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Wednesday, July 26, 2023

Urban Farming, the Founder's Dream for sustainable environment.

Based on a vision put forward by founder Henry Sy, Sr., and a program that began in earnest in 2007; SM Foundation mounted simultaneous Urban Farming initiatives last July 7, at the SM City North Edsa Annex and 16 other SM malls. It was a wonderful way to highlight its progress over the years and to celebrate the vision with the strategic government agencies and LGUs that have been such valuable partners over the 16 years.

SM City North Edsa

This Urban Farming initiative is led by the SM Foundation through its Kabalikat Sa Kabuhayan on Sustainable Agriculture Program (KSK-SAP). It’s about uplifting the farmer community, fostering environmental consciousness, food security, and creating livelihood and income opportunities for marginalized urban communities. Through the KSK-SAP, a comprehensive program of urban farming techniques, product development, marketing, and basic accounting are offered in strategically-located field schools.

SM City Roxas

The KSK program has successfully conducted over 260 sustainable agricultural trainings, benefiting a total of 28,550 farmers. These trainings have taken place in both rural and urban settings, where participants have been exposed to sustainable farming modules that promote the cultivation of nutritious, high-quality vegetables and fruits.

SM City Clark

Partnering with the SM Foundation, SM Supermalls, and SM Markets are the following government agencies; the Department of Agriculture, the Department of Social Welfare and Development, the Department of Trade and Industry, the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority, the Department of Science and Technology, the Department of Tourism, and the Quezon City Government. Each government organization and LGU plays a vital role in maintaining the viability of the program, and so that no stone is left unturned in ensuring its success.

As an example, the SM Foundation has brought SM Supermalls and SM Markets into the picture so that as these urban farmers successfully harvest, they’re given an opportunity to market and sell their produce at the Sunday Markets that are now being held in several malls across the nation. When the produce reaches a volume that goes beyond this Sunday marketing mechanism, the SM Markets offer other alternatives.

SM City Naga

It’s about creating integration and circularity so that a mini-economic ecosystem is realized. After all, it can’t be about teaching them what and how to farm and then leaving them with no outlet with which to monetize this harvest. The SM Foundation creates these strategic partnerships so that true income opportunities become part of the overall scenario.

SM City Cabanatuan

Who would have thought that this vision of Henry Sy, Sr., back in 2007, would have been so uncanny in predicting the mounting problems and issues we face today in agriculture, sustainable food production, food security, and urban development? It’s a vision and dream that those in the SM Foundation are very proud to carry on, and deliver.

SM is in the business of creating a sustainable environment. From being the first to consider renewable energy in mall buildings, to implementing energy-saving devices, we continue to meet significant sustainability milestones.

Join us as we commit to a more sustainable lifestyle at smgreenmovement.com and #SMGreenMovement

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Super Moms Meet up with Mesa ni Misis for a healthy Motherhood talks at SM Supermalls.

Just in time for Nutrition Month, SM Supermalls partnered with Mesa ni Misis to celebrate the

healthiest SuperMoms Meetup at the SM Megamall Event Atrium on July 22, Saturday.

SuperMoms gathered once again for the biggest and grandest super momma convention, which

also marked the launch of Juana’s Table, the newest recipe book by Mesa ni Misis’ Juana

Manahan Yupangco.

“We SuperMoms hold the power to shape the future of our children's health. By embracing a

plant-based diet and introducing it to our families, we can ensure that our little ones grow up

strong, vibrant, and armed with the necessary tools to lead a healthy and fulfilled life.” said

Grace Magno, SM Supermalls Vice President for Corporate Marketing.

SM Supermalls and Mesa ni Misis, through the recipe book, aimed to educate moms on the

importance of healthy and sustainable eating. Written by Yupangco herself, who is a food

security champion and advocate for local produce and farmers, the book is filled with healthy

and affordable meal options that moms can easily create in their kitchen using the freshest

produce found at the SM Sunday Market.

During the event, participants were treated to a cooking demo by Yupangco, who was then

joined by celebrities and certified SuperMoms, Dimples Romana and Patti Grandidge Herrera

who whipped up a veggie gimbap using fresh, local ingredients. They showcased how easily

one can create a delicious and healthy meal for the whole family using one of the many recipes

found in the book. Also, moms got the chance to discover how to practice sustainability in the

household through cooking.

