SM City Baguio's rainwater treatment facility: A Sustainable Development to Resource Management
SM City Baguio's groundbreaking rainwater treatment facility (RTF) utilizes a rigorous six-step treatment process with real-time monitoring, ensuring processed water always adheres to potability requirements. SM City Baguio is making a significant impact in Sustainable water management with its innovative rainwater treatment facility (RTF). Since its launched in July 2023, the facility has already processed over 17,111.80 cubic meters of rainwater – equivalent to 7 Olympic-size swimming pools, or enough to fill over 6,800 standard water tankers – into potable water for the SM mall’s operations and for their lessees’ use. This initiative supplements the mall's water supply from the Baguio Water District and significantly contributes to the city's water security and the safety of its residents. Located at the mall’s basement level, the RTF provides 30% of the mall’s total monthly average requirement for clean water that is safe for consumption and food preparation. "
