LEADING cement maker Holcim Philippines, Inc.'s commitment to uplifting its communities is bearing fruit in Bulacan through tax payments that fund essential government services and initiatives that reduce water consumption and provide neighbors access to this resource. Holcim Philippines' plant in Norzagaray has been invited to the provincial government's activity on November 18 in Malolos City to recognize Bulacan's biggest taxpayers.

The company's plant was also awarded by the municipal government in 2017 for being a top taxpayer. The company's sites are regularly recognized by local governments of host communities for tax contributions, which is key to funding state development programs and part of its commitment to building progress in the country. The Holcim 2021 Tax Transparency Report identified Holcim Philippines as the 13th biggest taxpayer in the Group. Holcim Philippines President and CEO Horia Adrian: 'We are thankful to the Bulacan provincial government for this recognition. We are glad that the taxes we pay support the development of communities that host our operations by providing them the funds for essential services like education, health care, and transport.' The Bulacan plant also reached a significant environmental milestone this year as it no longer draws fresh water from the community for operations, as part of its drive to positively contribute to communities and lower its environmental footprint.