MORE Electric and Power Corporation (MORE Power) has been named as the Grand Winner in the Circle of Excellence for Innodata as CSR Company of the Year at the prestigious 2025 Asia CEO Awards held last October 14 at Manila Marriott Grand Ballroom.
The accolade positions the utility firm at the pinnacle of corporate social responsibility in the Philippines and Southeast Asia’s largest business awards event.
The distinction recognizes MORE Power’s robust commitment to corporate social responsibility (CSR), highlighted by comprehensive programs aimed at environmental protection, livelihood support, and youth development.
These initiatives were lauded for their significant and sustainable contributions to society.
Janet Petilla, Vice President for Project Delivery at Innodata Knowledge Services, emphasized the profound significance of the award.
“Corporate social responsibility is the gold standard for being recognized as a premier company in the Philippines,” Petilla stated. “Companies dedicated to CSR are recognized for their integrity, attracting the best people, the most loyal customers. Their success proves that caring for the community and the nation is inseparable from corporate excellence.”
In response to the recognition, MORE Power conveyed its gratitude to the Asia CEO Awards. The company reaffirmed its commitment to the proactive pursuit of pro-people and pro-environment CSR initiatives that focus on community empowerment and the promotion of sustainable progress.
Operating as the electric distribution utility for Iloilo City since 2020, MORE Power stood out among a highly competitive field of finalists.
Other notable companies in the category included AXA Philippines Life and General Insurance Corporation, Concentrix Philippines, Gardenia Bakeries (Philippines), Inc., Genpact, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Opentext, PJ Lhuillier Inc., PLDT and Smart, Robinsons Land Corporation, SixEleven Global Services and Solutions, Inc., White & Case Global Operations Center (Manila) LLP, and Wipro Philippines Inc.
