Calling all ecowarriors in Koh Samui the OrThorLor Awards 2025 is seeking passionate volunteers who are making a real difference in environmental conservation! Whether you’re 7 or 70, this awards program celebrates local heroes dedicated to protecting our planet’s precious resources, with applications open until April 30, 2025.
Join us on October 8, 2024, for a FREE training seminar on plastic waste management at Suratthani Rajabhat University in stunning Koh Samui! Let’s unite to reduce plastic waste and protect our beautiful paradise for future generations! 🌊💚 KohSamui SustainableTourism PlasticWasteManagement EcoFriendly GreenFuture TravelThailand ProtectOurPlanet TourismForChange CleanBeaches SustainableTravel
Exciting news from Koh Samui City Hall! The Local Volunteers for Earth Preservation Network is taking action for a greener future, led by Deputy Mayor Miss Suphinya. ♻️ Join us in supporting sustainable initiatives and making a positive impact on our planet! 🌍 EarthPreservation Sustainability KohSamuiCommunity GoGreen EnvironmentalAction MotherEarthLove
The serene island of Koh Samui took a significant step towards sustainability on the morning of February 28, 2024. Nestled within the Petcharat Samui Meeting Room, local leaders and industry stakeholders gathered for a landmark event. It marked the beginning of an ambitious plan to weave environmental responsibility into the fabric of the island’s hospitality sector. With the Vice Mayor, Ms. Suphinya Sritongkul, at the helm, the initiative unveiled its vision to transform local accommodations into paradigms of ecofriendliness.
“Join the Ministry of Interior and other stakeholders in promoting a sustainable future through the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) encompassing economic growth, environmental conservation, and social inclusivity. Thailand’s commitment under the principle of “76 Provinces, 76 Commitments for Sustainable Development” will lead the charge in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting sustainable development. Let’s stay committed to reaching the global SDGs on time for a sustainable and inclusive future. SDGs SustainableFuture ThailandSustainableDevelopment”
Join the “We Adjust for the Changing World” campaign and showcase your creativity in waste management by participating in the Creative Media Contest in Surat Thani Province, Thailand. Submit your video clips promoting environmental conservation and “One Mind with Two Hands” from Sept 12 to Oct 31, 2023, and inspire others to make a difference. 🌍🎥🌳 wastemanagement environmentalconversation creativemediacontest SuratThaniProvince
The Public Health and Environment Department of Koh Samui Municipality is dedicated to preserving the cleanliness and beauty of the island. One of their responsibilities includes regular maintenance and cleaning of garbage trucks, as well as the areas where these vehicles are parked. By doing so, they aim to prevent any problems that may arise from unsorted waste, which can lead to waste water accumulation on roads and waste stations.
On June 28, 2023, a delegation from Ko Samui, Thailand, led by Mr. Wichawut Jinto, Governor of Surat Thani Province, embarked on a visit to Tujiajin in Sichuan Province, People’s Republic of China. The visit aimed at bolstering the relationship between the two cities after the signing of a Letter of Intent (LOI) on March 24, 2023, focusing on tourism development, cultural exchange, and promoting tourism between both cities and countries.
Koh Samui Municipality, in collaboration with Bangkok Airways, organized an ecofriendly event called “Conserving the Earth, Planting Mangrove Forests with Bangkok Airways.” This initiative took place on May 24, 2023, at 9:30 a.m. in the Ban Bang Rak Community, Village No. 4, Bophut Subdistrict, Koh Samui District, Surat Thani Province. The event aimed to engage various stakeholders in efforts to preserve and restore mangrove forests and improve environmental awareness within the community.