The meetup featured on-ground activities for moms such as the SuperMoms Club Photo wall

where SuperMoms got to take photos with their goodie bags and a raffle draw where lucky

SuperMoms won special prizes and other awesome surprises from partners and sponsors.

Started in 2018, SM Supermalls’ SuperMoms Club is the Philippines’ largest mommy

community on Facebook. Its on-ground event, the SuperMoms Meetup, has become an avenue

to further build a stronger community of inspiring women and super mommas who uplift,

support, and encourage each other.

“This meetup was designed with your well-being in mind. We want to make you feel valued and

cared for, and at the same time, we want to give you a voice to be heard at home, in the

workplace, and in your community. Your SM Supermalls family will always be here for you,

listening to you and understanding your needs and helping you throughout your motherhood

journey,” said Juana Manahan Yupangco.

The healthiest SuperMoms Club meetup in the metro was supported by SM Markets, SM Store, Fully Booked,Viu, NutriAsia, UnMeat, Téviant, Skin Poem, Designer Blooms and Blims Furniture. Never miss out on the latest SuperMoms gatherings at SM Supermalls! To know more about the SuperMoms Club, join the Facebook community for moms, by moms via www.facebook.com/groups/SMSuperMomsClub.

Our Motherhood journey is not an easy path, but, we gained our strength as a Mother thru our beloved children. They are source of our joy and power to survived and face the daily struggles in life as a Mother who has many roles in the society.

Tuesday, July 25, 2023

SM Prime with partnership with Citicore Renewables for Clean Energy.

(From left to right) SM Prime Energy Consultant Jaime Patinio, SM Prime Chief Finance Officer John Nai Peng Ong, SM Prime President Jeffrey Lim, CREC Chairman Edgar Saavedra, CREC President & CEO Oliver Tan, CREC Sr. Manager Sales & Energy Trading Jerard Garcia

SM Prime Holdings, Inc. (SM Prime) and Citicore Renewable Energy Company (CREC) signed a Memorandum of Agreement on 11 July 2023 as a joint commitment to champion renewable energy.

Through this partnership, SM Prime will source its energy requirements of up to 90-Megawatts (MWac) from CREC’s upcoming Lumbangan Solar Power Plant in Tuy, Batangas. The long-term agreement will commence in the first half of 2024. This is in line with the Retail Competition and Open Access (RCOA) policies of the Department of Energy.

This development further strengthens both CREC and SM Prime's commitment to the Department of Energy's program of moving up the renewable energy supply component of the Philippines to 35% by the year 2030.

“This partnership marks our strong commitment to providing sustainable operations in our developments nationwide. It is aligned with SM Prime's target of achieving net zero by the year 2040. SM Prime ensures that its risk-informed investments catalyze sustainable development and positive change in the communities where it operates,” said Mr. John Ong, SM Prime Chief Finance Officer.

The agreement with SM Prime adds to CREC’s long list of blue-chip company partners, attesting to the company’s solid performance and service excellence.

“We are happy to partner with SM Prime in providing clean and safe renewable energy for their power requirements,” said Mr. Oliver Tan, CREC President. “We believe that their support and trust in us through this partnership reflects our commitment as a renewable energy provider, and we are glad that SM Prime shares in our vision of a sustainable future,” Mr. Tan added.

ABOUT SM PRIME:

SM Prime is one of the largest integrated property developers in Southeast Asia that offers innovative and sustainable lifestyle cities with the development of malls, residences, offices, hotels, and convention centers.

ABOUT CITICORE:

Citicore Renewable aims to lead the renewable energy revolution by empowering Filipino communities through positive energy. With a projected 5 Gigawatts of green capacity addition in the next five years, Citocore Renewable is committed to powering a First-World Philippines with Pure Renewable Energy.

This nation needs a pure energy source to maintain its height in the global economy and growth of our country. Go for Clean Energy.

A Plaque of Recognition received by SG Hassan Pasco for saving a life.

SG Hassan receives a plaque of recognition from the City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management
Office officials: (L to R) Ralph Kristian Eustaquio, Research and Planning Division Head, Vanessa T. Reyes, CGADH-I, CDRRMO , Rolly Asaula Administrative Division Head and John Edward Babani Administration and Training Division Head. With them is SM City San Pablo CRS Manager Ramon Domingo (3rd from right).

