at SM Megamall Trade Hall, Building B, last August 29, 2025, the event gathered key figures from government, industry, and education, and secretaries from the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and Department of Agriculture (DA).

Dr. Dexter R. Buted (Administrator, Philippine Coconut Authority), DTI Secretary Maria Cristina Aldeguer-Roque, and Assistant Secretary Philip C. Young participate in the ribbon cutting ceremony of Cocolinarya Turismo 2025 at SM Megamall Trade Hall, Building B. The event, held during National Coconut Week, brought together key government and industry leaders to celebrate coconut sustainability and Filipino culinary heritage.

As part of its sponsorship, Monde Nissin showcased GoodNom Fresh Gata, a proudly Filipino product that celebrates the coconut as a locally sourced, sustainable ingredient. GoodNom brings the versatility of coconut to Filipino cuisine thanks to its 5 Sarap Signs of fresh gata–Maputi, Mabango, Malapot, Manamis-namis at Ma-krema. By promoting coconut in Filipino cuisine, Monde Nissin reinforces its commitment to supporting smallholder farmers, advancing local agriculture, and promoting Filipino food heritage. 

“This partnership reflects our deep belief in the power of local. By introducing GoodNom Fresh Gata at Cocolinarya Turismo 2025, we celebrate the richness of our culinary traditions and advocate for a more sustainable and inclusive food system,” said Marc Alejo, Monde Nissin’s Head of Public Affairs. “We are honored to support the coconut industry, whose resilience and potential continue to inspire us. Through events like this, we move closer to our goal of Making Better Possible.”

Cocolinarya Turismo 2025, co-organized by the DTI-Bureau of Market Development, Promotions and OTOP (DTI-BMDPO), Coconut Farmers and Industry Development Plan (CFIDP), Council of Hotel and Restaurant Educators of the Philippines (COHREP), and Lyceum of the Philippines University Laguna, gives students and educators a platform to reimagine the role of coconut in the future of culinary, tourism, and hospitality education. This year’s theme, “Exploring Horizons, Empowering Futures,” encourages innovation, sustainability, and youth empowerment through Filipino cuisine.

Monde Nissin’s booth at Cocolinarya Turismo 2025 showcases GoodNom Fresh Gata, highlighting the company’s commitment to celebrating coconut as a locally sourced, sustainable ingredient in Filipino cuisine.
GoodNom Fresh Gata products on display, featuring the 5 Sarap Signs of fresh gata—Maputi, Mabango, Malapot, Manamis-namis at Ma-krema—that bring versatility to Filipino cooking.

Monde Nissin’s presence at the event underscores its commitment to shared value creation, sustainable sourcing practices, and partnerships that uplift local industries. As the company continues to expand its offerings rooted in Filipino tradition and agricultural potential, GoodNom Fresh Gata stands as a symbol of how purposeful products can create impact from farm to table.

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Monde Nissin Drives a Greener Future with Electric Bread Delivery and Entrepreneur Empowerment

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Monde Fresh Express initiative combines clean transport and local livelihood to elevate sustainable distribution

Monde Nissin Corporation is strengthening its commitment to sustainability and inclusive economic development through a forward-looking initiative that reimagines bread distribution using electric vehicles (EVs) and empowers local Filipino entrepreneurs—known as salespreneurs.

“With Monde Fresh Express, we’re proving that we can deliver growth while also delivering cleaner air, greener cities, and more inclusive opportunities for Filipinos,” said Henry Soesanto, CEO of Monde Nissin Corporation.  “Sustainability is not a side initiative for us — it is at the core of how we grow responsibly.”

Through this initiative, Monde Fresh Express is redefining last-mile delivery by transitioning to a cleaner, more responsive distribution model. The adoption of electric vans not only lowers carbon emissions and reduces noise pollution but also enables high-frequency, multi-stop servicing ideally suited for dense urban environments.

“This project is a clear example of how business and social value can intersect. By optimizing logistics through clean transport, we’re also unlocking opportunities for sustainable entrepreneurship. Monde Fresh Express embodies our commitment to ‘Making Better Possible’—driving business growth while creating positive change for people and the planet.” – Rizza Cajucom-Uy, Chief Sustainability Officer, Monde Nissin Corporation

As of July, salespreneurs are operating under the new model with a pilot test in Luzon. Monde Nissin aims to expand further, additional entrepreneur-dealers are set to onboard this August. The company is seeing growing interest from local partners and communities, signaling strong potential for scaled impact.

Minimizing Food Waste Through Agile Servicing

The initiative also addresses a long-standing industry challenge: bread spoilage. Due to the short shelf life inherent to baked goods, unsold inventory remains a challenge in retail channels. “Reducing food waste is one of the most immediate ways we can make a difference for both the planet and people. Monde Fresh Express helps ensure that every loaf baked has the best chance to nourish a Filipino household,” added Rizza Cajucom-Uy.

With Monde Fresh Express, salespreneurs serve designated territories more frequently and reach multiple alternative consumer touchpoints, increasing freshness and availability while reducing food waste. This responsive servicing model not only benefits consumers but also enhances the profitability and sustainability of micro-entrepreneurs.

Clean Transport Powering Inclusive Growth

To support this transformation, Monde Nissin has deployed a fleet of electric vans for its urban delivery routes. These vehicles are supplied and supported by a trusted BYD dealer in the north and are well-suited for short-haul, high-frequency deliveries.

Delivering on a Broader Sustainability Vision

This initiative is aligned with Monde Nissin’s overarching environmental strategy, which includes a north star goal of reducing Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas intensity from manufacturing operations by 50% by 2025. The company’s bread manufacturing facilities already run on 100% renewable energy, and the introduction of EVs into its fleet builds on this progress.

Toward a Resilient, Inclusive Future

More than just a logistics innovation, Monde Fresh Express serves as a platform for social impact—expanding direct-to-consumer access, enabling community entrepreneurship, and building resilient, future-ready ecosystems.

With full implementation planned later this year, Monde Nissin continues to drive transformation that delivers better products, better lives, and a better planet.

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