Corporate Advocacy | Sterling Bank of Asia

Sterling Bank of Asia Expands Sustainability Initiatives Through E-Waste and Textile Donation Programs

Sterling Bank of Asia (SBA) continues to strengthen its commitment to sustainability by supporting responsible electronic waste management through its partnership with UP Circuit's The E Waste Project (TEP), a student-led sustainability initiative of the University of the Philippines that advocates responsible e-waste collection, recycling, and greater awareness of the country's electronic waste challenges.

As part of the Bank's sustainability campaign, SBA donated various IT equipment during The E-Waste Project's collection drive last July 31, 2026, held at Melchor Hall, University of the Philippines Diliman. Present during the turnover were Dan Guevara, Center for Learning Head, and Hanson Ortiz Luis, Field Engineering and Technical Support Head, representing Sterling Bank of Asia. They were joined by members of The E Waste Project, led by Carl Jerwin Aguilar, TEP Overall Head.

Sterling Bank of Asia (SBA) continues to advance its sustainability effort by donating textile waste to the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) San Juan, supporting a livelihood program for Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDLs) at the San Juan City Jail – Male Dormitory (SJCJ-MD).

As part of the initiative, SBA donated old uniforms to SJCJ-MD to be repurposed into rugs which the facility sells through its livelihood program. This gives used textiles a new purpose and supports income-generating opportunities for PDLs during their incarceration. Present during the turnover of the donation was Dan Guevara, Head of the Center for Learning, representing Sterling Bank of Asia. Receiving the donation on behalf of BJMP San Juan was JO1 Jenina Jeryll David of the Welfare and Development (WD) Office.

This donation is part of SBA’s ongoing commitment to include sustainability in its operations and community projects. By repurposing materials, the Bank hopes to cut down on waste and support programs that make a positive difference.

SBA recognizes that sustainability goes beyond environmental protection. It can also create opportunities to support communities and individuals through practical initiatives that give resources a second life and contribute to livelihood development.