Sun-Powered Spaces: How SM is transforming malls into energy hubs

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… Read More Sun-Powered Spaces: How SM is transforming malls into energy hubs

Botolan, Zambales adopts Paleng-QR PH Plus

By E.H. EDEJER | May 2, 2026 BOTOLAN, Zambales (May 2, 2026) — The local government unit of Botolan has adopted the Paleng-QR PH Plus cashless payment program, paving the way for faster, safer and more convenient business transactions for residents. Mayor Jun Omar Ebdane, along with representatives of national government agencies, financial institutions, and… Read More Botolan, Zambales adopts Paleng-QR PH Plus

SM JOB FAIR EMPOWERS JOBSEEKERS ON LABOR DAY

AS the nation observed the 124th Labor Day celebration, 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, providing immediate employment opportunities to residents of Olongapo, Zambales and nearby provinces. The fair brought together 36 employers from… Read More SM JOB FAIR EMPOWERS JOBSEEKERS ON LABOR DAY

ACEN breaks ground for 347-MW battery storage in Palauig, Zambales

By HENRY EMPEÑO | May 1, 2026 PALAUIG, Zambales — ACEN Corporation, the renewable energy platform of the Ayala Group, broke ground on Wednesday, April 29, for a 347-megawatt battery energy storage system (BESS) project at its Palauig Solar Farm here. ACEN President and Chief Executive Officer Eric Francia led the groundbreaking rites at the… Read More ACEN breaks ground for 347-MW battery storage in Palauig, Zambales

Swiss challenge for Subic airport dev’t ends Aug. 17

By HENRY EMPEÑO | May 1, 2026 SUBIC BAY FREEPORT — The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) has set the deadline for the submission of comparative proposals for the development of the Subic Bay International Airport (SBIA) on August 17, or 90 calendar days after its formal invitation for challengers to apply for eligibility. The… Read More Swiss challenge for Subic airport dev’t ends Aug. 17