Charge up your EV while recharging your energy at SM Supermalls!

Good news for eco-friendly EV owners! You can find free EV Charging Stations (EVCS) at 49 SM malls nationwide. As the largest network of EVCS, SM Supermalls makes powering up your E-Vehicle quick, convenient, and gives you access to countless activities and entertainment.

The in-mall charging stations support e-Vehicle brands such as Audi, BMW, Fiat, Ford, GMC, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Volkswagen, and Hyundai, among others.

Here are just a few of the activities you can enjoy while powering up your EVs at SM Supermalls.

Have a hearty meal at your favorite restaurant - or try something new!
SM Supermalls have numerous food options you can grab a bite from while waiting for your EV to charge. Dine in at your favorite restaurant, or be adventurous and try something new. Either way, you’re in for a treat, and maybe you’ll find yourself driving back to eat there again next time!

Discover a wide array of dining options at the SM Aura’s Food on Four, or enjoy a Korean Topokki feast at Dookki, located at SM City North EDSA, The Annex, 3rd Level.

Get your steps in by walking around the mall, and taking the perfect selfie!
SM Aura Premier and SM Megamall are well-known for their vast collection of destination shops, while SM City North EDSA boasts of its Sky Garden and Cyberzone, which has all the latest gadgets and gizmos. If you happen to be at SM Mall of Asia, you can enjoy the picturesque sunset at SM by the Bay while having a cup of coffee or any early dinner. There are a lot of places to discover at SM Supermalls, but if you just want to relax, you can get a massage, a facial, or maybe get your hair and nails done while you wait.

From the 3D screen and  Time Sculpture at SM Megamall, to salons and spas at SM Aura, to SM City North EDSA’s Cyberzone, and even sunset coffee at SM by the Bay or SM Mall of Asia, waiting for your EV to charge has never been a more exciting and worthwhile experience.

Catch up on the latest movie offerings!
Everyone knows watching a movie is the ultimate pastime, so why don’t you catch one while your EV is charging up? SM Cinemas have some of the latest blockbuster hits that you can choose from, with great snacks available at the Snack Bar. If you’re going to wait for your charging EV, spend it by keeping yourself entertained!

The SM Cinemas are the perfect place to unwind and enjoy some of the best films in comfort… and style!

Shop, shop, shop!
Time flies by when you are having fun, and what’s more fun than going shopping around The SM Store? Browse each floor for everything and anything you are interested in. Want a new pair of shoes? How about a brand new outfit for the next time you go out with family or friends? Or maybe you’re looking for items to spruce up your home - whatever it is, everything’s at SM!

Drop by The SM Store for good finds and great deals; whether it be fashion, lifestyle, or beauty!

SM Supermalls has a variety of options to choose from to make waiting more productive and fruitful. Next time you find that you need to charge your EV, head on to your nearest SM mall for an aweSM experience, without wasting a single minute of your time.

SM Supermalls’ EV Charging Stations support The SM Green Movement towards a greener planet. For more information on SM Supermalls’ sustainability efforts and a list of EV Charging Stations, visit www.smsupermalls.com and follow @smsupermalls on all social media accounts. (SM Supermalls PR)

SM, WMSU renews academic partnership

Aim to help students in internship programs, future job placements, and providing avenues for collaboration, learning, and mutual enrichment, SM City Mindpro sealed its academic partnership with Western Mindanao University (WMSU) anew on March 22.

The ceremonial signing of memorandum of agreement (MOA) was attended by Western Mindanao State University Academic Executives headed by its President, Dr. Ma. Carla Ochotorena; Vice President for Administration and Finance, Dr.  Joselito Madroñal; Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Nursia Barjose; Vice President for Research, Extension, and External Linkages, Dr. Joel Fernando; University and Board Secretary, Associate Prof. Al-Ghani Mohammad; University Legal Officer, and SM City Mindpro representatives led by its Mall Manager, Aileen Ann Villa-Enriquez; Senior Human Resources Manager, Allen Macaso, and alumni employees.

“In the ever-evolving landscape of academia, collaboration is the catalyst for innovation, growth, and the advancement of knowledge. Today, we are thrilled to formalize the renewal of partnership that not only expands our academic horizons, but also opens up new avenues for collaboration and mutual enrichment”, shared Aileen Ann Villa-Enriquez, SM City Mindpro Mall Manager.

Dr. Carla Ochotorena shared her elation knowing that SM employed 40% of its workforce who were WMSU graduates, stating further that the institution has produced globally competitive individuals. 

