The Manila Times Sustainability Champions Awards 2025 Hails Vista Land

Vista Land has been named among the awardees at The Manila Times Sustainability Champions Awards 2025, emphasizing the efforts of the Philippines’ leading integrated property developer to embed sustainability into its lifescapes: creating modern developments that balance community well-being, inclusive growth, and environmental stewardship. The award affirms Vista Land’s role as a nation-builder that nurtures nature, one that sees real estate as sanctuaries that sustain lives, livelihoods, and landscapes.

A vision for a greener future

Vista Land GreenViron Sustainability Initiative is a company-wide framework that integrates ecologically conscious practices across its communities. It ensures that sustainability is a primary advancement anchored on renewable resource adoption, community planning, and stakeholder engagement. Vista Land shapes environments that enrich, setting a clear direction for urban development across the Philippines.

Renewable resources and sustainable infrastructure

Vista Land invests in sustainable resources and infrastructure, setting benchmarks for the real estate sector. Its commercial developments are equipped with solar panels, enabling them to operate using renewable energy while reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Additionally, solar-powered streetlights illuminate some of its communities. Vista Mall also pioneered mall-based electric vehicle (EV) charging facilities in select locations, supporting the transition of the country towards clean mobility.

Communities designed for wellness and connectivity

Vista Land features open spaces, pocket gardens, and jogging trails that provide residents with environments that promote relaxation. Located near schools, business districts, healthcare providers, and transportation networks, its neighborhoods reduce long commutes associated with carbon footprint. This approach fosters environmental stewardship and quality living for its residents.

Nature-centric developments and plant nurseries

Over 35,000 pine trees are found at Crosswinds in Tagaytay, creating a natural reserve that contributes to biodiversity and carbon sequestration. Across residential developments, dedicated plant nurseries cultivate native species, ensuring that greenery remains a defining feature of every lifescape.

Waste management and resource recovery

Vista Land has equipped residential developments with material recovery facilities (MRF). Benefitting from this service, neighborhoods promote responsible segregation, recycling, and waste diversion. By advancing circular economies and reducing landfill contributions, Vista Land inspires community discipline to build more resource-efficient regions.

Sustainable food systems

The Hydrotower Lettuce program enables employees to purchase fresh produce at cost, with proceeds reinvested into seeds and supplements, creating a self-sustaining cycle of healthy living and environmental responsibility. The Pievana Farm supplies pesticide-free vegetables directly to partner dining establishments, advancing food security through a farm-to-table model.

Extending impact through Villar Foundation

Vista Land corporate programs are strengthened by the parallel projects of Villar Foundation, which expand the scope of sustainability into cultural, wellness, and livelihood dimensions. The Parol Festival, Waterlily Festival, and Villar Cup celebrate tradition, creativity, and active lifestyles. Environmental initiatives such as plastic upcycling into school chairs, coconut weaving, and practical composting—together with the Villar Farm School—broaden livelihood opportunities.

For information about Vista Land’s sustainability initiatives, visit www.vistaland.com.ph and follow @VistaLandAndLifescapesOfficial.