SM Prime Holdings (SM Prime) played a pivotal role in advancing
sustainable urban development by hosting the 7th annual Association of
Pacific Rim Universities – Sustainable Cities and Landscapes (APRU-SCL)
2024 Conference and 3rd International Conference on Human Settlements
Planning and Development (ICHSPD) at SMX Convention Center Aura. This
prestigious event, organized by the University of the Philippines Los
Baños (UPLB), brought together over 300 experts to discuss innovative
solutions for building greener and more resilient cities. Focused on the
theme "Advancing Sustainable Cities and Communities Through Science,
Technology, and Innovation," the conference highlighted the importance
of collaboration in addressing urban challenges.
(L-R): Moderator Efraim Roxas, Environmental, Land Use and Urban
Planning and Development Bureau (ELUPDB) Director Mylene Rivera, SM
Supermalls’ President Steven Tan, and Tohoku University Professor
Jeongsoo Yu
SM’s commitment to sustainability was evident through the participation
of its top executives. SM Supermalls’ President Steven Tan showcased SM
Supermalls’ eco-friendly practices and community-focused programs.
“Our malls are more than just shopping centers; they are dynamic public
spaces, woven into the daily lives of millions of Filipinos. Our
comprehensive environmental sustainability programs are deeply inspired
by the vision of our Chairman of the Executive Committee, Mr. Hans Sy, a
tireless advocate for environmental sustainability and disaster
resilience,” Mr. Tan said.
SM Supermalls’ President Steven Tan highlights the malls’ sustainability initiatives.
He added, “At SM Supermalls, we leverage science and technology to
develop innovative solutions that are seamlessly integrated into the
design and operation of our malls. We remain committed to leveraging
innovation and collaboration to build a greener, more resilient, and
more sustainable future for the Philippines.”
SM Prime and SM Development Corporation (SMDC) Lead Executive for
Design, Innovation, and Strategy Jessica Bianca Sy, shared the company’s
vision of creating sustainable integrated properties that foster lively
communities.
(L-R): University of the Philippines Los Baños’ (UPLB) Dean Jennifer
Marie Amparo, UPLB Chancellor Jose Camacho Jr., Association of Pacific
Rim Universities (APRU) Chief Executive Thomas Schneider, Makati Mayor
Abigail Binay, SM Prime and SM Development Corporation (SMDC) Lead
Executive for Design, Innovation, and Strategy Jessica Bianca Sy,
International Conference on Human Settlements Planning and Development
(ICHSPD) Conference Director Edgar Reyes Jr., and APRU-Sustainable
Cities and Landscapes Director Yekang Ko
National Resilience Council (NRC) Executive Director Silvestre Barrameda
Jr. highlighted SM’s role in disaster preparedness. He presented “From
Risk to Resilience: The Work of the National Resilience Council in Risk
Governance” where he introduced the Resilience Local Government Unit
Program (RLGUP), NRC’s approaches and tools and how risk governance is
supported by the sciences.
National Resilience Council (NRC) Executive Director Silvestre Barrameda Jr. showcases SM Supermalls’ resilient infrastructure.
SM
Prime’s commitment to sustainability was further emphasized during a
breakout session on creating connections and partnerships, hosted by
Jonas Marie Dumdum, Senior Consultant and Sustainability Lead of Nomura
Research Institute (NRI) Manila Branch. Katherine Custodio, Executive
Director of World Wide Fund For Nature (WWF)-Philippines, underscored
the significance of collaboration: “Any program that aims to build
climate resilience requires strong partnerships and working together
across all sectors.”
SM Prime remains committed to its role as a catalyst for economic
growth, delivering innovative and sustainable lifestyle cities, thereby
enriching the quality of life of millions of people. SM Prime is
pursuing the next horizon on integrated property development and onward
to building sustainable cities of the future.
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