22 community forums were held, with over 1,517 participants, to build understanding of the environmental impact prevention and mitigation measures (CoP) for the On Nut waste disposal plant project handling 1,600 tons per day.
On 10 March 2026, Mr. Noppadon Pruksawan, Chief Executive Officer of New Sky Energy (Bangkok) Co., Ltd., said the company places great importance on continuous communication and public participation with communities around the project. The management team and project experts—including Pol.Gen. Dr. Panya Mamen and Mr. Winai Sawatmanee, senior advisors to the project—along with Mr. Setthaphat Kamolsupaprayoon, Public Relations Manager, and the team, conducted 22 small group meetings from 19 February to 1 March 2026, with over 1,517 attendees.
"The purpose of these meetings was to explain the progress of constructing the waste-to-energy incineration project at the On Nut waste disposal center with a capacity of 1,600 tons per day, to clarify the environmental impact prevention and mitigation measures in accordance with the Code of Practice (CoP), and to provide an open forum for residents to ask questions directly. This was to foster understanding and transparency in the project's implementation."
The company hired a team of environmental academics and public participation experts from Consultant of Technology Co., Ltd., an environmental consultancy authorized by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment to conduct Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA). This team presented information, gathered feedback, addressed concerns, and answered questions from local residents.
The meetings covered communities and villages within a 5-kilometer radius of the project site, including areas in the Prawet, Saphan Sung, Suan Luang, Lat Krabang, and Bang Kapi districts, as well as nearby areas in Samut Prakan Province. This reflects strong public interest in closely monitoring the project's progress. These small group meetings are part of an ongoing community engagement process to ensure residents receive accurate information and can track the project's development at every stage. Although most local residents in On Nut are Muslim and observing Ramadan fasting, many still actively participated, demonstrating their continuous interest in the project.
"The company believes that environmental project development must grow alongside the community. Therefore, we have always prioritized working collaboratively with local residents through information sharing, gathering feedback, and supporting ongoing community quality-of-life improvement activities."
Mr. Noppadon Pruksawan added that in March 2026, the company plans to open the project's large waste pit—the largest in Bangkok—to the public. This will allow residents to closely observe the waste management process and the technology converting waste into electricity.
"We are committed to developing the On Nut waste-to-energy incineration project according to international environmental standards, with transparency and community participation. Our goal is to be part of a sustainable solution to Bangkok's waste problems while improving the quality of life for residents in the surrounding area over the long term."