In celebration of World Oceans Day 2025, SM Cares, the corporate
social responsibility arm of SM Supermalls, will once again mobilize thousands
of volunteers across the country for its annual Coastal Cleanup Drive, set for
June 7, 2025. This year’s theme, “WONDER: Sustaining What Sustains Us,” serves
as a powerful reminder of the oceans’ role in supporting life—and our shared
responsibility to protect them.
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| Students actively participate in coastal cleanup drive, reinforcing their role as environmental stewards and contributing to the preservation of marine ecosystems. |
Held simultaneously in multiple coastal locations nationwide, the
initiative is organized in partnership with local government units,
environmental organizations, NGOs, community groups, SM employees, security and
janitorial personnel, and affiliates. It is part of SM’s broader environmental
commitment through the #SMWasteFreeFuture campaign, which also includes
year-round plastic waste reduction efforts, recycling markets, and e-waste
disposal drives.
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Students take action for a cleaner coastline during coastal cleanup drive at SM by the BAY. |
In addition to the weekly cleanups already taking place at SM by the
Bay, the World Oceans Day event marks one of three major coastal cleanups
planned by SM Cares for 2025.
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| Students from NU Nazareth School take action for a cleaner coastline during coastal cleanup drive at SM by the BAY. |
“As part of our commitment to
the environment, we believe in community action to protect our oceans and
waterways. Ultimately, we want to raise overall awareness on marine pollution,
contribute to preserving biodiversity, and help in inspiring responsible waste
management practices among Filipinos. The World Oceans Day Coastal Cleanup is
more than just a one-day event—it’s part of our ongoing pledge to build a
better, cleaner world,” said Engr. Liza Silerio, SM Cares Program Director
for the Environment.
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| Through active participation in the coastal cleanup, employees demonstrate a shared commitment to environmental initiatives and fostering a culture of collective responsibility. |
Participating SM Malls and Communities
NCR: SM by the BAY (cleanup site), SM City Manila, SM City San Lazaro, SM City Sta. Mesa
South Luzon: SM City Rosario, SM City Batangas, SM City Lipa, SM City Lucena, SM City Tanza
North & Central Luzon: SM Center Dagupan
Visayas: SM City Bacolod, SM City Iloilo
Mindanao: SM City Davao, SM CDO, SM CDO Downtown
Join the Movement
Volunteers are encouraged to sign up now through the SM Malls Online App: https://click.smmallsonline.com/DFqS/SMCOASTALCLEANUP2025. Stay tuned to the official social media pages of participating SM malls for site-specific schedules and updates.
This World Oceans Day, let’s celebrate the wonder of our oceans—and ensure that what sustains us today will continue to do so for generations to come. (PR)
