press release Chevron collaborates with Bhumirak Dhamachart Natural Center to foster community-led forest development in Nakhon Nayok

Over a hundred employees from Chevron Thailand Exploration and Production, Ltd., Chevron (Thailand) Ltd., and Star Petroleum Refining Public Company Limited (SPRC), recently joined the “Together We Volunteer” activity in Nakhon Nayok province. The collaborative effort involving the companies, the Bhumirak Dhamachart Natural Center and Uraiwan Jaisa-ngad, was focused on the creation of a community forest and fostering engagement among all stakeholders to promote a more sustainable and lower carbon society.

The participants in the activity joined forces to plant over 500 trees, adhering to the "Three Forests, Four Benefits" philosophy. This approach encompasses cultivating plants that provide lumber, edible goods, and commercial timber. The resulting forest will contribute valuable green spaces, facilitating carbon dioxide absorption, the generation of fresh air, and the provision of a communal area. In addition to tree planting, participants had the opportunity to acquire Agri-nature knowledge applicable to their daily lives, including the production of biofertilizers, organic dishwasher liquid, and multipurpose liquid solutions.

Ajj Tularak Vice President, Non-Operated Joint Venture, of Chevron Thailand Exploration and Production, Ltd. said that “For over six decades, Chevron has been unwavering in its commitment to support the nation's energy security by providing cleaner, safer, and reliable energy supply. We tirelessly work towards supporting the country's energy transition and its pursuit of Net Zero goal. Today, through the "Together We Volunteer" activity, we engage our employees and the local community in the creation of an additional green space. This space will play a role in sequestering carbon dioxide, increasing atmospheric humidity, generating oxygen, and mitigating air pollution. On this occasion, we are planting 500 trees on a 30-rai piece of land owned by Uraiwan, an example of individuals who generously offer their land to benefit the community. This endeavor also serves to raise awareness and encourage people to actively participate in nurturing, preserving, and coexisting harmoniously with our precious forests.”

Punya Pulivekin, Director of the Bhumirak Dhamachart Natural Center Project, who dedicate his life in spreading the agri-nature and sufficiency economy philosophies to local famers, said “The Bhumirak Dhamachart Natural Center Project focuses on natural agricultural programs that assist farmers in being self-sufficient. The original location of the Center was the land of King Rama IX, who aimed to transform this land into a living natural museum through sustainable land, water, and forest management. Visitors can witness real success that has been proven. To develop the Center towards its goal, as the director, I have aimed to harness the collaborative efforts of various sectors, including government, academia, the public, and private sectors such as Chevron. They have helped coordinate various activities to make our efforts more efficient. Lastly, the media also plays a crucial role. Our responsibility is to coordinate all sectors to work together to promote sustainable economic guidelines for the community, reflecting the meaning of ‘Bhumirak’ or ‘conservation,’ which refers to preserving nature from generation to generation.”

Founded in 2013, Chevron’s Together We Volunteer program strives to boost employee engagement, fostering positive impacts on society through initiatives in education support, energy and environmental conservation, and economic development. Every year, Chevron and hundreds of its employees collaborate with government agencies, academics, and communities in diverse projects, ranging from tree planting to playground construction. Committed to becoming the preferred partner of Thai society, Chevron has steadfastly provided a clean, secure, and dependable energy supply for over six decades, propelling economic and social growth.