Turning Rain into a Resource SM City Baguio Secures Water for the Future

As water security becomes an increasing concern across the Philippines SM City Baguio is showing how innovation and sustainability can work hand in hand.

The mall’s rainwater treatment facility captures and purifies rainwater into potable water helping secure a reliable water supply for its daily operations.

Despite frequent rainfall Baguio faces limited water availability. Water supply from the Baguio Water District is often rationed with some neighborhoods receiving water only twice a week forcing residents to rely on private water deliveries when supplies run out.

SM City Baguio’s advanced system collects rainwater treats it with high-quality filtration and stores it to produce up to 150 cubic meters of safe drinking water per day with the capacity to double production to 300 cubic meters daily.

This initiative reduces dependency on local water utilities while ensuring the mall can continue serving millions of visitors responsibly. More importantly it demonstrates that rainwater when managed intelligently can help solve urban water scarcity.

“We’ve always valued innovation and creativity in our malls and now we are applying it where it truly matters. SM City Baguio’s rainwater treatment facility proves that the right solutions can secure water for the future,” said SM Supermalls President Steven Tan.

Championing Water for Tomorrow

SM Prime’s Water for Tomorrow campaign promotes efficiency innovation resilience and awareness in water management supporting the wider sustainability efforts of the SM Green Movement. Beyond Baguio SM Prime’s initiatives include advanced water treatment facilities recycling systems and community engagement programs.

In 2024 SM Prime recorded a 26.23 percent increase in recycled water volume rising from 4.42 million cubic meters in 2023 to 5.59 million cubic meters.

The SM Green Movement’s Water for Tomorrow campaign continues to show how practical innovation can secure a sustainable future for businesses communities and the planet.