Chamber convenes regulators, industry leaders, and sustainability advocates to chart the path toward responsible growth
The Chamber of Cosmetics Industry of the Philippines (CCIP) held its 3rd General Members Meeting today at the SMX Convention Center under the theme “Beauty for Tomorrow: Innovation, Responsibility and Growth,” bringing together members of the cosmetics industry alongside government regulators, sustainability advocates, and industry partners to discuss the sector’s path toward responsible and sustainable growth.
The event featured presentations addressing two of the industry’s most pressing sustainability challenges: packaging and waste management.
Dr. Joseph Jocson, Commissioner of the National Solid Waste Commission, presented on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) conscious packaging, providing members with guidance on aligning packaging practices with the country’s EPR framework.
Mr. Miguel Yorro, Vice President for Business Development at Restore Solutions PH, followed with a presentation titled “Closing the Circularity Loop,” which addressed the ongoing challenges of waste disposal and collection facing the industry.
The meeting also included participation from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources – Environmental Management Bureau (DENR-EMB), offering members the opportunity to engage directly on chemical regulations, chemical use, and the importation of chemicals and raw materials.
In his closing remarks, Anjo Tee reflected on the spirit of the gathering: “Sustainability is a shared responsibility. Real progress happens when regulators, manufacturers, brands, suppliers, and consumers work together. I hope we leave today not only with new ideas, but with a renewed commitment to turn those ideas into action.”
