press release Chevron wins Thai Development Award at AMCHAM Corporate Social Impact Awards 2025 by the American Chamber of Commerce

Chevron Thailand Exploration and Production, Ltd. recently received the prestigious “Thai Development Award” from Mr. Vijavat Isarabhakdi, Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs, in recognition of its long-standing initiative, the “Lower Carbon Biogas Rubber Project.” This project, which has been running for more than a decade, has delivered measurable results by reducing environmental impacts from smoked rubber sheet production while lowering costs and increasing income for farmers. Chevron was also honored with the “AMCHAM Corporate Social Impact Award” at the Platinum level for the 16th consecutive year. The award was presented by Mr. Robert F. Godec, U.S. Ambassador to Thailand. Ms. Pornsuree Konanta, Vice President of Corporate Affairs at Chevron Thailand Exploration and Production, Ltd., accepted both awards at the AMCHAM Corporate Social Impact Awards 2025 ceremony held at Hotel Nikko Bangkok.

The “Thai Development Award” is one of three special honors presented to organizations that deliver projects with exceptional positive social impact. Chevron received this recognition for its long-standing initiative, the “Lower Carbon Biogas Rubber Project.” Developed in collaboration with the Energy Systems Research Institute (PERIN) at Prince of Songkla University, the project empowers local communities with knowledge and funds to adopt biogas systems, integrate solar energy solutions, and implement a Zero Waste model in smoked rubber sheet production. By converting wastewater into biogas for smoking rubber sheets, the initiative produces low-carbon smoked rubber sheets while addressing environmental challenges such as foul odors and wastewater from traditional methods. 

The AMCHAM Corporate Social Impact Awards are held annually to recognize member companies of the American Chamber of Commerce in Thailand that exemplify responsible business practices alongside impactful community engagement. Chevron Thailand Exploration and Production, Ltd. received the 2025 AMCHAM Corporate Social Impact Award at the Platinum level for the 16th consecutive year, reflecting its sustained commitment to social development under the ESG framework—Environmental stewardship, Social responsibility, and transparent, ethical Governance.  

These awards reaffirm Chevron’s commitment as a global energy company dedicated to enhancing and strengthening the quality of life in Thai society. For more than 60 years of operating in Thailand, the company has continuously developed and implemented hundreds of social projects across various regions nationwide.