SM Prime and AboitizPower Secure Long-Term Cleanergy Deal

 

SM Prime Holdings, Inc. (SM Prime), one of the leading property developers in Southeast Asia, secures a long-term deal with AboitizPower for Cleanergy supply, realizing its goal of increasing its renewable energy portfolio to more than 50%. This is in support of the Department of Energy’s program of moving up the renewable energy supply component of the country to 35% by year 2030.

 

(From left to right) SM Prime Energy Consultant Jaime Patinio, AboitizPower Senior Vice President for Commercial Operations Sandro Aboitiz, SM Engineering, Design and Development President Hans Sy, Jr., SM Prime President Jeffrey Lim, AboitizPower President and Chief Executive Officer Emmanuel Rubio, Aboitiz Renewables, Inc. Vice President for Commercial Strategy, Sales, and Engagement David Aboitiz, AboitizPower Vice President for Retail - Commercial Operations Business Unit James Byron Yu, and SM Prime Chief Finance Officer John Nai Peng Ong gather for a luncheon on Thursday, August 4, after sealing a long-term partnership with the commitment to helping build a cleaner and brighter future.      

Under the agreement, AboitizPower is poised to supply reliable and responsibly-sourced energy from Tiwi and MakBan Geothermal Power Plants, and PV Sinag’s Power Plants, operated and managed by AboitizPower subsidiary, Aboitiz Renewables, Inc. (ARI). This long-term contract will power SM Prime properties, including malls, leisure homes, offices, hotels, and other establishments under the Retail Competition and Open Access (RCOA) by the end of 2022.

 

“This partnership with AboitizPower is aligned with our unwavering commitment to being a catalyst for economic growth and steward of nature. We will continue providing world-class amenities within our sustainable lifestyle cities that have been beneficial and inspirational to millions of Filipinos,” said Jeffrey Lim, SM Prime Holdings Inc.’s President.

 

SM Prime builds legacy communities based on its core sustainable pillars: Economy, People, Environment, and Community. It is dedicated to generating value sustainably through its diverse business segments.

 

“AboitizPower is thrilled to be SM Prime’s partner in building sustainable lifestyle cities. We thank SM Prime for trusting us to be their partner in their transition to clean and renewable energy. It is a privilege to be given the opportunity to power various SM Prime properties with our renewable assets”, said Sandro Aboitiz, Senior Vice President of the Commercial Operations Business Unit. 

 

“We consider it a great milestone for our group to be in support of SM’s transition to renewable energy and are working to rapidly expand our renewable portfolio as the demand for Cleanergy grows. We have supported a growing number of corporations transitioning to clean and renewable energy and we are excited at the prospect of seeing a future where Cleanergy is the norm.” said David Aboitiz, Aboitiz Renewables, Inc. (ARI) Vice President for Commercial Strategy, Sales, and Engagement.

 

The leading renewable energy provider plans to expand its Cleanergy portfolio in the next 10 years to support the government’s plans of boosting the renewable energy industry in the country. AboitizPower is targeting approximately 50:50 Cleanergy and thermal capacity mix by 2030. 

 

 

About SM Prime

 

SM Prime Holdings Inc., one of the leading property developers in Southeast Asia, is committed to providing safe and sustainable spaces for its stakeholders.  Its development strategy is anchored on the responsible use of resources. In the communities it serves, it is able to promote resource conservation, environmental protection, and disaster resiliency by implementing solutions for water, waste, and energy management.

 

SM Prime is a key player in the SM Green Movement that aims to improve the quality of life of communities through sustainable solutions to promote a green planet, green living and a green culture.

 

Find out more about SM Prime and the SM Green Movement

 

SM Supermalls Welcomes You Into a New Era of Change

 

The honest truth: No one came out of the COVID-19 pandemic in quite the same way. The pandemic was an isolating period of self-discovery, emotional growth, and life-altering realizations. It changed people, and in the process, it shaped the way so many of us view ourselves and the world around us.

 

Because of this, consumer tastes and behaviors have shifted. Where in a pre-pandemic world, people often spent on luxuries and experiences that allowed them to celebrate their accomplishments, studies show that consumers now want a different experience, one that is kinder and more embracing of the changes that each individual had gone through in the past 2 years. People are now prioritizing their personal wellness and supporting products and services that champion growth.

