7 April 2025 – The Sleep Specialist Uratex, the Philippines’ leading sleep specialist and foam and mattress manufacturer, has significantly amplified its commitment to sustainability by transitioning four additional facilities to 100% renewable energy through ACEN RES, the retail electricity arm of the Ayala group.
This achievement was celebrated with the unveiling of the “Powered by Renewable Energy” gold badge awarded by ACEN RES to Uratex, recognizing the latter’s leadership in the shift towards clean energy in its industry. ACEN RES’s “Powered by Renewable Energy” badge is a first-of-its-kind in the Philippines, signifying a company’s dedication to environmental stewardship through renewable energy adoption.
Uratex facilities in Magallanes, Shaw, Marcos Highway (Metro Manila) and Isabela now join seven other Uratex locations across Luzon and Cebu already powered by renewable sources under the Green Energy Option Program (GEOP), a government initiative allowing electricity consumers to shift to renewable energy and choose their supplier.
This expansion reinforces Uratex’s holistic sustainability strategy, which includes innovative product development using recycled materials and continuous operational efficiency improvements.
Peachy Cheng-Medina, managing director of Uratex Group of Companies, said: “We recognize the importance of strong partnerships, and we’re incredibly grateful to have ACEN. We look up to the Ayala Group and appreciate how our smaller steps towards sustainability are supported by your larger vision. Thank you for your partnership and for inspiring us to push forward.”
Miguel de Jesus, managing director and chief operating officer for Philippine Operations at ACEN, emphasized the significance of the partnership: “We are thrilled to celebrate Uratex’s expanded commitment to renewable energy. This partnership not only helps accelerate the sustainability journey of Uratex but also enables ACEN to build more renewable energy capacity and support the country’s goal of increasing the share of renewables in the energy mix.
“We look forward to a continued and expanding collaboration, exploring opportunities beyond just energy supply. We are committed to nurturing strong partnerships within the Ayala group, and we see immense potential to create synergies across our diverse businesses, including banking, communications, green mobility, and land development. By working together, we can unlock new avenues for innovation and sustainable growth,” he added.
(From left) ACEN VP and head of account management Sheila Mina, account manager Jaime Dayrit, SVP for market transformation Tony Valdez, director and COO for Philippine Operations Miguel de Jesus, Uratex president and CEO Mrs. Natividad Cheng, business unit head for monoblock and home accessories Dindo Medina, managing director Peachy Cheng-Medina, VP for furniture and bedding William Lee, and executive VP Eddie Gallor.
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