Siam Piwat Reinforces Its Commitment as an Environmental Role Model by Partnering with Its Allies to Host World Environment Day Activities, Transforming Waste Materials into a Creative and Eco-Conscious Fashion Show at “Citizen of Earth by Siam Piwat Presents The Celebration: Love Earth”
Siam Piwat Group reaffirms its position as an environmental role model organization by partnering with its eco-system collaborators to connect businesses with people, society, and the environment while creating a positive impact by restoring and passing on a livable world. In collaboration with Bangkok Pride, Drag Bangkok, and Miss Trans Thailand, Siam Piwat will host the "Citizen of Earth by Siam Piwat Presents The Celebration: Love Earth" event on World Environment Day, June 5th of each year. This year, as part of the Bangkok Pride Festival 2024, organized by Bangkok Pride and the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration to promote diversity, equality, and inclusion during Pride Month, "Citizen of Earth by Siam Piwat Presents The Celebration: Love Earth" will feature a creative eco-friendly fashion show, that showcases designs by LGBTQIAN+ groups and renowned designers, using ONESIAM water cans as the primary material for clothing and accessories. There will also be a discussion forum on the environment titled "The Celebration: Love Earth, Weaving Love for Our World" on June 4, 2024, from 14:00 to 17:00 hours at SCBX Next Tech, 4th Floor, Siam Paragon.
Siam Piwat Group, a leading property and retail developer known for global destinations like Siam Paragon, Siam Center, and Siam Discovery (alongside joint ventures ICONSIAM, ICS, and Siam Premium Outlets Bangkok), is implementing a comprehensive 360-degree waste management policy. This initiative aims to transform the company into a zero-waste organization. The ONESIAM Drinking Water Project is another key step in Siam Piwat's journey to reduce landfill waste by 50% by 2030 and achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
Ms. Naratipe Ruttapradid, Chief Operating Officer, Siam Piwat Co., Ltd. stated “In collaboration with our environmentally passionate partners, we are proud to present this event, leveraging a Co-Creation strategy and a Creating Shared Values approach by utilizing ONESIAM aluminum beverage cans (100% recyclable), and other existing recyclable materials to create something valuable. With the creativity of the LGBTQIAN+ community and the collaboration of expert upcycling artists, we have transformed these materials into a fashion show that aims to raise awareness about the growing environmental crisis and promote sustainable consumption practices.
Siam Piwat goes beyond business to become an environmental leader, integrating eco-conscious practices into every facet of our operations. We promote the mindful use of resources and maximize their reuse through our waste management strategy, guided by the principles of "Choose, Use, Separate, and Create." We are developing a comprehensive waste management system and collaborating with partners across various sectors to enhance knowledge and establish best practices that serve as a model for other organizations. We also encourage Thai citizens, particularly those living in Bangkok and surrounding areas, to actively participate and play a crucial role in effective waste management through our Recycle Collection Center (RCC). In 2023, we successfully recycled and upcycled over 4,000 kilograms of waste, reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 8,000 kilograms of carbon dioxide equivalent, which is comparable to planting 860 trees.”
“The Citizen of Earth by Siam Piwat presents The Celebration: Love Earth” offers a range of activities, including:
- An eco-friendly fashion show showcasing the concept of Upcycle, conveying ideas for transforming ONESIAM water cans and various waste materials into creative works. The designs were created by "Jaran Kongman," an LGBTQIAN+ fashion designer, and the fashion show will be performed by "Tutanarit" from the Bangkok Pride group. There will also be eco-friendly fashion shows by Drag Bangkok and representatives of the Miss Trans Thailand 2024 contestants. The finale will feature a collection designed by "Vichulada Pantharanuwong," an artist who creates works from waste materials. She transformed ONESIAM water cans and various scrap materials into a complete set of clothes and accessories
- The Environmental Discussion Forum under the theme "The Celebration: Love Earth - Weaving Love for Our World" will feature speakers from various fields, including Araya Indra, a fashion professor at the Faculty of Decorative Arts, Silpakorn University, and a pioneer in sustainable fashion; Kamolnaat Ongwandee, the coordinator of the Fashion Renovation Network Thailand; Siriporn Srioram, a scientist and climate change activist championing the 30X30 Global Coalition in Thailand; Cendie Moly, a trash collector dedicated to environmental conservation; and Dr. Itthikorn Srijarnban, CEO of Sthanee Recycle Wongpanit Suvarnabhumi Co., Ltd. These experts will join the panel to discuss and exchange ideas on innovative solutions and projects that can help reduce our environmental impact. The seminar also aims to promote awareness and understanding of the importance of sustainable environmental care among people of all ages and genders. Those interested can register for the forum at www.facebook.com/bangkokpride.official. Limited seats are available. under the concept of "A Post-Apocalyptic," inspired by the twisted and distorted nature that occurs after the world is destroyed. The show will be concluded by "Nut-Nisamani," a famous LGBTQIAN+ YouTuber-influencer, walking the catwalk in the finale outfit.
Join the creative event in celebration of World Environment Day, 'Citizen of Earth by Siam Piwat Presents The Celebration: Love Earth,' on June 4, 2024, from 14:00 to 17:00 hours at SCBX Next Tech, 4th Floor, Siam Paragon. For more information, visit Facebook: SCBX NEXT TECH.
