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Sustainability at Banpu

Sustainability Story

Our journey towards sustainability began with a simple yet profound commitment: to make a positive impact on the world. From the outset, we recognized the importance of integrating sustainable practices into every aspect of our operations.​

Sustainability Timeline

Since 1983, we have been dedicating to uphold sustainability by creating a responsible and sustainable balance between the environment, social and governance.

Sustainability
Governance

Sustainability Management

Materiality Matrix

Re-validation of Material Topics​

In 2022, the Company conducted a comprehensive materiality assessment, blending insights from global trends, industry peers, and the valuable perspectives of senior executives across the business units. Material topics derived from the assessment have been used for the 2022-2023 period. In 2023, the internal panel discussion was performed to refine the focus areas, notably combining “Community Development” with “Community Engagement” to streamline our approach. The outcome of this thorough process encapsulates 24 significant topics, with 13 identified as material to our operations and stakeholders.​

Partnership

Partnership School​

The Company has actively partnered with the Ministry of Education and various private sector entities, dedicating efforts to bolster educational infrastructure across schools. This collaboration focuses on enhancing school administration, boosting academic performance, and equipping students with essential future-ready skills. The Company has extended support to 3 schools in Khon Kaen, Maha Sarakham, and Roi Et provinces.

In 2023, to ensure these improvements are sustainable, the Company has concentrated on several key activities over the year. These include elevating academic and innovation standards, advancing technology and IT infrastructure, improving English language proficiency, developing vocational and life skills, fostering a learning community, and laying down strategies for the continuity of learning skills.

Banpu Table Tennis Club

Banpu Table Tennis Club (BTTC) was founded in early 2008, marking the commitment to nurturing Thai table tennis talent. The support encompasses daily training, sponsorship for national and international competitions, and organizing various activities to cultivate score values such as morality, ethics, discipline, harmony, and the volunteer spirit of the club members.

In 2023, a standout event was “Youth Camp for Dreaming of Uttaradit’s Table Tennis, Away from Drugs” held in Uttaradit Province. This inspirational camp attracted 65 youths who were coached by 30 experienced trainers. This initiative proved to be engaging and received favorable feedback from the local community.

B. Hack 2023 and B.Connxt

B.Hack 2023 and B.Connxt are business case competitions organized by fourth-year students from Chulalongkorn School of Integrated Innovation (ScII), under the supervision of the Company. The events aim to inspire young entrepreneurs from various universities to tackle global challenges through innovation.

B.Hack 2023: Decoding Sustainability

In early 2023, B.Hack engaged 150 students across 38 teams in the “Decoding Sustainability” theme. After an intensive selection and coaching process, 20 finalist teams were chosen, culminating in a pitch presentation on April 1, 2023.

B.Connxt: Decentralization

Later in the year, B.Connxt adopted the theme of “Decentralization” which took place in November 2023. Initially attracting 59 ideas from 180 participants, the event was narrowed down to 11 finalists after rigorous grooming. Winners were awarded 50,000 THB, with second and third places receiving 30,000 THB and 20,000 THB, respectively. 

Cold Relief Efforts in Northern Thailand

In January 2023, the northern region experienced harsh winter conditions, deeply affecting the local residents. The Company collaborated with local government authorities and the “Help Keeper, Volunteer People” group in donating 2,000 sweaters, with a total value of 500,000 THB, to communities across Tha Song Yang District in Tak Province, as well as Fang and Mae Chaem Districts in Chiang Mai Province.

Power Green Camp

In partnership with the Faculty of Environment and Resources Studies at Mahidol University, the Company hosted the “18th Power Green Camp” under the “Environmental Science – Learn to Practice” theme. In October 2023, the camp embraced the theme “Waste Warriors, Mission to Save the World: Green Cloud – Green Tech – Green Influencer”, focusing on innovative approaches to waste management.

The camp brought together 50 high school and vocational college students selected from 48 schools across 30 provinces. Participants embarked on a learning journey about waste management from inception to disposal. The camp concluded with the environmental science group project competition, allowing students to showcase their innovative solutions to the camp committee and the public. This camp empowered young individuals to tackle real-world waste issues collaboratively with local communities. 

Empowerment of People with Disabilities

The Company acknowledges the significance of inclusivity and empowerment for people with disabilities by employing visually impaired masseurs and facilitating direct donations to the fund to empower persons with disabilities. Additionally, the Company collaborates with government agencies to create employment opportunities for persons with disabilities to work in communities.