As the world switches off for Earth Hour, Ayala Malls is thrilled to share its dedication for sustainability that goes beyond just one hour.
Green Cooling
Even in the intense tropical summer months, mallgoers to any Ayala Mall will enjoy a cool and comfortable environment, thanks to advanced chilled water systems that keep the temperature just right while being kind to the planet.
Ayala Malls’ innovative cooling systems use chilled water plants to absorb excess heat from the buildings, providing consistent cooling. Instead of relying solely on fresh municipal water, Ayala Malls has adopted water recycling initiatives to conserve water and minimize environmental impact, making their cooling systems sustainable and eco-friendly.
Through a dedicated sewage treatment plant, Ayala Malls treats wastewater from sinks, restrooms, toilets, and merchants’ kitchens. This treated water is then reused in cooling towers, helping to keep the malls cool.
By recycling water, Ayala Malls not only minimizes pollution and environmental impact but also reduces its carbon footprint by saving energy and resources needed for fresh water. This ensures a reliable water supply even during summer or water shortages.
This approach also helps Ayala Malls meet Green Building Standards like LEED and comply with government water conservation regulations. It cuts down on water consumption and costs. Plus, it lowers maintenance costs and reduces breakdowns in cooling systems by decreasing scaling and corrosion.
From Waste to Worth
Beyond water conservation, Ayala Malls is also committed to reducing waste and promoting a circular economy. Ayala Malls’ partnership with Chop Value Philippines recycles used chopsticks from the Malls’ food courts into furniture and other pieces. In just 8 months, the program has recycled over 4.7 million pieces of chopsticks and repurposed into coffee and side tables, wooden trays, and rustic drink coasters.
The company also works with Green Trident to keep waste from landfills through a circular waste management disposal system where clean dry plastics are recycled and repurposed into Poly AL Pro boards, an eco-friendly alternative to wood and cement, and Papel ni Juan for multi-use bond papers. In 2024, over 32,000 clean dry plastics have been collected, and 2025 is off to an amazing start with 15,000 plastics collected in the first 2 months.
“At Ayala Malls, we believe that sustainability is not just a responsibility, but an opportunity,” says Paul Birkett, Ayala Malls Chief Operating Officer. “Our advanced chilled water systems that operate with recycled water not only make our malls more environment-friendly but also more competitive and resilient. In addition, we are actively pursuing partnerships to recycle waste and promote a circular economy, diverting materials from landfills and repurposing them for new uses. Best of all, we are conserving resources for other important sectors as we take a big leap forward in our journey to our sustainability goals as a company.”
Ayala Malls’ sustainability programs are in sync with Ayala Land’s goal to hit carbon neutrality by 2030 and net zero emissions by 2050 – showing the commitment to building sustainable and thriving communities for the future.
Come join Ayala Malls in celebrating Earth Hour and participate in creating a greener, more sustainable future for everyone.
For more information, visit Ayala Malls at www.ayalamalls.com and on social media at facebook.com/AyalaMalls360, Instagram @iloveayalamalls, and Tiktok @iloveayalamalls.
