SM Prime is Building for a Smarter, Cleaner Energy Future

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SM Prime Holdings, Inc. (SM Prime) continues to lead the way in sustainable property development, delivering low-carbon office

spaces and climate-smart retail environments through energy efficiency initiatives, on-site renewable solutions, and strategic long-

term partnerships.


(Photo caption) A sustainable future for all


. The iconic SM Mall of Asia, the world's 6th largest mall, has become a sustainable retail shopping destination. Its physical and economic

resilience stands as a testament to SM Prime’s commitment to sustainable business strategies.


From efficiency to impact

SM Prime has implemented programs such as lighting upgrades, improved air conditioning and ventilation systems (ACVS), and optimized

building management systems since the 1990s —significantly reducing emissions, proving that energy efficiency delivers environmental and

economic benefits. In 2024, SM Supermalls reduced electricity use by 38%, avoiding 156,736 metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions (GHG)

and saving ₱2.3 billion. 


In the recently concluded 5th

Energy Efficiency Excellence Awards of the Department of Energy (DOE), SM Prime’s business units, namely, SM Supermalls, SM Offices, and

SM Hotels, was awarded multiple Certificates of Excellence. 

This success reflects collaboration among engineering teams, service providers, tenants, and customers, driven by the company’s leadership and

commitment to the SM Green Movement.


Renewable energy milestones

Guided by its goal of Net Zero by 2040, SM Prime is making decarbonization practical, reliable, and scalable. At SM City North Edsa, it

recently celebrated a milestone for clean energy in the country, with 59 properties generating a combined 100 megawatts (MW) of on-site

renewable energy—one of the largest solar capacities among property developers in the Philippines.


(Photo caption) A historic 100MW milestone


. At Quezon City, the SM North Edsa, the first Philippine mall to use clean energy with rooftop solar photovoltaic systems, continues to deliver

SM Prime’s people-centric sustainable retail spaces.

Today, more than 50% of energy use across SM Supermalls comes from renewable sources, supported by partnerships with Aboitiz

Renewables, TotalEnergies, Citicore Renewable Energy Corporation, and leading solar providers. This collaborative approach

empowers communities while building a safer and more sustainable future.

Working with WWF-Philippines, SM Prime has committed to the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is working towards its near and long-term targets.


Retail architecture working with nature

At the heart of SM Prime’s energy strategy is the creation of sustainable, resilient spaces that enrich experiences for the community. Across its malls, SM

integrates passive design elements—high ceilings, large atriums, skylights, open spaces, and natural ventilation—reducing daytime energy consumption while offering brighter, breezier, and more welcoming spaces for relaxation, dining, and shopping. 


(Photo caption) Technology meets nature


In SM City East Ortigas, natural light brightens the food hall, and retrofitted lighting produces significant energy savings. 

Smart solutions such as motion-sensor escalators, solar-powered outdoor spaces, and energy-conscious cooling systems make

SM Supermalls a top retail destination for tenant-partners and customers alike.


Shared climate benefits for all

Customer expectations evolve quickly. When our leaders first initiated this project, it was in the early days of learning about the

impact of our consumption on the planet. Now, brands – whether big luxury labels or small and medium enterprises – are

looking for partners who invest in circularity and ESG impacts,” said SM Supermalls president Steven Tan. 

As SM Prime continues to scale its energy programs, its SM Green Movement builds a resilient energy infrastructure to create

a safe, comfortable, and welcoming space for its communities.  

“We are committed to making our malls as energy efficient as possible by implementing advanced technologies and best practices.

SM Supermalls will keep expanding its sustainability efforts to reduce environmental impact and improve the quality of life for

both the planet and the communities we serve,” said Tan. 



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