F&NHB’s approach to waste management focuses on the conversion of waste into agricultural resources, such as organic fertilizer and feed for chicken farms. This initiative not only reduces the environmental impact of waste generated by our operations but also supports sustainable agricultural practices within our community. Through this initiative, we have successfully converted over 7,200 tonnes of wastewater treatment sludge and liquid milk waste into organic fertilizer, which are then used to enhance local farming.  

In addition, the Kuching Non-Alcoholic Beverage Production Facility in Malaysia has contributed 486 tonnes of waste from soymilk production to a nearby chicken farm for turning to turn into high-quality chicken feed. This initiative demonstrates our commitment to innovative waste management solutions that provide mutual benefits for the environment and the communities we serve. ThaiBev distributes distillery slop, effluent from the biogas production process in spirits production facilities in Thailand, as a soil conditioner to local farmers, because it contains essential nutrients for plant growth, particularly for sugarcane. Research has found that distillery slop increases sugarcane yields without causing negative environmental impacts. It can reduce farmers’ outgoings on chemical fertilizers and result in an increased yield of approximately 10,000–15,000 Baht per rai.

In 2024, ThaiBev expanded its distribution of distillery slop to farmers in Khon Kaen and Ubon Ratchathani provinces to more than 518,000 cubic meters, covering over 22,000 rai (3,520 hectares) of sugarcane fields, rice paddy fields,and corn fields. ThaiBev increases the value of waste and by-product by using them as raw materials in the agricultural and industrial sectors.

In collaboration with the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), ThaiBev has developed a lightweight aggregate, known as Green Rock, using the powdered ash from the incineration of concentrated slop in the distillation processes. This material is mixed with concrete to create another value-added product called Green Block that can be used for both internal and external wall construction of buildings in tropical climate zones. Development Project 2024 with the Mae Fah Luang Foundation, Thailand Through partnership with the Mae Fah Laung Foundation, ThaiBev supported community waste management efforts within the Doi Tung Development Project. The initiative successfully diverted 177 tonnes of landfill waste into ash for road construction and refuse-derived fuel, contributing significantly to waste reduction and resource conservation. Additionally, the project generated employment opportunities valued at over 900,000 Baht, enhancing the economic stability of local communities. The environmental impact was substantial, with a reduction of 380 tonnes in greenhouse gas emissions, reinforcing ThaiBev’s environmental sustainability goals.

This partnership also contributed to raising awareness about sustainable practices among local communities, encouraging eco-friendly behaviors and responsible waste management. Grand Royal Group has used rice husk pellet ash from the biomass boiler as a component in road paving in the four surrounding villages, which are home to 5,663 people. A total of 5,207 tonnes of the ash were reused, rather than being disposed of in a landfill.

The rice husk pellet ash is further utilized by combining it with biogenic sludge from wastewater treatment to produce biofertilizer for vegetables in Bio-Farm in Production facility. All vegetables grown in the Bio-Farm are distributed to factory employees and supplied to the factory canteen.