The National Resilience Council (NRC) of the Philippines convened a diverse group of stakeholders for the event “From Surviving to Thriving: Transformative Strategies through Multi-Stakeholder Partnerships and Innovations.” As a science and technology-driven public-private partnership, the NRC unites national and local governments, academia, civil society, and the private sector to advance the interconnected objectives ofContinueContinue reading “The National Resilience Council’s colloquium proves resilience thrives in collaboration”
Tag Archives: environment
From Bin it Right to #SMWasteFreeFuture: How SM minimizes landfill impact
The SM Waste-Free Future initiative endeavors to reduce waste generation and increase the rate of diversion. It is not “out of sight, out of mind”; landfills are not just eyesores in remote areas, but they also pose a significant health risk to the communities around them and emit a substantial amount of greenhouse gases fromContinueContinue reading “From Bin it Right to #SMWasteFreeFuture: How SM minimizes landfill impact”
SM Supermalls’ ‘Trash to Cash’ initiative empowers communities to build a waste-free future
Every first Friday and Saturday of the month, SM Supermalls transforms into a hub of sustainability through its nationwide ‘Trash to Cash’ (TTC) recycling market, where individuals can exchange recyclable waste for cash. This initiative, part of SM Supermalls’ Waste-Free Future campaign, has been a long-running program since 2007 that encourages waste segregation, recycling, andContinueContinue reading “SM Supermalls’ ‘Trash to Cash’ initiative empowers communities to build a waste-free future”
ARISE Philippines holds first Annual General Meeting, setting the stage for a resilient 2030
The United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) Private Sector Alliance for Disaster Resilient Societies (ARISE) Philippines, a leading resilience network in the country, held its first annual general meeting for 2025 on January 27 at the ARISE Secretariat headquarters in MOA Square, Mall of Asia Complex. With a growing membership of 156 privateContinueContinue reading “ARISE Philippines holds first Annual General Meeting, setting the stage for a resilient 2030”
Built to protect: SM Prime’s flood mitigation strategy
SM Prime Holdings (SM Prime), a pioneer in sustainability initiatives in the Philippines, has long been committed to environmental stewardship and building resilient structures. From its early adoption of water recycling and innovative energy management programs to operationalizing renewable energy and waste management, SM Prime has consistently prioritized sustainability. This commitment was further underscored byContinueContinue reading “Built to protect: SM Prime’s flood mitigation strategy”
SM Mall of Asia Complex: A benchmark in resilience and innovation
The SM Mall of Asia (MOA) Complex, a 67-hectare landmark along Manila Bay, showcases SM Prime Holdings’ commitment to leveraging technology and innovation for disaster resilience and community protection for all its projects. Initially conceived as a pioneering mixed-use development on reclaimed land spearheaded by the Philippine government, it has evolved into a benchmark ofContinueContinue reading “SM Mall of Asia Complex: A benchmark in resilience and innovation”
SM Prime: Engineering a sustainable future
SM Prime leads the way in sustainable development, integrating sustainability into its core business strategy. Sustainability has become a driving force across every industry. For SM Prime Holdings, Inc. (SM Prime), one of Asia’s leading integrated property developers, sustainability is elevated through a strategic framework that leverages the company’s extensive operations, significant economic impact, andContinueContinue reading “SM Prime: Engineering a sustainable future”
Embracing net zero: The Philippines’ urgent call to climate action
As we enter the typhoon season, recent extreme weather events have once again underscored the Philippines’ vulnerability to such conditions. As the nation grapples with the potential aftermath, it is clear that being part of the global conversation on achieving net zero emissions is imperative. This typhoon has highlighted the urgency for the Philippines toContinueContinue reading “Embracing net zero: The Philippines’ urgent call to climate action”
The Lifestyle Tita 