MANILA, Philippines – The Jollibee Group highlighted the sustainability-driven design and community impact of its Danao Commissary in Cebu, underscoring how responsible manufacturing practices are embedded into the company’s operations as part of its Joy for Tomorrow global sustainability agenda.
“Designed with sustainability at its core, our Danao Commissary integrates environmental initiatives directly into everyday operations, supporting the Jollibee Group’s commitment to scaling our manufacturing and logistics footprint responsibly,” said Michael T. Ong, President, Manufacturing and Logistics, Jollibee Group.
Two sustainability features stand out at the facility. The Danao Commissary is powered by 99% renewable energy, primarily geothermal supplied by First Gen, complemented by on-site rooftop solar panels. This transition significantly reduces the commissary’s carbon footprint while ensuring a reliable energy supply for operations.
The Danao Commissary also integrates responsible water management systems to support sustainable operations and protect local water resources. The facility is equipped with a rainwater collection system that helps reduce reliance on freshwater, alongside a dedicated on-site wastewater treatment facility that ensures all wastewater generated is treated and that effluent discharge meets required environmental standards before release.
Solar panels installed across the roof of the Jollibee Group’s Danao Commissary help power the facility with 99% renewable energy, complementing its shift to geothermal electricity. The installation reflects how sustainability features were built into the facility’s design to support efficient, low-carbon operations.
In total, 31 sustainability initiatives were incorporated into the facility, drawing from proven practices already implemented across the Jollibee Group’s manufacturing and logistics network. These initiatives align with the Planet pillar of the Jollibee Group’s Joy for Tomorrow agenda, which focuses on waste reduction and water and energy efficiency, ensuring that sustainability is built into operations as the business grows.
Beyond environmental performance, the Danao Commissary creates shared value for the local community through employment, skills development, safe operations, and environmental stewardship. To date, the facility has generated close to 500 jobs, with over 60% of employees coming from the local Danao community. Once fully operational, it is expected to support up to 800 jobs, providing sustained livelihood opportunities for the surrounding areas.
“The commissary is designed with safety as a core priority, integrating systems and standards that protect our employees and support a secure working environment. Team members also gain exposure to modern manufacturing and logistics practices, helping build transferable skills and long-term employability,” Ong added.
Jollibee Group Foundation Programs
Complementing these efforts are long-standing community programs of the Jollibee Group Foundation in Cebu and nearby areas, which reinforce the sustainability impact of the Danao Commissary. In Cebu, the Foundation operates Busog, Lusog, Talino (BLT) Central Kitchens, including two in Mandaue City and one in Danao, supporting the Department of Education’s School-Based Feeding Program by providing nutritious meals to undernourished public elementary school students. These kitchens help address child hunger while promoting food safety, efficiency, and community ownership.
From left, Gisela Tiongson, President, Jollibee Group Foundation; William Tan Untiong, Chief Business Officer, Jollibee Group, and Chairman, Jollibee Group Foundation (3rd from left); and Ernesto Tanmantiong, Global President and CEO, Jollibee Group (2nd from right), join volunteers in preparing meals at a Busog, Lusog, Talino (BLT) Central Kitchen in Mandaue, Cebu. The kitchen supports the Philippine Department of Education’s School-Based Feeding Program through safe, standardized meal preparation.
The Foundation also runs the Access, Curriculum, and Employability (ACE) Scholarship Program, which supports underprivileged youth in Cebu through technical-vocational and food service–related education. The program equips young people with industry-relevant skills and prepares them for employment, including opportunities within the food service and manufacturing sectors.
ACE scholars from Don Bosco Technical Vocational, supported by the Jollibee Group Foundation, pose with Jollibee Group leaders during the Danao Commissary inauguration in Cebu. The Access, Curriculum, and Employability (ACE) Scholarship Program equips underprivileged youth with industry-relevant skills to prepare them for employment opportunities.
Together, these initiatives reflect how the Jollibee Group integrates sustainability into both its operations and community engagement. Through its Joy for Tomorrow agenda, the Group designs facilities responsibly, manages resources efficiently, and operates safely, ensuring that growth strengthens the business while minimizing environmental impact.
By creating jobs, building skills, supporting nutrition and education, and prioritizing environmental stewardship, the Jollibee Group continues to scale with purpose—delivering long-term value for both the business and the communities it serves.
Jollibee employees from the Visayas volunteer as storytellers at Opao Elementary School in Mandaue, Cebu, using children’s books developed by Jollibee to support early literacy and values formation. The employee-led sessions reflect the Group’s commitment to education and community engagement.
A joyful moment as students interact with the Jollibee mascot during a feeding and storytelling activity supported by the Jollibee brand and the Jollibee Group Foundation at Opao Elementary School in Mandaue, Cebu. The activity pairs nutrition support with values-based learning through children’s books developed by Jollibee.
