{"id":8794,"date":"2023-09-28T23:02:01","date_gmt":"2023-09-28T15:02:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kdg.lhs.temporary.site\/website_e613a426\/?p=8794"},"modified":"2023-09-28T23:04:07","modified_gmt":"2023-09-28T15:04:07","slug":"leading-the-change-at-sm-supermalls","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/digitalmanila.net\/?p=8794","title":{"rendered":"Water Sustainability: Leading the Change at SM Supermalls"},"content":{"rendered":"

The ripple effect of the water crisis has reached every part of the globe. According to the World Wildlife Fund, some 1.1 billion people worldwide lack access to water, and a total of 2.7 billion find water scarce for at least one month of the year. Worst, two-thirds of the global population may face water shortages by 2025 and ecosystems will suffer.<\/p>\n

As the gravity of these issues becomes increasingly apparent, several countries have taken significant steps to forge a more sustainable future for the Earth. Noteworthy examples include Singapore’s water management plan and The Netherlands’ intricate conservation practices.<\/p>\n

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Singapore\u2019s Desalination Plant: \u00a0 Source: https:\/\/www.pub.gov.sg\/watersupply\/fournationaltaps\/desalinatedwater<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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The Delta Works in The Netherlands was built by Rijkswaterstaat to protect the country against flooding from the North Sea.\u00a0 Source: https:\/\/www.water-technology.net\/projects\/delta-works-flood-netherlands\/<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Inspiration for the Philippines<\/strong><\/p>\n

In the Philippines, a multifaceted approach has also been embraced by the public and private sectors in safeguarding and managing water resources. SM Supermalls<\/a> are at the forefront of the conservation and management of water resources in its mall facilities. Its endeavors form the foundation of a more sustainable and water-secure future that the company has long been advocating.<\/p>\n

SM’s Vision: Greening the Future<\/strong><\/p>\n

SM has been recycling water since the 1990s, treating an average of 1 billion gallons of water annually in recent years, equivalent to 1,600 Olympic-sized swimming pools. In line with the SM Green Movement<\/a>, SM has been continuously working towards responsible consumption and water conservation in its properties.<\/p>\n

To illustrate, the SM Supermalls\u2019 comfort rooms have smart fixtures to manage water flow. There are also signages in the mall that advocate wise water use. Wastewater is channeled to the malls\u2019 sewage treatment plants that recycle an estimated total of 4 million cubic meters of water, lessening their dependence on freshwater sources for non-potable uses. SM did this even before the measure was required by way of the Clean Water Act in 2004.<\/p>\n

SM Mall of Asia has been involved in various sustainability and environmental initiatives, including water recycling among others.<\/p>\n

SM Supermalls utilizes recycled wastewater from the mall for irrigating its gardens.<\/p>\n

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SM Malls have \u201cSave Water\u201d<\/strong> signages that typically aim to create awareness about water conservation and inspire people to take simple actions to reduce their water consumption<\/p>\n

Recently, SM took a step further in resource management by launching the first-ever water filtration system at SM City Baguio<\/a>. This facility can turn collected rainwater into potable water for mall tenant use such as washing and cooking as well as dishwashing and handwashing, allowing the mall to further lessen its dependence on the freshwater supply of the Baguio community.<\/p>\n

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SM took a step further in resource management by launching the first-ever water filtration system at SM City Baguio.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong (right) samples the potable water from the SM Baguio rainwater facility with SM SVP for Marketing Joaquin San Agustin (left) and SM VP for Corporate COmpliance, Engr. Liza Silerio (center)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

SM’s dedication aligns with the world\u2019s environmental sustainability and climate action goals. Rainwater catchment basins in flood-prone areas and the rainwater filtration in SM Baguio further exemplify this commitment. These significant efforts underscore the ongoing need for sustainable practices and policies.<\/p>\n

A Brighter Future Ahead<\/strong><\/p>\n

The journey towards sustainable water management is ongoing. SM Supermalls, through its initiatives, paves the way for a greener, more secure future.<\/p>\n

Learn more at SM Cares<\/a>\u00a0 or follow SM Supermalls<\/a> on social media.<\/p>\n

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