SM Supermalls Inspires Youth to Lead Sustainability Beyond Lights Out

During this Earth Hour, SM Supermalls once again demonstrated its ongoing dedication to sustainable practices by endorsing the annual Global Lights Switch Off on March 23rd from 8:30pm to 9:30pm.

This year, SM extended its efforts beyond the lights switch-off, fostering public engagement through a diverse array of eco-friendly and energy-saving activities and events.

At SM North EDSA, K-Pop fans used their lightsticks as alternative light sources for Earth Hour. They also joined in on eco-friendly pre-fan gathering activities, such as a plastic waste collection Idol Challenge.

85 SM Supermalls nationwide, including SM City Clark and SM City Cebu, gave an hour for Earth by turning off mall signages and lighting in key areas, reducing the total energy usage to 50 percent working capacity.

*To #GiveAnHourForEarth, customers at SM Lanang and SM City Grand Central unplugged and enjoyed a fun acoustic session and fan gatherings.*

*SM shoppers were provided with a variety of Green Retail Finds to buy at the SM Store, and solar light solutions through ACE Hardware.*

In the current year, 85 SM malls actively engaged in Earth Hour activities. Through these initiatives, SM Supermalls and SM Cares encouraged customers to extend their commitment beyond Earth Hour, offering practical tips for resource conservation and sustainable practices. They underscored the significant impact a collective movement toward energy conservation and climate change awareness can have.

SM City San Mateo and SM City Marikina, encouraged customers with sustainable practices by deploying waste collection bins. Customers are able to easily dispose of their plastic waste and e-waste across SM malls even beyond Earth Hour

SM Cares serves as the corporate social responsibility division of SM Supermalls, spearheading initiatives that champion sustainability and community development. These encompass programs catering to Women and Breastfeeding Mothers, Persons with Disabilities, Senior Citizens, and Children and Youth, alongside the Bike-Friendly SM initiative, complemented by its Environment Programs.

For further details on these initiatives, please visit www.smsupermalls.com/smcares.