It is with great pride that we announce the second year of the Inquirer ESG Edge Impact Awards.

As a founding member of the Asia ESG Positive Impact Consortium (AEPIC) alongside Malaysia’s Star Media Group and Indonesia’s KG Media, the Inquirer remains steadfast in its mission to advocate for socio-economic progress and environmental stewardship. The Consortium is committed to embedding ESG principles into the fabric of our society by making sustainability the cornerstone of thriving communities throughout the region. This vision is championed by the Consortium’s brands—Star ESG, KG Media Lestari, and Inquirer ESG Edge.

The past year has proven that Philippine organizations are not just participating in the movement toward sustainability—they are leading it.

The inaugural 2025 Inquirer ESG Edge Impact Awards success was a testament to the Philippine business community’s dedication to responsible growth. We celebrated 19 companies locally who set new benchmarks for environmental and social responsibility.

This momentum carried onto the regional stage at the first AEPIC Asia ESG Positive Impact Awards in Malaysia where 12 Philippine companies were honored as regional trailblazers. Their recognition demonstrates that our homegrown environmental and social programs are world-class benchmarks, serving as vital catalysts for socio-economic progress and long-term ESG resilience.

As we enter our second year, we encourage you to be part of this continuing legacy. The Inquirer ESG Edge Impact Awards 2026 seeks to celebrate and honor organizations—from small enterprises to large-scale operations—that are driving measurable, positive change through their ESG practices.

Whether through innovative environmental stewardship, transformative social programs, or exemplary governance, your initiatives deserve to be recognized. By sharing your journey, you inspire a movement where sustainability is no longer just an aspiration or corporate strategy, but the very foundation of a shared sustainable future.