As the world continues to grapple with depleting resources, the need for renewable energy has never been more urgent. Malls, as significant energy consumers, have a unique opportunity to lead the charge towards a greener, more sustainable future by adopting renewable energy solutions that can significantly reduce their environmental impact.
The much-anticipated second leg of the Viyline Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Caravan is set to take place at SM City Baguio from February 19-25, 2025, bringing together an exciting array of MSMEs and community members for a dynamic shopping experience. This collaboration between Viyline and SM aims to boost local businesses while promoting community engagement, and the event is poised to be a game-changer for MSMEs in the region.
Discover what’s next and what’s new at SM Supermalls—your ultimate destination for the freshest flavors, trendiest lifestyle finds, and exclusive collectibles. With exciting new openings and upcoming must-visit spots, there’s always something to look forward to!
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GREAT Women Festival: “The Power of the Network” is a series of events during the month of March to celebrate the strengths of women groups, individuals and corporate partners towards opportunities to help, inspire, educate and connect women to each other and to a network that supports economic and employment opportunities. “For Women, Celebrating women” is this year’s battle cry for power women in organized groups. This first ever festival is made possible through collaborations of groups such as the Philippine Women’s Economic Network (PhilWEN) and its member organizations like the Filipina CEO Circle (FCC), NextGen Organization of Women Corporate Directors (NOWCD), SPARK or Samahan ng mga Pilipina para sa Reporma at Kaunalaran, Inc. (Filipinas for Reform and Development), Business and Professional Women BGC and Network for Enterprising Women (NEW); The Philippine Business Coalition for Women Empowerment (PBCWE) with the EON Group as the event organizer and YSpace at the Yuchengco Museum as the venue partner. The network is joined by multi-national and private companies and associations who are participating in this event.
In a joint effort for Manila Bay, SM Prime Holdings (SM Prime), together with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), was present for the handover of a state-of-the-art catamaran trash boat to complement the ongoing battle against water pollution. DENR received the boat last January 31, along with essential navigation and safety equipment as well as cleaning tools. The 30-foot catamaran will be operated by the DENR Metropolitan Environmental Office – South Zone and will contribute to the agency’s capacity to combat water pollution and preserve the vital marine ecosystem.
The SM Book Nook Reading Festival, held on January 31, 2025, at the Book Nook in SM Aura, drew 500 book lovers of all ages for a dynamic celebration of Filipino literature and creativity. From engaging author meet-and-greets to lively performances and informative workshops, the festival offered a rich array of literary experiences.
The United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) Private Sector Alliance for Disaster Resilient Societies (ARISE) Philippines, a leading resilience network in the country, held its first annual general meeting for 2025 on January 27 at the ARISE Secretariat headquarters in MOA Square, Mall of Asia Complex. With a growing membership of 156 private sector companies, civil society groups, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and academic institutions, ARISE Philippines is poised to significantly impact disaster resilience efforts nationwide.
SM Cares, the corporate social responsibility arm of SM Supermalls, has joined hands with the Global Peace Foundation (GPF) Philippines to support the transformative All Lights Village project. This partnership was solidified with the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) on February 14, 2025, at the SM Prime Headquarters, marking another significant step forward in promoting sustainable development and empowering underprivileged communities in off-grid areas.
Milksha, Taiwan’s beloved milk tea brand, proudly opens its first-ever concept store in the Philippines!
Get ready for a delightful sip filled with pure, fresh, and natural milk tea creations made with the finest ingredients. Officially opening its doors at SM North EDSA, the Milksha concept store is inviting even more Filipinos to experience its fresh and most flavorful milk tea straight from Taiwan.
SM North EDSA continues to redefine the shopping and dining scene with an exciting array of new tenants across its sprawling mall. Brimming with new experiences—from Milksha’s first-ever concept store in the Philippines to exciting store openings—here’s what awaits you at The Block and beyond.
