Category: Environment

SM Prime: Creating Infrastructure for Plastic-Free Communities

ACCORDING to the United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP), the global production of plastics is forecasted to reach 1,100 million tonnes by 2050, with severe environmental, social, economic, and human health consequences. As one of Southeast Asia’s largest integrated property developers, SM Prime Holdings, Inc. (SM Prime) remains committed to creating thriving, sustainable cities. With a… Read More SM Prime: Creating Infrastructure for Plastic-Free Communities

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Cayetano-led bill to modernize PHIVOLCS now a law

 SENATOR Alan Peter Cayetano’s push to modernize the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) is now a reality.  This after President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Thursday, April 24, 2025, signed Republic Act No. 12180 or the PHIVOLCS Modernization Act, which is based on Senate Bill No. 2825 which Cayetano sponsored and defended in the… Read More Cayetano-led bill to modernize PHIVOLCS now a law

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7 WAYS SM SUPERMALLS IS MAKING EARTH DAY, EVERY DAY

SM Supermalls continues to champion the mindset that sustainability isn’t just a one-day commitment—it’s a lifestyle. In celebration of Earth Day 2025, SM invites everyone to be part of simple, everyday actions that make a big difference for the planet. Through innovative programs, eco-friendly infrastructure, and community engagement, SM’s malls have become leading platforms for… Read More 7 WAYS SM SUPERMALLS IS MAKING EARTH DAY, EVERY DAY

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How SM Prime’s environmental leadership and innovation continuously power a more sustainable future

FOR SM Prime, sustainability is not merely a statement, but a strategic imperative that is deeply embedded in the way the company operates. This is demonstrated in concrete outcomes that reflect the organization’s innovation and leadership when it comes to its environmental efforts, continuously delivering measurable progress in advancing sustainability across its developments. Anchored in… Read More How SM Prime’s environmental leadership and innovation continuously power a more sustainable future

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Tubbataha’s “Mama Ranger” Receives U.S. International Women of Courage Award

MANILA | April 3, 2025—Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park Protected Area Superintendent Angelique Songco, also known as “Mama Ranger,” has been named among the U.S. Secretary of State’s 2025 International Women of Courage (IWOC) for her longstanding leadership in protecting and conserving marine biodiversity in Palawan. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and First Lady of… Read More Tubbataha’s “Mama Ranger” Receives U.S. International Women of Courage Award

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HOW SM PRIME CONTINUES TO CREATE MEANINGFUL CHANGE FOR CLEANER SEAS AND OCEANS

THE quest for cleaner seas and oceans demands unwavering commitment, consistent action, and genuine care for our shared planet. In the Philippines, SM Prime has emerged as an influential champion in this global movement, embracing environmental stewardship not just as a responsibility but also as a core aspect of its corporate identity. SM’s enduring dedication,… Read More HOW SM PRIME CONTINUES TO CREATE MEANINGFUL CHANGE FOR CLEANER SEAS AND OCEANS

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DOT balances tourism development, environmental preservation in Central Luzon

By Maria Asumpta Estefanie C. Reyes | March 5, 2025 CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga (PIA) — The Department of Tourism (DOT) is striving to balance tourism development with environmental preservation in Central Luzon. During the third episode of the Kapihan sa Bagong Pilipinas of the Philippine Information Agency for 2025, DOT Regional Director Richard… Read More DOT balances tourism development, environmental preservation in Central Luzon

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Cebu Pacific joins SMBC Aviation Capital and RAFI for mangrove reforestation project

CEBU Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading carrier, has joined SMBC Aviation Capital and the Ramon Aboitiz Foundation Inc. (RAFI) to support a mangrove planting project in Sitio Sulok, Lian, Batangas. The initiative, which saw the planting of 7,000 mangrove seedlings, aims to restore vital coastal ecosystems while empowering local communities. A total of 27… Read More Cebu Pacific joins SMBC Aviation Capital and RAFI for mangrove reforestation project

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Botolan’s ‘Pera sa Basura’ program takes off

By HENRY EMPEÑO BOTOLAN, Zambales — Community support to the “Pera sa Basura/ Junkshop on Wheels” program is gaining headway with residents turning in recyclable wastes during scheduled collection sorties in various barangays. The program, which boosts the municipality’s thrust in pollution control, resource management, and environmental protection, encourages residents to get paid for collected… Read More Botolan’s ‘Pera sa Basura’ program takes off

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