Environmental Management in the Industrial Sector
Goal
Achieving Environmental Management Goals in the Industrial Sector
The company places importance on improving and developing production processes to achieve effective results and reduce environmental impacts, including energy management and waste management, to create a holistic and environmentally friendly process.
Stakeholders
Employees, Customers, Shareholders, Business Partners, Communities/Society, Government Agencies, Standard Development Organizations
Operational results
Waste separation following the 3R principles
Orphan waste delivered to authorities for conversion into RDF fuel
Damaged steel cans cleaned and reused for dishwashing liquid storage
Adhesive boxes reused for further purposes
Improvement of environmentally friendly production structureGRI 302-4
Ongoing projects
- Converted hot oil to boiler with temperature control valve installation for MT301 and MT302 production to reduce waste
- Installed cyclone system in BC301 adhesive packing line to reduce noise and dust pollution
- Replaced diesel with LPG in hot oil boiler to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from combustion
- Installed semi-auto container arranging and feeding machine for 8-head filler to improve efficiency
- Added insulation to chiller to extend lifespan and reduce refilling of high emission factor refrigerants
Other plans and projects in 2025
- Installed dust collector to reduce and trap dust from solvent-based adhesive production process
- Installed dry scrubber to reduce vapor and odor from SVBA production to prevent pollution and community complaints
- Replaced motors of adhesive production tanks and pumps with explosion-proof motors
- Overhauled cooling tower in Production Line 3 to increase operational efficiency, reduce energy consumption, and lower greenhouse gas emissions
Air pollution control
To ensure that waste from the production process and company activities is properly controlled and complies with regulations to reduce environmental pollution, protect biological systems, and prevent impacts on workers and nearby communities.
Goal
Air pollution does not exceed the limits set by the government agencies
Action plans
The company has implemented odor control from the production process by operating a closed system as much as possible to prevent the spread of odors from production and minimize disturbance to surrounding communities. The company also prioritizes the maintenance of machinery and equipment that are sources of air pollution to ensure efficient operation with minimal pollution. Additionally, the company has installed effective and appropriate air pollution management systems.
Operational results
The company has conducted air quality measurements in the workplace and at air emission points, and the measurement results consistently comply with legal requirements.
Waste and Waste ManagementGRI 306-1, 306-2
Goal
- Reduce the volume of production process waste sent to landfill by 3% in 2026 compared to the 2021 baseline.
- Reduce the amount of hazardous waste from production processes by 3% in 2026 compared to the 2024 baseline.
- Achieve 100% proper waste separation according to the 3R principle.
Non-Hazardous Waste Management
The company places importance on and strictly complies with the law in managing waste, continuously adhering to the 3R principles of waste management: Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle.
Orphaned Waste Management
The company participated in the orphan waste separation program with Nong Khaem District Office. Employees received training from experts at the Environmental Research Institute, Chulalongkorn University, to enhance proper waste separation practices. The company also initiated the 'Orphan Waste Project' internally.
Action plans
- Communicate and disseminate knowledge to employees within the organization.
- Improve waste storage areas and disposal points within the company premises by clearly zoning with colors for easier operations.
- Collect data monthly by the responsible team to verify understanding of waste segregation and proper disposal by type, aiming to achieve the company's 100% target.
Operational results
The amount of orphan waste sorted in Q4-2023
Recyclable Waste Management
In 2024, the company continued to conduct activities and internal communications to educate employees on waste separation since 2022. The aim is to reduce resource consumption, decrease waste volume, and mitigate environmental issues. Although recyclable waste decreased in 2024 compared to 2023, the company remains committed to waste separation initiatives and continues to educate all employees on proper sorting.
Action plans
In 2024, the company participated in the 'Waste to Merit' project with Wat Chak Daeng, donating a total of 220 kilograms of Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) bottles, which were recycled into approximately 400 pieces of monk robes or around 100 sets of robes.
Operational results
Results of waste separation following the 3R principles
Hazardous Waste Management
The company sets targets for the amount of hazardous waste generated from the production process and has reviewed waste management and control. It establishes procedures for handling, collecting, and disposing of both non-hazardous and hazardous waste, as well as providing employees with the necessary knowledge for proper understanding.
Action plans
The company has conducted air quality measurements in the workplace and at air emission points, and the measurement results consistently comply with legal requirements.
Operational results
Hazardous waste volume disposed via landfill
Circular Economy
Adhesive waste from the production process is reused in manufacturing
The company has recycled a total of 1,211 kilograms of adhesive waste from the production process through a transformation process, reusing it as raw material for manufacturing quality products that meet standards and are marketable, accounting for 19% of the total raw materials.
Operational results
Damaged steel cans cleaned and reused for dishwashing liquid packaging
Adhesive boxes repurposed for further use
Percentage of pallets in the factory reused in the production cycle
Packaging made from recycled materials
Electricity and Energy ManagementGRI 302-1, 302-3, 302-5
Goal
By 2026, achieve a 5% reduction in electricity usage compared to the 2021 baseline.
Action plans
- Promoting the use of clean energy by replacing fluorescent lamps around the factory and company perimeter with LED solar cell lamps that use clean energy.
- Campaign to change employees' behavior in using energy and resources efficiently.
- Replacing air conditioning systems with inverter-type units to save electricity in office work areas.
Operational results
Reduction in electricity usage compared to the 2021 baseline
Water ManagementGRI 303-5
The company has established wastewater management procedures to ensure that all wastewater generated from internal activities is controlled from the point of origin to disposal, including collection and discharge outside the factory. The company conducts regular wastewater quality checks every year by external environmental monitoring services.
Goal
The long-term goal is to reduce the water usage rate by 10% by 2026 compared to the 2021 baseline.
Operational results
Reduction in water usage rate compared to the base year 2021
Wastewater Quality ManagementGRI 303-2
The company has established wastewater management procedures to ensure that all wastewater generated from internal activities is controlled and monitored. The quality of wastewater is regularly checked every year by external environmental monitoring services.
Water Management System
- Non-contaminated water from consumption and domestic use is separated for treatment to be reused (2.5 MB-6 months).
- Contaminated water from production, research and development rooms, area cleaning, and employee hand-washing points is collected for external treatment.
- Rainwater through rain gutters without contamination.
- Campaigns and awareness-raising activities on water conservation are conducted continuously.
Wastewater Management
All wastewater from the production process is collected and stored in covered containers at designated points for disposal by companies licensed by the Department of Industrial Works and in compliance with legal regulations.
Action plans
From 2020 to 2024, the company has managed to reduce wastewater volume from the water-based adhesive (WBA) production process by sorting production containers according to product type and planning to produce the same or related product groups, resulting in a continuous reduction in wastewater (washing water from the adhesive production process) since 2020.
Operational results
Reduction in water usage rate compared to the base year 2021
Beautiful Backyard Project: Landscaping Improvement Behind the Zealick Factory
Before Improvement
After Improvement
Other commitments
Adaptation to Climate Change
Reduce total greenhouse gas emissions (Scope 1 และ 2) by 10% from the 2020 baseline
The company places great importance on climate change issues and is preparing to cope with emerging environmental regulations that may impact operations. The company emphasizes greenhouse gas management and has joined projects with the Thailand Greenhouse Gas Management Organization (TGO) to obtain certifications for the Carbon Footprint for Organization (CFO) and Carbon Footprint for Products (CFP).