Batangas is making waves in sustainable development with a new milestone: LIMA Tower One has officially received the 5-Star BERDE Certification from the Philippine Green Building Council (PHILGBC) — the highest distinction for green buildings in the country.
As the first premium office tower in Batangas, LIMA Tower One is setting a new standard for what it means to build smart, sustainable, and future-ready spaces outside Metro Manila. The award ceremony brought together key leaders from PHILGBC, Aboitiz InfraCapital Economic Estates, and other stakeholders to celebrate this landmark achievement.
Rafael Fernandez de Mesa, President of LIMA Land and Head of Aboitiz InfraCapital Economic Estates, highlighted the deeper meaning behind the recognition.
“Today’s 5-Star BERDE Certification is more than an accolade. It affirms our deep and ongoing commitment to responsible development — where economic progress, environmental stewardship, and community upliftment move forward hand in hand.”
A beacon for sustainable development in the South
LIMA Tower One is the flagship office development within the Biz Hub at LIMA Estate — a sprawling, 70-hectare master-planned business district in Lipa and Malvar, Batangas. Seamlessly blending industrial, commercial, residential, and institutional elements, LIMA Estate is redefining the traditional industrial park, transforming it into a dynamic, people-focused community.
Spanning 30 hectares with a recent 40-hectare expansion, the Biz Hub offers not only robust infrastructure for enterprises but also a growing ecosystem of lifestyle amenities — from retail and hospitality to green spaces — making it a magnet for businesses and talent alike.
A home for high-value jobs and top companies
Responding to the growing demand for high-quality office space outside Metro Manila, LIMA Tower One has already welcomed major tenants. Conduent, one of the country’s top IT-BPM firms, has chosen the tower for its first provincial office, leasing three floors to support operations that are expected to generate hundreds of high-value jobs for local residents.
The tower itself is a purpose-built, 11-storey facility, designed to meet the needs of the IT-BPM and knowledge-based sectors, offering flexible, high-performance office spaces built to global standards.
BERDE: Built by Filipinos, for Filipinos
During the ceremony, Fernandez de Mesa emphasized why LIMA pursued BERDE certification in particular, “We chose to pursue BERDE not just because of its technical credibility, but because it was designed by Filipinos, for Filipinos — rooted in the realities and aspirations of our communities.”
The BERDE (Building for Ecologically Responsive Design Excellence) system evaluates buildings based on environmental, economic, and social performance — aligning closely with the Philippines’ own sustainability goals.
Raymond Rufino, chairman of the Philippine Green Building Council, lauded Aboitiz InfraCapital’s commitment, “Their work exemplifies how we can raise the bar — meeting global standards and showing that the Philippines can be a leader in building green, future-ready communities.”
Aboitiz InfraCapital: Leading the way
With nearly 2,000 hectares of industrial land under its care and over 250 companies across its estates, Aboitiz InfraCapital has already created over 100,000 direct jobs — and it’s the only developer in the country with 100% of its operating estates BERDE-certified. That’s a powerful testament to its role in building a sustainable economic future for the Philippines.
The 5-Star BERDE Certification of LIMA Tower One isn’t just a win for Aboitiz InfraCapital — it’s a major leap forward for Batangas, as it continues to evolve into a premier destination for investment, innovation, and inclusive growth. This milestone solidifies the province’s rising reputation as a vibrant business hub that puts people and the planet first.