CSR Activities
Local Recycling Initiatives
Indorama Ventures Sparks Youth Innovation to Tackle Island and Ocean Plastic Waste
23rd June 2025
As part of our commitment to advancing circular economy and empowering the next generation, Indorama Ventures launched “Hack the Island” – a youth innovation camp focus on tackling plastic waste challenges in island communities through social innovation.
Over a two-month journey, more than 130 changemakers from across Thailand came together to develop practical solutions for local waste management, with an emphasis on recycling and PET bottle recovery.
Supported by mentors from Koh Tao, the Koh Tao Tourism Association, and education specialists, participants gained critical thinking, leadership, and hands-on skills. They learned about PET and recycling and were inspired to design creative, scalable solutions to protect marine and island ecosystems from plastic pollution.
A key highlight was when the winning team presented their project to the Mayor of Koh Tao, local businesses, and community leaders – receiving valuable feedback and opening the door to real-world implementation. Their idea is now being considered for real implementation on Koh Tao - proving that youth-led innovation can drive lasting change.
By planting seeds of circular thinking, we’re not just inspiring youth—we are empowering them to lead the change.
Winning Idea: Eco-Island App by Aqua Shield
Team Aqua Shield, a group of 18-year-old students from RMUTT Innovation Demonstration School stood out with Eco-Island—a smart, interactive app that makes environmental action both easy and rewarding.
The app features a smart trash map showing the nearest recycling bins. Users earn eco-points by dropping off recyclables, which can be redeemed for discounts at local hotels, restaurants, and attractions. Eco-Island also promotes events like clean-up races, highlights eco-tourism landmarks, and encourages lasting behavior change through waste separation tips, leveling-up rewards, and users rankings to keep people engaged.
It’s a smart blend of technology, education, and incentives—designed to make recycling easy, fun, and rewarding.
Indorama Ventures hands over waste separation teaching manual to BMA promoting environmental education in classrooms
27th May 2025
Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited, led by Miss Naweensuda Krabuanrat, Head of Global CSR, Global Recycling Education and Thai Advocacy provided 480 sets of the “Proper Waste Separation Teaching Manual” to the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration’s Education Bureau, received by Mr. Chadchart Suttipant, Governor of Bangkok Mr. Sanon Wangsrangboon, Deputy Governor of Bangkok and Mrs. Somrudee Lansucheep, Deputy Director of the Education Department, BMA at the Bangkok City Hall.
The manual is the result of a collaboration between Indorama Ventures and the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration under the Sustainable Plastic Waste Management project, which has been ongoing for over three years. The project promotes environmental awareness and sustainable waste management among students in all 437 schools under the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, aligning with its “Mai Te Ruam” waste sorting policy. Designed as a practical tool for teachers, the manual delivers accurate plastic waste management knowledge and fosters circular economy thinking among young people from elementary school to junior high school levels.
From Knowledge to Action: Indorama Ventures Promotes Recycling at Amata City Chonburi
5th February 2025
Ms. Naveensuda Krabuanrat, Vice President of Corporate Social Responsibility at Indorama Ventures, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Mr. Akkarate Chuchuay, Community Relations Advisor at Amata Corporation, to officially launch the “ReNoWaste: Eco-Friendly for a Sustainable Future” initiative. The signing ceremony was witnessed by Mr. Weerapong Duangpiboon, Director of Amata City Chonburi, and Mr. Sermpong Sukkho, Director of Amata City Rayong.
The initiative aims to promote PET bottle separation and recycling in collaboration with over 40 factories located in Amata’s industrial estates. The project targets the collection of 8 tons of used PET bottles, which will be transformed into recycled polyester yarn and sewn into school bags for donation to students. In addition, Indorama Ventures also hosted educational activities on plastic and recycling to raise awareness among participants and promote sustainable practices.
Celebrating Thailand’s Children’s Day with Purpose
On 11th January, Thailand’s Children’s Day, the Corporate CSR Team brought recycling to life through two engaging activities that inspired kids and families to adopt environmental responsibility.
At Riverside Plaza, young participants became “Waste Heroes” in an interactive activity designed to teach the importance of waste separation. Over 300 children joined, with more than 90% showing their understanding of recyclable and non-recyclable waste and pledging to separate waste at home. To celebrate their efforts, we distributed over 70 gifts, encouraging young changemakers to continue making a difference.
Simultaneously, at the Children’s Discovery Museum Bangkok (Chatuchak), our CSR and Sustainability team partnered with the KHUN Foundation and The Petroleum and Petrochemical College, Culalongkorn University, to host an edutainment program. Combing fun games and educational activities, the event attracted over 600 children and parents, raising awareness about PET recycling, waste separation, and climate change. Participants explored how proper waste management can combat global warming and support a circular economy through hands-on learning experiences.
These events reflect Indorama Ventures’ dedication to fostering sustainable practices and empowering future generations to drive positive change for a better, greener future.
