{"id":3091,"date":"2024-06-19T06:29:44","date_gmt":"2024-06-19T06:29:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.smprime.com\/sustainability\/?p=3091"},"modified":"2024-07-16T07:11:23","modified_gmt":"2024-07-16T07:11:23","slug":"the-journey-begins-together-for-a-smwastefreefuture","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.smprime.com\/sustainability\/the-journey-begins-together-for-a-smwastefreefuture\/","title":{"rendered":"The Journey Begins: Together for a #SMWasteFreeFuture"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"3091\" class=\"elementor elementor-3091\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-69710611 e-con-full elementor-hidden-tablet_extra elementor-hidden-tablet elementor-hidden-mobile e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"69710611\" data-element_type=\"container\" 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(SM Prime), one of the leading integrated property developers in Southeast Asia,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> embarks on a unified waste management and segregation campaign in response to the growing global crises on waste.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a united show of support, SM Prime brings all its property groups and stakeholders toward an <\/span><b>#SMWasteFreeFuture<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for the launch at the SM Mall of Asia.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The #SMWasteFreeFuture program promotes behavioral changes in waste management through effective waste segregation via Recyclable, Disposable, Compostable, or RDC. It aims to achieve two primary objectives: (1) Reduce Overall Waste Generation by implementing effective waste segregation practices, and 2) Enhance Waste Diversion Rate by diverting a greater proportion of waste away from landfills through recycling, composting, and other sustainable disposal methods.<\/span><\/p><p><b>A Show of Support<\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During the launch, SM Supermalls Vice President for Compliance, Ms. Liza B. Silerio, welcomed the attendees and stressed het importance of segregation at source for supporting a circular economy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cWe, at SM, stand in solidarity with this global movement. We are committed to a unified waste management and segregation campaign that involves all our property groups and stakeholders, propelling us toward a Waste-Free Future here at SM.\u201d she said.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For a waste program to work, it will involve collaborative efforts in all sectors. Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Secretary Toni Yulo-Loyzaga, gave her message of support through her representative, Atty. Jonas Leones, DENR Undersecretary for Policy, Planning and International Affairs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cWe have made significant strides toward a shared goal for a more sustainable future. With programs such as the #SMWasteFreeFuture campaign that helps raise awareness and encourage participation for more businesses to reduce waste generation and contribute to waste diversion rate, I am optimistic that the Philippines will reach the EPR target of recovering and diverting 80% of plastics by 2028,\u201d he said.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><b>The Countdown to a #SMWasteFreeFuture<\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Addressing the audience, Sustainability Champion and SM Engineering Design and Development Corporation President Hans &#8220;Chico&#8221; T. Sy, Jr. emphasized, \u201cWe have to be open to new ways of doing things and of putting into action every little step that\u2019s crucial for advancing waste management solutions,\u201d he said<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cThis is a small step in a long journey. This is a learning process and it will not be perfect. We highly encourage all of you to give us feedback,\u201d he said. Sy further emphasizes that, \u201cThis project is not specific to one organization, but one that belongs to an entire society. We welcome everyone to practice this in their everyday lives.\u201d<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sy encourages the youth and the audience. \u201cNow it\u2019s up to you and every individual here in attendance, to embrace the cause of change. We are given the opportunity to work on the biggest problems of our community when the planet truly needs it. Let\u2019s not waste this opportunity,\u201d he said.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The highlight of the MOA launch was a live countdown with the symbolic press of a button onstage by Mr. Hans \u201cChico\u201d Sy, Mr. Steven Tan, DENR USEC Atty. Leones, and Ms. Liza B. Silerio, that green lighted the renowned MOA Globe to signal the start of a journey for an #SMWasteFreeFuture.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><b>About #SMWasteFreeFuture<\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">#SMWasteFreeFuture is the company\u2019s waste strategy to encourage green practices in resource management, environmental impact, and most importantly, the social well-being of the community for a waste-free world.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">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.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To learn more about #SMWasteFreeFuture and RDC, visit the site: <a href=\"http:\/\/MANILA \u2013 June 5, 2024, World Environment Day. SM Prime Holdings, Inc. (SM Prime), one of the leading integrated property developers in Southeast Asia, embarks on a unified waste management and segregation campaign in response to the growing global crises on waste. In a united show of support, SM Prime brings all its property groups and stakeholders toward an #SMWasteFreeFuture for the launch at the SM Mall of Asia. The #SMWasteFreeFuture program promotes behavioral changes in waste management through effective waste segregation via Recyclable, Disposable, Compostable, or RDC. It aims to achieve two primary objectives: (1) Reduce Overall Waste Generation by implementing effective waste segregation practices, and 2) Enhance Waste Diversion Rate by diverting a greater proportion of waste away from landfills through recycling, composting, and other sustainable disposal methods. A Show of Support During the launch, SM Supermalls Vice President for Compliance, Ms. Liza B. Silerio, welcomed the attendees and stressed het importance of segregation at source for supporting a circular economy. \u201cWe, at SM, stand in solidarity with this global movement. We are committed to a unified waste management and segregation campaign that involves all our property groups and stakeholders, propelling us toward a Waste-Free Future here at SM.\u201d she said. For a waste program to work, it will involve collaborative efforts in all sectors. Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Secretary Toni Yulo-Loyzaga, gave her message of support through her representative, Atty. Jonas Leones, DENR Undersecretary for Policy, Planning and International Affairs. \u201cWe have made significant strides toward a shared goal for a more sustainable future. With programs such as the #SMWasteFreeFuture campaign that helps raise awareness and encourage participation for more businesses to reduce waste generation and contribute to waste diversion rate, I am optimistic that the Philippines will reach the EPR target of recovering and diverting 80% of plastics by 2028,\u201d he said. The Countdown to a #SMWasteFreeFuture Addressing the audience, Sustainability Champion and SM Engineering Design and Development Corporation President Hans &quot;Chico&quot; T. Sy, Jr. emphasized, \u201cWe have to be open to new ways of doing things and of putting into action every little step that\u2019s crucial for advancing waste management solutions,\u201d he said \u201cThis is a small step in a long journey. This is a learning process and it will not be perfect. We highly encourage all of you to give us feedback,\u201d he said. Sy further emphasizes that, \u201cThis project is not specific to one organization, but one that belongs to an entire society. We welcome everyone to practice this in their everyday lives.\u201d Sy encourages the youth and the audience. \u201cNow it\u2019s up to you and every individual here in attendance, to embrace the cause of change. We are given the opportunity to work on the biggest problems of our community when the planet truly needs it. Let\u2019s not waste this opportunity,\u201d he said. The highlight of the MOA launch was a live countdown with the symbolic press of a button onstage by Mr. Hans \u201cChico\u201d Sy, Mr. Steven Tan, DENR USEC Atty. Leones, and Ms. Liza B. Silerio, that green lighted the renowned MOA Globe to signal the start of a journey for an #SMWasteFreeFuture. About #SMWasteFreeFuture #SMWasteFreeFuture is the company\u2019s waste strategy to encourage green practices in resource management, environmental impact, and most importantly, the social well-being of the community for a waste-free world. 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. To learn more about #SMWasteFreeFuture and RDC, visit the site: https:\/\/www.smprime.com\/sustainability\/smwastefreefuture\/\" data-wplink-url-error=\"true\"><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\">https:\/\/www.smprime.com\/sustainability\/smwastefreefuture\/<\/span>\u00a0<\/a><\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c829555 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"c829555\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.23.0 - 15-07-2024 *\/\n.elementor-widget-image{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image a{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image a img[src$=\".svg\"]{width:48px}.elementor-widget-image img{vertical-align:middle;display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"342\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smprime.com\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/unnamed-15.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-3092\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smprime.com\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/unnamed-15.jpg 512w, https:\/\/www.smprime.com\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/unnamed-15-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f0998db elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f0998db\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ms. Liza Silerio, USEC Atty. Leones, Mr Hans \u201cChico\u201d Sy, Jr., and Mr. Steven T. Tan, pressing the green light for a #SMWasteFreeFuture<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-96aa396 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"96aa396\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8946264 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"8946264\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2b07656 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"2b07656\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"341\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smprime.com\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/unnamed-16.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-3093\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smprime.com\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/unnamed-16.jpg 512w, https:\/\/www.smprime.com\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/unnamed-16-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-05a7d2f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"05a7d2f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Generation Restoration: A community towards a #SMWasteFreeFuture. SM Supermalls tenants showing their support while holding up their RDC posters. <\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b60642e e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"b60642e\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-808cbbe e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"808cbbe\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3509de0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"3509de0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"342\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smprime.com\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/unnamed-17.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-3094\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smprime.com\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/unnamed-17.jpg 512w, https:\/\/www.smprime.com\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/unnamed-17-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c7a0c8f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c7a0c8f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Award-winning actress, singer, Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and founder of Planet CORA, Antoinette Taus, gave her message of support and treated the audience to her rendition of Heal the World.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f957e49 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"f957e49\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"341\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smprime.com\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/unnamed-18.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-3095\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smprime.com\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/unnamed-18.jpg 512w, https:\/\/www.smprime.com\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/unnamed-18-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4fc5010 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4fc5010\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bin it right! Mallgoer throwing her plastic water bottle in the Recyclable bin.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d5a3cd6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"d5a3cd6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"341\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smprime.com\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/unnamed-19.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-3096\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smprime.com\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/unnamed-19.jpg 512w, https:\/\/www.smprime.com\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/unnamed-19-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5a22b21 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5a22b21\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mallgoers can also head to their nearest Cyberzone areas to dispose their old gadgets and electronic waste properly. 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