Recycled Plastic Chairs from Milk Pouches: Promoting Resource Efficiency among Thai Youths
All Around Plastics has previously introduced the Waste-free Community Project, which seeks to cultivate the habit of using all resources to the greatest advantage, sorting waste to facilitate recycling, and converting scrap materials into something useful, which is a hallmark of the circular economy, as well as solve waste problems sustainably through the collaboration of…
How Mabchan Community Combats Drought: A Lesson in Sustainable Water Management for Local Communities
Drought is a serious issue for an agricultural country like Thailand, which was hit by the worst dry spell in 20 years at the turn of 2019 and 2020. In this issue of All Around Plastics, we will take you to Baan Mabchan Community in Klaeng District in the province of Rayong, whose successful and…
Innovative fibers from pineapple leaves and plastic waste – From waste and unused resources to unique local products
For the Saenyai Weaving Group, a textile community enterprise in Pluak Daeng District, Rayong, it all began when they made monk robes for an annual ceremony in 2013. Since then, they have succeeded in producing fabrics from fibers made from pineapple leaves, which are leftover resources from the agricultural sector, and are now developing new…
Commemorate His Majesty the King – Carrying on the Philosophy of Social Responsibility
Because sustainability is a goal for the modern world, taking responsibility for society and the environment is an important endeavor which we must undertake together, not only for the benefit of the world we live in but also to pass on a legacy of love and care to future generations. This is a core philosophy…
THE LIFESAVER™: Passing on safety practices to communities
Safety is a basic concern in our daily life. Because it takes only a slip, either resulting from force of habit or negligence, for accidents to happen, The LifesaverTM project has been initiated to raise safety awareness not just at workplace but also in daily life. The initiative has been a roaring success thanks to…
Baan Phet Chili Paste: Money-Making Recipe
Some consider it a condiment; others call it a side dish. Either way, chili paste is an undeniable staple in Thai pantries. Through a series of product development stages, Baan Phet Chili Paste has been elevated into a commercial product that has not only earned loyal customers in Thailand and the neighboring countries but…
Tan Batik: A Burgeoning Seawater-dyed Batik Community Enterprise
Ethnic fashion is trending and Thailand’s local products have captured the attention of some of the world’s biggest brands. This is a time for the local craftworks to shine. Community enterprises have the potential to empower communities and revitalize their cultural heritage. Rayong is home to one such project – “Tan Batik Community…
“From the Mountains … to the Sea” Adopting the King’s Philosophy for Sustainable Water Management
Aimed at encouraging communities to implement appropriate water management as well as fostering participation and self-reliance, “From the Mountains to the Sea” Water Conservation Project by SCG has adopted His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej’s water management approaches as guidance in creating water management models tailored to each location. By creating an accurate understanding of water…
When I Volunteered to Build Fish Homes by SCG Chemicals
I am one of those people who love going to the beach, especially those in the east not too far away from Bangkok. Just a couple of hours’ drive, and you’ll see the glittering sea and rolling waves against the clear blue sky. For my friends and I, one of our favorite destinations…
The Journey: Continuing HM the King’s Check Dam Construction Initiative across Thailand
Life is a requisite for life. Therefore, SCG has organized “The Journey: Continuing HM the King’s check dam construction initiative across Thailand” as part of the “SCG Conserving Water for Tomorrow” Project to continue the water conservation and management initiatives of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej. The project was divided into two phases. The first…