SM’s renewal of academic partnerships, participation in job fairs, and scholarship grants are just some of the many ways SM gives back to its community. With the recent collaboration, SM City Mindpro hopes to contribute to the community development in the city through academic linkages.

Tote-ally Awesome Deal Alert! Score a Free TOTE Bag with Your Coca-Cola Feast at SM Foodcourts!

Listen up, foodies and Coca-Cola fanatics! This is not a drill. We repeat, this is NOT a drill! SM Foodcourts are serving up a promo so good, you'll be cartwheeling (or maybe just waddling happily) to your nearest branch.

Choose green, get a reusable tote today! For every P499 single-receipt food purchase, you'll score a FREE tote bag – just by adding a 1.5L bottle of Coca-Cola or grabbing three of those refreshing 16oz cans. Yes, you read that right. Free. Tote. Bags. Be sure to tag along your friends and family for this tote-tastic feast.

This epic collab is happening at ALL SM Foodcourt locations nationwide, plus select Food Hall branches. Treat yourself to your favorite food court fare – think sizzling steak, overflowing halo-halo, or that perfect plate of Bibimbop – and walk away with a stylish tote that's #OOTD-worthy.

Here's the Tea on This Tote-ally Awesome Promo:

What you gotta grab: P499 single-receipt food purchase from your favorite SM Foodcourt or select Food Hall branch, PLUS a 1.5L bottle of Coca-Cola OR three (3) 16oz Coca-Cola cans.

•     What you get:A FREE tote bag! #SustainableQueens #SustainableKings
•     Where to find the TOTE:ALL SM Foodcourt locations and select Food Hall branches
•     When to snag this deal:From March 15th to April 28th, 2024. That's six weeks of tote-tastic feasting!

So, grab your squad and family, and hit up your nearest SM Foodcourt. Fill your belly with delicious food, quench your thirst with refreshing Coke, and walk away with a stylish new tote. This promo is guaranteed to be a total VIBE and make you say, "Tote-ally Worth It!" See you there!

Check SM Foodcourt socials for the complete promo details.

Time to Shine: Make Your Mark for Earth Hour at SM Malls

Small actions can make a big difference. This year, SM Supermalls invites everyone to #GiveAnHourForEarth by joining millions around the world in the annual Global Lights Switch Off on March 23 from 8:30pm to 9:30pm. This 2024, SM marks 16 years of commitment in supporting the annual campaign initiated by the  World Wildlife Fund (WWF) since its inception in the Philippines in 2008. You can make your mark too by participating in various eco-friendly activities across SM malls.

Mall goers are invited to take small actions and make a big difference during Earth Hour at SM malls.

Have fun raising awareness

At SM North EDSA, fan groups and the Philippine K-Pop Society will come together to illuminate the night with  light sticks during the Global Lights Switch Off, while participating in pre-concert activities from various booths,  including a plastic waste collection Idol Challenge. Unplug and unwind with an acoustic performance at SM City Manila or get pumped with a glow-in-the-dark Zumba party at SM City Pampanga.

Check out an SM mall near you for interactive activities on Earth Hour this March 23.

Shop and dine in the dark
Mall-goers can enjoy a candlelit dinner at participating restaurants, explore Green Retail Finds at the SM Store, or indulge in gadget-free entertainment at board game cafes and arts and crafts hubs. Customers can also check out solar light solutions at ACE Hardware or glow up while they power down with beauty and wellness treats at Watsons. More exclusive Earth Hour deals await via SM Deals, SM Malls Online, and at an SM mall near you.

Shop for a sustainable home, dine in the dark, and recycle with SM Supermalls.

Shop for a sustainable home, dine in the dark, and recycle with SM Supermalls.

Get moving and recycling

Promoting an active and sustainable lifestyle, customers are encouraged to walk or bike around the mall during Earth Hour. Furthermore, individuals can make a meaningful impact by dropping off recyclables at SM's plastic waste collection booths in partnership with Friends of HOPE, or by disposing of e-waste responsibly at designated collection bins located at Cyberzone or information booths.

Shop for a sustainable home, dine in the dark, and recycle with SM Supermalls.

Through the collective efforts of SM Supermalls, its tenants and customers in supporting Earth Hour in 2023, SM malls saved 4825.61 kwH of energy, equivalent to CO2 emissions from charging 417,940 smartphones.  Shoppers can make an impact and #GiveAnHourForEarth at SM malls, showcasing how raising awareness on the climate crisis can be a vibrant and enjoyable experience too.