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 currently utilizes 65 hectares of space for its rooftop solar panels—which is almost as big as the entire SM Mall of Asia complex, but has also applied innovative ways to maximize mall space for energy efficiency.

Across the SM Mall of Asia’s MOA Sky, solar panels have been seamlessly integrated into the walkway that wraps around the property—doubling as overhead covering for mallgoers strolling and enjoying leisurely walks.

By utilizing this space, SM generates enough power to run 1,000 escalators a day or power 1,800 homes for a month.

Another innovative application of means to harness solar power can be found in SM City Bicutan’s solar-powered parasols decorating its Sky Garden. The understated use of the solar-powered parasols not only add to the Sky Garden’s ambience but also provides functional use as nighttime lighting for customers of surrounding establishments.

The parasols efficiently provide five hours of nighttime lighting for only three hours of daytime charge, effectively reducing the need to use electricity throughout the evening until the mall’s closing time.

“Our approach to building malls that satisfy our customers and stakeholders go beyond giving them what is expected. We believe it is up to us to be proactive in enriching the mall-going experiences of Filipinos by investing in seamless, sustainable solutions that allow us to preserve natural resources for many years to come,” said Tan.

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About SM Green Movement:

SM Prime Holdings, Inc. (SM Prime) is one of the largest integrated property developers in Southeast Asia, committed to creating sustainable, innovative, and inclusive spaces for Filipinos. Guided by its vision of building a better future, SM Prime develops malls, residences, offices, hotels, and leisure properties that support the growth of communities across the Philippines.

Through the SM Green Movement, SM Prime champions sustainability by focusing on waste management, water stewardship, and energy efficiency for lasting impact. The movement empowers individuals, families, and communities to take part in simple acts that create shared prosperity for generations to come.

In honor of the 124th Labor day, SM City Olongapo Central, in partnership with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) and the Public Employment Service Office (PESO) hosted a Labor Day Job Fair, aimed at providing immediate employment opportunities to residents of Olongapo, Zambales and nearby provinces. More than 2000 job vacancies from different industries were hiring, bringing together 36 employers with 20 hired on the spot—a powerful reflection of how accessible, community-based platforms can deliver real employment outcomes.

Across multiple SM malls, thousands of Filipinos walked in carrying resumes—and walked out with something more: real opportunities, renewed confidence, and for many, a fresh start. The SM Job Fair once again served as a platform for employment, connecting jobseekers, employers, and government partners in one convenient, community-centered space.

SM Supermalls is not just about bringing people together—it’s about helping them move forward.

Olongapo City — Fans across the Philippines can experience the global phenomenon like never before as BTS World Tour “Arirang”: Live Viewing arrives in SM Cinema branches nationwide again after its successful run last April 11 from Goyang, South Korea. The highly anticipated concert event will have another live broadcast on April 18 from Tokyo, Japan, bringing the energy of BTS to the big screen.
A total of 38 SM Cinema branches will participate in this special screening, including SM City Olongapo Central, SM Megamall, SM North EDSA, SM Mall of Asia, SM Cebu, SM Seaside, SM Bacolod, SM Iloilo, SM Clark, SM Baguio, SM Southmall, SM BF Parañaque, and more, ensuring fans nationwide can join the experience.
Tickets are priced at P1,700 for live viewing, while replay viewing is priced at P1,390. Fans can also bring home an exclusive fan gift inspired by the tour’s opening cities for every ticket availed at SM Cinema.
This is the schedule for this week’s live viewing:
April 18, 1:45 PM (LIVE FROM JAPAN)
April 18, 5:30 PM (REPLAY FROM JAPAN)

The BTS World Tour “Arirang” accompanies the group’s fifth full-length album, a milestone that captures the culmination of their artistic journey. 

The tour features a groundbreaking 360-degree in-the-round stage design, delivering a fully immersive concert atmosphere that places audiences at the center of the performance. Fans can relive the excitement of what is being hailed as BTS’ “comeback of the decade,” together with fellow ARMYs in cinemas nationwide.
To make the experience even more memorable, SM Cinema introduces exclusive BTS Snack Time Combos:

• BTS Combo 1 (P199): Classic Hotdog Sandwich on a Red Bun + Raspberry Snowie
• BTS Combo 2 (P199): Regular Popcorn (Red Velvet flavor) + Raspberry Snowie
  Don’t miss this chance to witness BTS in a larger-than-life concert event. Gather your friends, secure your seats, and celebrate the music, passion, and global impact of BTS only at your most-loved SM Cinema branch this April.