 

As consumer tastes have shifted, brands are starting to adapt to these changes. And true to its foundational commitment to make people happy, SM is ready with a host of new offerings as the entire brand is poised for a refresh this year.

 

“The history of SM Supermalls is one that has been built on innovation and change to serve the needs of millions of Filipinos,” says SM Supermalls President, Steven Tan. “We’ve been with our customers through their every milestone for almost four decades. And we are committed to always changing, always growing with our customers in the years and decades to come.”

 

SM Supermalls: Welcoming Every Change in You

SM continues to stay true to its mission to provide Filipino families with a fun and engaging in-mall experience so they can go home with a smile on their faces.

 

There will always be a plethora of experiences for each person who comes through SM’s doors. This is true for the various personalities that emerged during the pandemic; from eco-warriors and Plantitas to health buffs and sports personalities who embraced biking, healthy eating, and home gyms, and bakers and homemakers who turned their passion projects into small businesses.

“I believe that now more than ever, it is important to recognize the new changes to our world,” adds SM Supermalls President Steven Tan. “And people are continuing to grow as they invest in experiences that uplift their lives.”

 

Ushering the Future with the Transformation of SM Supermalls

In the next few months, Filipinos across Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao will get to experience the wellness-oriented and sustainability-driven transformation of SM Supermalls with a host of new and exciting activities. These include paw parks for pet moms and dads, al fresco dining areas for hangout groups, plant hubs for eco-enthusiasts, bike facilities for the growing cycling community, co-working spaces, experiential retail, blockbuster and larger-than-life cinema escapades and so much more.

As SM’s brand refresh campaign ushers in a newness to the Philippine mall experience, curious visitors, foodies, friends and families will have much to rediscover. So come on in, you’re always welcome here!

 

For more information, follow SM Supermalls on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/smsupermalls to experience what’s new in any SM Supermall near you today!

Mall of Asia (MOA) Complex: A sterling landmark of disaster resilience

 

We all know that the SM Mall of Asia (MOA) is a popular destination for unforgettable gastronomic and recreational experiences, but did you know that the 67-hectare Mall of Asia Complex where MOA stands is engineered to withstand disasters caused by natural hazards?

The foundation of the Mall of Asia Complex was built to be safe and secure because SM Prime Holdings, Inc., one of Southeast Asia’s largest integrated property developers incorporates disaster resiliency measures in every project, with the MOA Complex as one of its biggest investments.

SM Prime collaborated with a team of local and international experts to ensure the feasibility of both water and land before the MOA complex was built and once finalized, Belgium’s renowned coastal development construction company, Jan de Nul, developed it from the ground up.

The reputable Jan de Nul made sure the terrain was stable and the complex’s roads were made resistant to earthquakes and erosion, in accordance with the National Structural Code of the Philippines and approved by both the Philippine Reclamation Authority and the National Government.

Three important disaster resiliency features were used in protecting the Complex and the coastal community of Pasay from tides and waves: One, a three-kilometer seawall built to stand against liquefaction; two, a meter-high inverted wave return to serve as defense against high waves; and three, a drainage channel to prevent floods during storm surges. This was put to test when Typhoon Pedring hit in 2011, and the Mall of Asia Complex was spared from destructive waves and flooding that submerged many other surrounding establishments.

As an added feature, both the Complex’s main road and all its structures are elevated 4 meters above the parameters set by the National Building Code. Pilings strengthened its foundation and greatly improved its soil bearing capacity.

 

Family fun, leisure and entertainment are the objectives behind the awe-inspiring grandeur of SM Mall of Asia, but this vision is founded on a commitment to safety and a secure foundation throughout the Complex. This is a firm philosophy of SM Prime Chairman of the Executive Committee Mr. Hans T. Sy, a champion for disaster resilience, who continuously invests in DRR and in allocating 10% of the company’s expenditure for DRR in all of SM’s infrastructures throughout the country.

 

 “Today, disasters have become more frequent and severe. The government and the private sector must work together to find solutions for greater resiliency.  SM prime as a responsible property developer places Disaster Risk Reduction as one of its core strategies. It simply makes good business sense.” emphasizes Mr Hans Sy. He believes that not only is DRR an effective way to grow the business but it protects the communities where SM is located amid the increasing risks of climate change.

 

Today, the MOA Complex is a bustling realization of Mr. Henry Sy Sr.’s grand vision for it to become both a premiere integrated leisure destination with a complimentary business and lifestyle district – one of the country’s truly revolutionary mixed-use developments, and a thriving example of disaster risk reduction at work.

