Globe Telecom Inc. said it joined the UN Global Pulse’s Data Insights for Social and Humanitarian Action (DISHA) coalition aiming to use AI-driven data for disaster preparedness and response.
The multi-partner initiative launched a pilot program in the Philippines, which is prone to natural disasters where about 74 percent of the population faces risks from floods, cyclones, earthquakes, tsunamis and landslides.
“Given the Philippines’ vulnerability to the impacts of climate change, Globe is honored to be the first telecommunications company to join the DISHA coalition,” said Globe chief sustainability and corporate communications officer Yoly Crisanto in a statement.
“This multi-sectoral partnership underscores our commitment to sustainability by leveraging digital technology to enable solutions and inspire collective action towards inclusive sustainable development,” Crisanto said.
The company said timely and accurate information is crucial for directing aid and ensuring swift recovery, but many local organizations still rely on manual assessments that can delay aid distribution.
