Members of Atimonan Coastal Food Producers Cooperative preparing Aplaya Spanish Sardines
Dr. Richard Argullla, Municipal Heath Officer of Atimonan, Quezon during his Kaisa sa Kalusugan radio interview about the COVID-19 situation in the municipality.
Atimonan One Energy, Inc. (A1E) bagged two Excellence Awards in the recently held 19th Philippine Quill Awards.
Under Communication Management Category, A1E won awards for its CSR entries, “Aplaya Sardines Enterprise with Atimonan Fisherfolks COVID-19 Pandemic Development” and “Kaisa sa Kalusugan Radio Program.”
“We share this remarkable achievement with Atimonan Coastal Food Production Association, the local government of Atimonan and partner agencies. These awards motivate us to continue initiatives that promote social good and positive impact to the society,” said Meralco PowerGen Corporation (MGEN) President and CEO Jaime T. Azurin.
The Aplaya Sardines Enterprise began with the goal of providing an alternative livelihood for the fisherfolks during off-peak seasons. With the help of the local government unit and other private sector partners, the Atimonan Coastal Food Producers Association is now a cooperative. Since 2019, A1E has been helping the organization in marketing its products, in securing business registration, and in capacity-building efforts.
Meanwhile, Kaisa sa Kalusugan radio program is the company’s information, education, and communication campaign on health, in partnership with local radio station, Radyo Natin. It features local healthcare professionals sharing relevant and timely information on Covid-19 prevention and other pressing health concerns.
The Philippine Quill is considered as one of the country’s most prestigious awards program in the field of business communications recognizing local organizations and corporations making use of excellent communication platforms to achieve their business goals.
A1E is a subsidiary of Meralco PowerGen Corporation. As a member of the ONE MERALCO Group, MGEN is one in powering the good life of the Filipino by improving the quality of life of its communities.