The Philippines has been developing rapidly in recent years. Alongside the progress, pollution has become a consequence. Rapid industrialization, single-use packaging—often bought at sari-sari stores—and the tingi culture of Filipinos have accelerated the clutter. The country is surrounded by different bodies of water, and this makes it vulnerable.

When the waterways become contaminated, marine life will also suffer. For instance, the sea turtle population has been decreasing due to habitat loss, poaching, and pollution.

Chevron Philippines has a way to counter the declining numbers of sea turtles. The company has been doing coastal cleanups along its Batangas terminal consistently for two decades. This encourages pregnant sea turtles to lay their eggs along the coast. Recently, 146 olive ridley sea turtles in Batangas were released, bringing the total number of helped hatchlings to 4,261.

Chevron is primarily known as an energy provider, distributing fuel and lubricant products under the Caltex brand, but its care doesn’t end with its customers. The company’s initiatives—such as the annual coastal cleanup—help not only preserve the environment, but also restore the local marine ecosystem to its former glory.