SM Prime Expands EV Push With 131 Charging Stations, Plans 50 More in 2025

SM Prime Holdings, Inc. (SM Prime), one of Southeast Asia’s largest integrated property developers, is ramping up its push for sustainable mobility with 131 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations installed across its nationwide portfolio as of first quarter of 2025.

The company plans to add at least 50 more within the year, reinforcing its commitment to green infrastructure and clean transport.

SM Prime has strategically deployed EV charging stations across its malls and office developments to support low-emission transport.

Future installations are also planned for its residential communities and leisure estates, making sustainable mobility more accessible across its integrated property portfolio.

As a Department of Energy-accredited Electric Vehicle Charging Station (EVCS) Provider-Operator, SM Prime ensures its facilities comply with national standards and safety protocols, positioning the company as a leading enabler of the country’s EV transition.

“Integrating sustainable practices into our operations is a core part of SM Prime’s long-term strategy,” said Jeffrey C. Lim, SM Prime president. “Through this initiative, we are also supporting the government’s vision for an inclusive and future-ready EV ecosystem.”

The Department of Energy’s (DOE) roadmap targets a 25% EV share in the passenger vehicle market by 2030, rising to 50% by 2040, and aims to deploy a sufficient number of charging stations nationwide from 2023 to 2040.

SM Prime is in full support of DOE’s program to have a cleaner and healthier environment by reducing the country’s carbon emissions.

With its vast footprint and continued investments in integrated property developments and green technologies, SM Prime is emerging as a central player in the Philippines’ low-carbon future.

The company’s expanding EV charging network also underscores its role in transforming the country’s transport landscape and fostering climate-resilient urban development.

“We are focused on making sustainability practical and accessible. Expanding our EV charging network is one way we are enabling Filipinos to adopt greener habits as part of daily life,” Lim said.