The future of mobility is indeed electric, but the transition to EVs is not without its challenges, primarily of which is finding a place to charge.

Gas stations can be found on nearly every street corner, but charging stations are few and far between, which makes it tough for EV owners to operate their vehicles. Luckily though, one of the country’s largest mall operators, SM Supermalls, is working to change that.

With the recent completion of charging stations at SM City Lucena, SM City Rosales, and SM City Sucat, the mall giant now operates a total of 111 Electric Vehicle Charging Stations (EVCS) across 62 malls nationwide—with more chargers soon to rise at SM City Novaliches, SM City Batangas, and SM Center Las Piñas by the end of September.

SM Supermalls aims to end the year with 75 charger-equipped malls, and with this the company will have the largest rollout of EVCS, demonstrating an active contribution to a cleaner and healthier environment by reducing the country’s carbon emissions.

This expansion underscores SM Supermalls’ strategic focus on supporting the growing EV market in the Philippines. By providing convenient and accessible charging infrastructure, the company aims to encourage more Filipinos to adopt EVs as a sustainable transportation option.

To make EV ownership even more attractive, SM Supermalls offers charging services free of charge at all EVCS locations, significantly reducing operating costs for EV owners. Since the project began in 2022, more than 10,123 unique users have visited 62 malls, and a total of 357,874kWh of electricity has been provided for free.

This cost-effective approach is expected to drive increased adoption of EVs, which in turn will contribute to the national government’s Republic Act 11697 (Electric Vehicle Industry Development Act) for EV industry development.

The company’s investment in EVCS infrastructure demonstrates its commitment to sustainability and to its role in promoting a greener future for the Philippines. This aligns with the SM Group’s goal of achieving lower carbon emissions through the transition to environmentally friendly transport alternatives.

Moreover, SM Supermalls’ dedication to sustainability extends beyond EV charging. The company is actively exploring and implementing various eco-friendly initiatives across its malls to create a more sustainable future for all.

By providing a robust EVCS network and embracing sustainable practices, SM Supermalls is positioning itself as a leader in corporate social responsibility and a catalyst for positive change in the Philippines.

Experience the future of sustainable mobility firsthand at any of the over 60 SM malls equipped with Electric Vehicle Charging Stations today.

This branded article was produced in partnership with SM Supermalls.