The next time you visit the MOA Complex – whether it is to visit the world’s largest IKEA, or to view the sunset from the top of the MOA Eye, or to simply shop and dine with your loved ones – it will be good to know that SM Prime has ensured your safety and security from the time the development was conceptualized and opened in 2006.. to today and tomorrow.

 

SM Prime Holdings Inc., one of the leading property developers in Southeast Asia, is committed to providing safe and sustainable spaces for its stakeholders.  Its development strategy is anchored on the responsible use of resources. In the communities it serves, it is able to promote resource conservation, environmental protection, and disaster resiliency by implementing solutions for water, waste, and energy management.

 

SM Prime is a key player in the SM Green Movement that aims to improve the quality of life of communities through sustainable solutions to promote a green planet, green living and a green culture.

Find out more about SM Prime and the SM Green Movement-- visit www.smprime.com and www.sminvestments.com/sustainability/sm-for-the-community/sm-green-movement/

SM Supermalls joins the Metaverse with an AweSM SuperKids Zone in Roblox!

Get ready for an aweSM summer as SM Supermalls gives kids a glimpse into the future with a brand-new virtual entertainment zone in the Metaverse where they can immerse themselves in the biggest gaming and social experience platform for kids, Roblox!

 

This new aweSM space by SM Supermalls is now open for super kids to safely explore, play, and meet with friends.

 

 

With restrictions easing up, SM Supermalls wanted to bring the excitement of going back to the malls online through a virtual space in the metaverse gaming platform, Roblox – the most popular gaming app for Filipino children. Roblox serves as an avenue for kids to express themselves through custom avatars, while also serving as a safe place for kids to reconnect with their friends digitally in over 4 million different worlds!

 

SM Supermalls partnered with SVEN The Digital 1st Agency, as its metaverse partner, to become the first mall chain in the Philippines to enter the metaverse. With this simulated digital reality, kids can reimagine the mall experience in a way that they will appreciate and enjoy – a safe but free-to-play space with no rules and no limits:

 

Splash into the AweSM Super Pool!

 

  Bump it out with the SuperKids with the AweSM Bumper Cars!

 

Get the best aerial views onboard the AweSM Ferris Wheel!

  

Have a ball and jump into the colorful AweSM Glowing Ball Pit!

 

Climb up the AweSM Rainbow Obby (obstacle course) and discover a secret maze on the rooftop – our favorite!

 

And there’s so much more! SuperKids of all ages are welcome to explore and do their own thing in the same fashion as a real-life mall experience, only this time it’s virtual and made especially for them.

What are you waiting for? Check it out and get your kids to play the AweSM SuperKids Zone at Roblox today! Roblox is available online or via the app that you can download for free through the App Store or Google Play.

 

For more information on the AweSM SuperKids Zone in Roblox, visit www.smsupermalls.com or like and follow @smsupermalls on all social media platforms

Premier Samgyupsal San Juan: The Best Unli Korean BBQ in San Juan

K-pop, K-drama..and now K-bbq! Just the sound of anything “K” excites me more so when it comes to food. Unli-Samgyupsal is a popular choice among foodies who want to have happy tummies and enjoy DIY grilling activity. Comes popularity is the sudden emerging of various k-bbq places from one corner to the other.

As a fan of unli Korean BBQ, already tried dining in several places particularly in the San Juan area since I live there. We often have our Korean unli barbecue in the usual places then one day we finally give The PREMIER SAMGYUPSAL SAN JUAN a try.

What so special about Premier Samgyupsal San Juan?

There are reasons why I love Premier Samgyupsal San Juan and these are the food, ambience, service, price and the cheese!

FOOD: What makes Premier Samgyupsal a standout when it comes to good unli Korean barbecue restaurants in san juan is that they serve the best meats. If you love eating, you’ll know from the first bite if the meat is good. Just imagine having USDA certified Woosamgyup and Dry-Aged Samgyupsal on your plate? Grill them according to your char level and viola that’s heaven in your mouth! And don’t forget the CHEESE- its pure mozzarella!

The unli-mix bbq menu is a winner where you’ll get to taste not two but three kinds of meat- chicken, pork and beef.  This deal comes with 15 appetizers and side dishes plus free Korean soup all 580php But if you dine earlier its only 500php until 4PM. What a gastronomic steal!

