Iloilo City Named Green LGU Champion at the 2025 Europa Awards
Iloilo City has once again demonstrated its commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility by winning the Green LGUs (Waste Management) category at the 2025 Europa Awards, hosted by the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (ECCP).
The award was presented during the Europa Awards and Sustainability Forum held on Thursday, April 3, at Raffles and Fairmont Makati, where Engr. Neil Ravena, head of the City General Services Office (GSO), accepted the award on behalf of the Iloilo City Government.
In his official statement, Mayor Jerry P. Treñas expressed deep appreciation for the honor:
“Iloilo City is honored to be recognized as the winner in the Green LGUs category at the Europa Awards by the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines. This award highlights our efforts to keep the city clean, green, and sustainable. I sincerely thank Engr. Neil Ravena, head of GSO, for accepting the award on behalf of the city during the Sustainability Forum at Raffles and Fairmont Makati. This recognition inspires us to continue our efforts to make Iloilo City cleaner and greener.”
The Europa Awards celebrate exemplary contributions to sustainability, aligned with the European Green Deal and the Philippines’ AmBisyon Natin 2040. The awards aim to honor trailblazers in sustainable development, promote best practices, and encourage collaboration across sectors.
2025 Europa Awards Winners
- Clean and Green Energy: Siemens Energy
- Digitalization for Sustainability: Cloudstaff
- Water Resource Management: The Bellevue Resort
- Green Buildings: Arcadis Philippines
- Waste Management: HMR Envirocycle Phils., Inc.
Green LGUs (Waste Management): Iloilo City Government
These winners represent organizations and local governments that have implemented outstanding sustainability practices and innovations in their respective fields.
The Iloilo City Government continues to advance its waste management strategies through efficient collection systems, public-private partnerships, and community awareness initiatives. This award serves as a testament to the city’s enduring commitment to environmental protection and sustainable urban development.