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Embracing a Greener Lifestyle: SM Store's Sustainability Efforts

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— 2 min read

As the world grapples with climate change, adopting a greener lifestyle has become a vital step towards mitigating its impact. SM Store's extensive collection of eco-friendly products makes it easier for Filipinos to join the fight against climate change while being budget-friendly. The store's green home essentials, such as bamboo linen products and natural fiber home organizers, are reasonably priced and sustainably sourced. Furniture crafted by local artisans and green gardening tools also contribute to reducing the environmental impact.

Key Takeaways:

  • SM Store offers a wide range of green home essentials, including bamboo linen products, natural fiber home organizers, and furniture crafted by local artisans, all reasonably priced and sustainably sourced.
  • The store's Green Finds portfolio features over 16,000 sustainable products from participating retail affiliates, educating consumers about the benefits and impact of a greener lifestyle.
  • Customers can also find clean beauty products at SM Beauty, packaged using 100% recycled plastic, and eco-conscious handcrafted items at Kultura, made from locally sourced raw materials.
  • SM Store's Green Finds program aims to empower consumers to shop with a purpose, creating a lasting impact on the planet's well-being.
  • The store's Assistant Vice President for Marketing, PR and Sustainability, Watsons Philippines, Sharon Decapia, highlights the importance of clean beauty products in supporting an eco-conscious lifestyle.
  • ACE Hardware Business Unit Head Bernardo Ong notes that sustainability starts with conscious choices, making intentional shopping a seamless experience.

Statistics:

  • Over 16,000 sustainable products are offered through SM Store's Green Finds program.
  • SM Store's green products are reasonably priced, making it easier for consumers to adopt a greener lifestyle.
  • 100% of clean beauty products at SM Beauty are packaged using recycled plastic.
  • Green gardening tools at SM Store are made from biodegradable materials made from wood powder and rice or corn husks.

Sources:

  • Janice Yang, SM Home Business Unit Head, "We are proud of SM Home's Green Finds portfolio such as the Bamboo linens, which are popular with our customers."
  • Bernardo Ong, ACE Hardware Business Unit Head, "Sustainability starts with conscious choices. With ACE Express at SM Store, intentional shopping becomes a seamless experience."
  • Sharon Decapia, AVP for Marketing, PR and Sustainability, Watsons Philippines, "When it comes to self-care, we should try clean beauty products to support a more eco-conscious lifestyle."
  • Emily Koa, Marketing Head of Body Shop, "Our clean flake labels reflect the imperfect shapes, natural colors, and sizes of our wonderful ingredients. What's more, our packaging is made of 100% recycled plastic."
  • Sheila Tan, Kultura Operations Head, "With the environmental challenges facing our world, more and more consumers are favoring brands that make an effort to value sustainability."

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