3 December 2024 – In the wake of Typhoons Kristine, Marce and Nika, ACEN and Ayala Foundation have come together to provide critical aid to families reeling from the storms’ devastating impacts. From fisherfolk in Laguna to Indigenous Peoples (IPs) in Quezon and residents of Cagayan and Ilocos Norte, ACEN’s relief efforts aim to uplift communities most affected by these climate-driven disasters.

With compassion and a sense of urgency, ACEN distributed thousands of food and hygiene kits to its host communities, reinforcing its commitment to disaster resilience and sustainable development.

In Laguna, where Typhoon Kristine submerged fishing boats and disrupted livelihoods, ACEN provided 1,200 food packs to fisherfolk in Kalayaan, Lumban, Paete, and Sta. Cruz. Each pack, containing rice, canned goods, and biscuits, brought immediate relief to families unable to work for days due to the storm’s aftermath.

ACEN also reached out to IPs in Real and Mauban, Quezon, distributing 816 hygiene kits containing essentials like soap, toothbrushes, shampoo, and detergent. These kits aim to address health and sanitation challenges in communities recovering from the storm.

After Typhoons Marce and Nika, ACEN prepared 3,000 food packs for affected residents in Buguey, Lal-lo, and Tuguegarao, Cagayan. In Ilocos Norte, relief efforts reached 1,000 families and four IP groups across 10 barangays in Pagudpud and Bangui, providing much-needed sustenance and reassurance to those facing hardship.

These efforts were powered by #BrigadangAyala volunteers who joined hands to pack, transport, and distribute relief items, demonstrating the Ayala group’s shared dedication to helping communities weather difficult times.

“Partners, donors, and volunteers play an important role in Ayala Foundation’s efforts to deliver aid to communities reeling from the impact of natural calamities. We are deeply grateful to partners from ACEN, along with the Ayala group’s #BrigadangAyala network of volunteers, who ensured the timely distribution of food bags and hygiene kits for families in Quezon, Cagayan, and Ilocos Norte,” said Tony Lambino, president of Ayala Foundation.

“Our hearts go out to the communities hit by Typhoons Kristine, Marce and Nika,” said Irene Maranan, ACEN’s senior vice president and head of corporate communications and sustainability. “By mobilizing our resources and working with the Ayala Foundation, we hope to provide not just relief but also a sense of hope and resilience as these communities rebuild their lives. Supporting our host communities in times of need reflects our commitment to creating a sustainable and inclusive future for all.”

As climate-related disasters intensify, ACEN continues to respond with empathy and action, empowering communities to recover and build resilience while staying true to its mission of advancing a just energy transition.

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