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At SM Supermalls, efficiency begins at the drawing board. From maximizing natural daylight and airflow to incorporating energy- and water-saving technologies, every mall is thoughtfully designed to enhance the customer experience while reducing environmental impact. This holistic approach allows SM Supermalls to deliver modern, comfortable spaces while supporting the communities it serves - benefiting both people and the planet.  “Sustainability and efficiency are at the heart of how SM Supermalls are built, designed, and managed. SM has gone above and beyond to incorporate energy-saving spaces and practices that support both our own and national efficiency goals,” said Engr. Junias M. Eusebio, SM Supermalls Vice President for Operations. Passive design elements maximize the use of natural energy. SM integrates natural daylight into its mall designs to improve energy efficiency, reduce electricity use, and create more inviting spaces for customers with its expansive skylights and h...

  MANILA, Philippines, 02 April 2026 - When you visit your favorite SM Supermall, take a closer look at the trash bins that invite you to join the movement toward a Waste-Free Future. Under the SM Green Movement, the Recyclable-Disposable-Compostable (RDC) Bins are designed to recover reusable resources while keeping waste out of landfills and oceans through mindful waste management.    Demystifying the Recyclables   At its core, recyclables are simply three categories: Bottles, Cans, and Cartons. Each can go beyond single use and be returned to manufacturers for a second life: Bottles – These can be glass or plastic (PET). Glass bottles can be recycled indefinitely and are returned to bottlers such as San Miguel Yamamura and Asia Brewery Incorporated to be washed and reused for beverages. PET bottles, a highly sustainable plastic, are collected by partners like Coca-Cola’s PETvalue and Nature Spring’s NS Sustainability Solutions. They can either be recycled into ne...

To reduce congestion to the power grid and improve power availability to the communities it serves, SM Prime Holdings Inc. (SM Prime) has implemented the use of rooftop solar power systems across its properties and nationwide network of SM Supermalls.   Since its pioneering installation of solar panels over SM North EDSA in 2014, clean solar energy generated through SM is now large enough to power a city as large as Mabalacat, Pampanga or Mandaue, Cebu.     “The use of solar power enables SM Supermalls to elevate the service we provide to our customers by embedding sustainability into our daily operations,” said SM Supermalls President Steven Tan. “When Filipinos visit their most-loved SM malls, they are entering a space that actively helps preserve the environment through responsible resource management, reducing carbon emissions while ensuring more resources remain available for our surrounding communities.”   Maximizing space makes room for energy efficiency ...

SM Group now generates the largest capacity of clean energy among property developers in the Philippines  (Center in Green) SM Supermalls President Steven Tan is flanked by (immediate left in black) Atty. Sharon Garin, Secretary of the Department of Energy; Jaqueline Caancan, Assistant Secretary for Environment and Concurrent EMB Director, and (right in grey) Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte. SM Prime Holdings Inc. (SM Prime) has recently achieved its highest peak of solar power generated as it switched on the latest of the group's solar photovoltaic (PV) installations at SM North EDSA. A total of 59 SM Prime properties now have rooftop solar power systems that collectively generate 100 MW of clean energy—the largest capacity generated by a property developer in the Philippines. By hitting its peak solar power capacity target for 2025 before wrapping up the year, SM showcases its unrelenting commitment to innovation and efficiency in rolling out its clean energy efforts.  Depar...

  San Fernando, La Union, Philippines —   With climate change driving heavier rains and more frequent floods, proactive flood prevention has become a key part of building resilient communities.  SM City La Union, now the 30th mall of SM Prime Holdings, Inc. (SM Prime) that features a rainwater catchment facility, expands its network of climate-resilient infrastructure nationwide. For SM Supermalls, catchment facilities are designed to collect and store large volumes of stormwater, preventing runoff that could otherwise overwhelm drainage networks.  During heavy rainfall, the catchment temporarily holds stormwater, allowing gradual discharge through proper channels. Collectively, SM City La Union’s underground rainwater catchment system can provide a total capacity of 760 cubic meters  (Photo caption) The newly opened SM City La Union becomes the 30th SM mall to install a rainwater catchment system, supporting thousands of residents in flood-prone areas and demo...

  Manila, Philippines — Water conservation at SM Prime Holdings, Inc. (SM Prime), is not just about infrastructure; it’s also about changing the mindsets of every individual who walks into its properties and redeveloping their relationship with water. Across its malls, SM Prime implements its Water for Tomorrow campaign with dedicated programs that mindfully demonstrate how every drop of water can be used efficiently.  Stepping into the grounds of SM Supermalls becomes a subconscious learning experience for the unsuspecting mallgoer. Its s ustainable water management systems, including widespread sewage treatment plants and rainwater harvesting, run like clockwork to contribute to the care of the planet’s natural resources. Greywater recycling systems ensure that water from sinks and drains is reused for sanitation or landscaping, reducing the overall demand for water from the grid. Tenant-partner engagement programs encourage restaurants and shops to adopt water-saving prac...

  Baguio City, Philippines — As water security continues to challenge communities across the Philippines, SM City Baguio is showing how innovation and sustainability can flow together. Through its rainwater treatment facility, the mall treats rainwater to convert into potable water, helping secure tomorrow’s water supply for its operations. Nestled in the highlands, SM City Baguio showcases how natural abundance can be harnessed sustainably through its rainwater treatment facility. Baguio City experiences frequent rainfall but limited water resources. Water supply from the Baguio Water District is rationed, with some neighborhoods receiving water only twice a week, which they use to fill up their water tanks. When this runs out, residents depend on deliveries from private water companies.  SM City Baguio’s pioneering system captures, treats, and stores rainwater to potable standards, producing up to 150 cubic meters of safe drinking water per day, with the capacity to double ...

  SM Prime Launches Manual for a Waste-Free Future Manila. The SM Prime Holdings, Inc. (SM Prime) campaign for a Waste-Free Future and its Recyclable, Disposable, Compostable, or RDC model aims to make segregation simple, easy, and actionable.  In the recent Sustainability Expo (SUSTEX 2025), SM Prime launched the SM Waste Free Future Manual – a playbook that encourages individuals and communities to learn about RDC and building better segregation habits.  Small steps, big impact  In the Philippines, the country generates up to 61,000 tons of waste daily and an annual 2.7 million tons of plastic waste. A figure that will rise with urbanization and poor waste disposal practices.  Inspired by the SM Green Movement’s strong call to action to make sustainability part of everyday life, SM Waste Free Future invites everyone to become part of the solution.  The three categories, RDC, make sorting waste an empowering exercise by focusing on the word “able” meaning ...