Globe strengthens digital infrastructure, cuts data costs for Filipinos

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Globe said it continues to strengthen its digital infrastructure while making connectivity more affordable, as more Filipino communities rely on internet access for work, education, livelihood, emergency information, and digital services.

In its 2025 Integrated Report titled “Foundations for the Future: Building Resilience Through a Connected Nation,” Globe said its investments in network modernization, climate action, operational efficiency, and innovation are helping build long-term value for both the company and the communities it serves.

The report highlighted Globe’s efforts to embed sustainability into its long-term strategy as it expands coverage, improves affordability, and strengthens operational resilience amid climate and business risks.

Globe said it extended its 4G coverage to 96.41 percent of the population in 2025 while continuing to improve network access in underserved communities.

The company also reported that the price per gigabyte of its most popular mobile data plans dropped by nearly 60 percent between 2019 and 2025, including a further 17 percent decline from 2024 to 2025.

For home connectivity, Globe said prepaid fiber rates declined by 50 percent from 2022 to 2024, while its lowest postpaid fiber plan was reduced by 75 percent. Customers also now get speeds that are four times faster than those offered at the same cost in 2022.

As connectivity becomes more important in everyday life, Globe said it continues to invest in future-ready infrastructure and upskilling initiatives to help more Filipinos become safer online, more digitally capable, and better prepared to participate in the digital economy.

The company also reported progress in its climate action efforts. Globe said it achieved a 15 percent year-on-year reduction in Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions and a 9 percent reduction in Scope 3 emissions in 2025, exceeding its annual reduction targets.

Renewable energy now accounts for 34 percent of Globe’s total energy consumption, keeping the company on track toward its target of reaching 42 percent renewable energy usage by 2030.

Globe said these initiatives support its broader decarbonization roadmap while helping build a more resilient network amid climate, energy, and economic challenges.

The report also underscored Globe’s efforts to strengthen sustainability governance and disclosure readiness. The company said it has started aligning with International Sustainability Standards Board standards, particularly IFRS S2 Climate-related Disclosures.

Yoly Crisanto, Globe’s Chief Sustainability and Corporate Communications Officer, also now serves as the Management Association of the Philippines representative to the Philippine Sustainability Reporting Council, a body focused on local implementation guidance and evaluation of sustainability disclosure standards issued by the ISSB.

Globe’s Integrated Report includes externally assured environmental and social metrics, verified greenhouse gas emissions data, and the results of its first Double Materiality Assessment. The assessment looks at both how environmental and social issues affect business performance and how the company’s operations affect communities and the environment.

“Our responsibility goes beyond delivering connectivity. As digital access becomes more essential in people’s everyday lives, we need to ensure that the way we grow our business also strengthens resilience, creates long-term value, and contributes positively to communities and the environment,” Crisanto said.

“Sustainability helps guide how we operate, and innovate so we can continue serving Filipinos responsibly while preparing the business for the future,” she added.