AMBIANCE: Premier samgyupsal san juan restaurant has 2 floors but the bigger dining area is upstairs. It is clean, very spacious and cozy too with good furniture making your dining experience comfy and pleasant.

SERVICE: The staff at Premier Samgyupsal San Juan is amazingly alert. The service crew is on standby and ready to provide customers with fresh servings. They are friendly too.

PRICE: Affordability is the key for us who love to frequently dine the unli samgyupsal way. Considering the quality of food they serve, anyone can enjoy the best samgyupsal Korean bbq in san juan without breaking the bank.

CHEESE: Need I say more? Just dip your grilled meat on their cheese and its heaven!

For more information about the best unli samgyupsal visit and like Premier Samgyupsal San Juan on Facebook soon!

Doraemon’s Gadget Park MOA brings loads of fun to kids of all ages

Ang MAHIWAGANG MENSAHE!!! 

Who would forget this phrase from Doraemon? Growing up watching Doraemon on TV has been our fun time at home with my siblings. And being here at DORAEMON’S GADGET PARK makes it more memorable and super fun!

It has been 20 years since Doraemon was shown on Philippine TV and what better way to celebrate this is through an interactive and fun display that features 3-D Doraemon life size figures.

This July at SM MOA, experience what Doraemon is all about with your family and friends. Relive your childhood memories, bond with your kids (if you have any) or friends and snap some cool photos at Doraemon Gadget Park. This will truly be a fun memorable experience in partnership with SM Malls and AIPH Marketing Services.

Not only that, the latest Doraemon 2019 movie called “Chronicles of the Moon Exploration” will be shown on July 24 exclusively on SM Cinemas nationwide providing fun Doraemon entertainment on big screen. So better grab your tickets online via  www.smcinemas.com or download the app on your mobile.

To make the Doraemon experience more sweeter, new series of this lovable anime are now being aired over ABS-CBN’s YEY Channel. Doraemon latest cartoon series airs Monday to Friday from 5 to 6 PM on YEY Channel. This is also made available on ABS-CBN iWant mobile app for anytime and anywhere Doraemon on the go watching.

Doraemon fans rejoice- another great news is that exclusive Doraemon merchandise are now available at the Doraemon pop-up stores at the Doraemon Gadget Park. Grab some of these exclusive Doraemon collectible items to add up to your cute collection.

Schedule for Doraemon’s Gadget Park Mall Tour

SM Mall of Asia- July 19 to 30

SM City Dasmarinas- August 16 to 25

SM City Cebu- October 11 to 20

For further information and updates about Doraemon’s Gadget Park, kindly visit Doraemon PH on Facebook and Animation InternationalPH Facebook page.

Megabrands and Lifestyle Sale this July at SM Megamall

When it rains, it pours. Yes! Its official, rainy days are here, and this is a perfect time to shop when discounts are pouring in allowing you to save by the bucketful. 

Get ready to shop to your heart’s content at the most anticipated sale event of the year. Metro Creative Themes Inc. once again presents the MEGABRANDS & LIFESTYLE SALE happening this July 5, 6 and 7 at the Megatrade Hall 1, 5^th level of SM Megamall Building B. 

This 3-day midyear back-to-school sale will feature shoes, leather goods, athletic wear, bags, apparels, personal items, fashion and gadget accessories among others.

MEGABRANDS such as REEBOK, DIADORA, SKECHERS, PONY, SAUCONY, SPERRY, MERRELL, TRIUMPH, UMBRO are offering items with up to 70% discount.

But there’s more- CASE LOGIC, EUROPAK, PIERRE CARDIN, KEDS, GRENDHA, ITALIANOS, ROCKFORT are just some of the participating brands that will offer marked down items at prices that you can’t resist. What’s even more amazing is that ADMISSION is FREE!

With huge discounts on branded items and with major cards accepted, you have all the reasons to shop wisely at the Megabrands & Lifestyle Sale this weekend!

Megabrands & Lifestyle Sale

July 5, 6 and 7 (weekend)

Open from 11 am to 10 pm

Megatrade Hall 1 at SM Megamall B

FREE ADMISSION

For inquiries and more information please get in touch with MCT Inc. through Jonathan Roxas at 0917-5365473 or Vilma Baculot at 09171633597.

Follow Metro Creative Themes on Facebook for updates!