City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office awards SM City San Pablo guard SG Hassan Pasco a plaque of recognition for his selflessness and courageous efforts in saving a life during a critical and life-threatening situation on June 25, 2023.

While conducting his regular rounds, SG Pasco noticed a 74-year-old customer experiencing difficulty breathing due to something stuck in his throat. Fortunately, as a trained guard in first aid rescue techniques, he performed the Heimlich maneuver (Abdominal Thrusts) right away, and that saved the customer. SG Pasco is trained in first aid rescue techniques and regularly undergoes refresher courses with the assistance of a Certified First Aid Trainer from the Philippine Red Cross. These training sessions are conducted every morning before the mall opens.

CDRRMO Management Council in San Pablo, Laguna said that his quick thinking, decisive action, compassion, and unwavering dedication to the preservation of human life have made a remarkable impact on the community. SG Pasco also received P10,000 from the city Administration Office.

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Nevertheless, mankind are capable to save lives and more kinder to his fellow human being. Be brave and continue to save people Mr. Hassan Pasco.

Saturday, June 24, 2023

BIG BAD WOLF BOOKS 2023, grandest Book Festival in Manila.

After Three Years, The BBW Book Sale Manila Opens its Doors to the public.

Finally, Big Bad Wolf Book Sale is back in Manila, bringing joy and excitement to book lovers across the country. Starting from June 23 until July 3, 2023 from 10AM to 1AM at the Forum Tent at the PICC, book enthusiasts can once again experience the magic of browsing through a vast selection of books at unbelievable prices during this book extravaganza.

Together with the founders of Big Bad Wolf, Andrew Yap and Jacqueline Ng and their local partners Ramon and Carol Chuaying, distinguished guests were present to commemorate the opening of the Big Bad Wolf Book Sale Manila 2023. These include Pasay City Mayor Imelda Calixto-Rubiano, Malaysian Ambassador Dato' Abdul Malik Melvin Castelino, Atty. Emerson Cuyo of the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines, Former Senator and Philippine Red Cross Chairman Richard Gordon, Ramon Jaime Del Rosario, Consumer Business Sector Head of Metrobank, and Cory Vidanes, Chief Operating Officer of ABS-CBN.

Photo taken by Seraphim

Other notable guests who witnessed the ribbon cutting include Brazilian Ambassador Antonio José Maria de Souza e Silva, Brunei Ambassador Megawati Manan, Lao Ambassador HE Sonexay Vannaxay, Myanmar Chargé D'Affaires Mr. San Yu Kyaw, and Singaporean Chargé D'Affaires Pan Jingxuan.

"We are thrilled to bring back the Big Bad Wolf Book Sale to Manila," said Jacqueline Ng. "The Big Bad Wolf Manila Book Sale 2023 promises an unforgettable experience for all book lovers, with a wide range of titles at unbeatable prices. It's an opportunity to celebrate the joy of reading and connect with a wide range of titles at unbeatable prices. It's an opportunity to celebrate the joy of reading and connect with fellow book enthusiasts. Don't miss out on this magical event!"

Richard Gordon, CEO & President

of Red Cross Philippines

photo taken by Seraphim

One of the exciting highlights of the Big Bad Wolf Book Sale Manila 2023 is the "Book Haul" contest, where shoppers of all ages can participate for a chance to win a trolley full of books. Participants are invited to capture their book sale experience through a creative photo or video and share it on social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or TikTok, using the hashtags #BBWManila2023 and #TrolleyfulOfBooks2023. Daily prizes worth P25,000 in vouchers will be awarded for the most creative submissions, and one lucky grand winner will take home a trolley full of books.

Mark your calendars and make your way to the Big Bad Wolf Book Sale Manila 2023 starting June 23 until July 3 open daily from 10AM to 1AM at the Forum Tent in PICC, Pasay City. Don’t forget to SCAN and REGISTER the QR Code throughout the hall to get access to the Book Sale and the unbelievable deals in store for all book lovers. This is a MUST, do not forget! The Big Bad Wolf Book Sale Manila 2023 promises to be a literary paradise, where book enthusiasts can indulge in a spectacular literary extravaganza like no other. Discover incredible book deals, explore various genres, get a chance to win exciting prizes, and immerse yourself in the joy of reading.