ThaiBev has initiated biodiversity assessments across all its production sites to ensure that impacts on biodiversity and ecosystems are properly understood and managed throughout its operations. The company has refined its assessment process to include Critical Habitat Assessments (CHA) at operational sites and surrounding areas, covering both upstream and downstream zones. These assessments are conducted in accordance with the International Finance Corporation’s Performance Standard 6 (IFC PS6) on Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Management of Living Natural Resources (IFC, 2012), incorporating expert consultations and thorough review to evaluate the potential impacts of land development and production activities on critical biodiversity. The assessment encompasses 84 sites, comprising 75 production sites and nine operation sites with a total area of 4,969.4 hectares, spanning ten countries as follows:

A risk rating was assigned to each operational site that is located either within or in proximity to internationally recognized areas or important biodiversity areas. The rating was based on the site’s distance from these areas, using a desktop assessment within a ten kilometers buffer around each site to screen for species that could potentially face a high risk of impact. The assessment aimed to further identify specific sites that feature high biodiversity value, supporting ThaiBev’s corporate ambition to achieve a net positive impact on biodiversity. Documentation from the operational sites was reviewed to help identify biodiversity values that may qualify the area as critical habitat and to understand the ecological context and key site characteristics relevant to the assessment. The CHA also included expert consultations with species specialists to determine whether the potential species identified in Phase 1 were actually present in the surrounding area. Additional preliminary information on site operations and potential biodiversity footprints was also considered. This phase involved assessing the primary residual impacts on biodiversity at operational sites that were deemed to have a greater potential to affect biodiversity due to their proximity to habitats specifically designated as important for conservation, and/or due to their location within the range of species with special conservation status (Critically Endangered, Endangered, or Vulnerable). Information from the operational sites was used to evaluate potential impacts and categorize them based on Receptor Sensitivity and Impact Magnitude. The combination of these two factors was then used to estimate Impact Significance. ThaiBev’s Biodiversity Management Plan (BMP) aims to implement strategies for the conservation, restoration, and promotion of biodiversity at two facilities with significant biodiversity impacts, Thanapakdi distillery, Chiang Mai Province and Fuengfuanant Distillery, Prachin Buri Province; and four production sites with medium biodiversity impacts, namely Luckchai Liquor Trading, Ratchaburi Province; Oishi Trading (Wang Muang), Saraburi Province; SermSuk, Nakhon Sawan Province; and S.S. Karnsura, Ubon Ratchathani Province. The BMP ensures sustainable resource management and adherence to ThaiBev’s corporate social responsibility towards environmental stewardship.

The primary objectives of the Biodiversity Management Plan are as follows:

• Conduct stakeholder consultation to identify the best biodiversity compensation opportunities near the company’s operational sites.
• Establish appropriate mitigation measures, monitoring programs, and management plans to achieve the goals of Net Positive Impact (NPI) and No Net Loss (NNL).

participated in a local fish release activity in collaboration with the Prachin Buri Provincial Fisheries Office. The event aimed to increase fish populations in local water sources and raise awareness about the sustainable use and conservation of aquatic resources. Species released included the soldier river barb (Cyclocheilichthys enoplus (Bleeker, 1850)) and the silver barb (Barbonymus gonionotus (Bleeker, 1849)). joined with government agencies, local authorities, and community members to organize the “Fish Release on Visakha Bucha Day” activity. Fishes provided by the Chiang Mai Provincial Fisheries Office were released to conserve and restore native species and enhance fish populations in natural water bodies. Species released included the silver barb (Barbonymus gonionotus (Bleeker, 1849)), the Siamese mud carp (Henicorhynchus siamensis), and the Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus (Linnaeus, 1758)), totaling 10,000 individuals. Educational vinyl banners were also displayed to provide guidance on proper fish release practices and to raise public awareness about Invasive Alien Species (IAS) and their potential impacts on local ecosystems, the environment, and the economy.

ThaiBev is collaborating with the Mae Fah Luang Foundation to manage and protect 90,000 rai (approximately 14,400 hectares) of community forest areas across 11 provinces in Thailand, aiming to develop guidelines for environmental conservation alongside sustainable community development. These community forests cover diverse ecosystems nationwide, encompassing various ecological characteristics within their respective areas. They are not limited to a single forest type but include a wide range of ecological features that reflect the unique geography and environmental conditions of each location.

ThaiBev also supports the Chiangdao Ping Watch 2025 – Youth Biodiversity Explorers of the Ping River project, organized by Tungnamnuneenoi, Makham Pom, GUPS, and Mae Fah Luang Foundation under Royal Patronage. The project aims to empower youth in Chiang Dao District, Chiang Mai Province, to learn about biodiversity exploration and data collection along the Ping River. Activities include documenting local wisdom, conducting community-based biodiversity surveys, organizing “Young Ping Watchers program” training for 30 young participants, using the iNaturalist app for species identification, and hosting a Nature-based Design workshop led by architects and ecologists. The collected data will be showcased through an exhibition and discussion forum to develop guidelines for the sustainable conservation and restoration of the biodiversity of the Ping River.

ThaiBev, in collaboration with the Forest in Our Hearts Foundation, the Community Forest Management Office, and the Royal Forest Department—along with partners from the public and private sectors, local communities, and youth networks—has advanced the mission of “Expanding Green Areas for Thailand.” Through this initiative, more than 88,500 trees have been planted across 84 community forest sites nationwide to help restore ecosystems, enhance forest biodiversity, and foster environmental awareness among the people in each community. ThaiBev supported the Forest in Our Hearts Foundation in launching the “Youth Guardians of Our Forests” project, which promotes nature conservation by empowering young people to take part in hands-on environmental activities. These include building check dams to retain soil moisture and restore ecosystems, creating firebreaks to prevent forest fires, and conserving community forest areas and wildlife sanctuaries. These activities took place in two UNESCO Biosphere Reserves-Doi Chiang Dao, Chiang Mai Province, and Huay Tak Teak, Lampang Province. The program currently has a nationwide network of more than 2,600 young participants. It not only develops environmentally aware and knowledgeable youth leaders but also inspires them to become active stewards in preserving the value of nature, culture, and their local forests-helping drive Thailand toward a sustainable future.

Beyond these initiatives, ThaiBev continues to support the Forest in Our Hearts Foundation in implementing conservation activities for Thailand’s biosphere reserves, in collaboration with the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment. Thailand currently has five biosphere reserves: Sakaerat, Nakhon Ratchasima Province; Huay Tak Teak, Lampang Province; Ranong, Ranong province; Mae Sa-Kog Ma and Doi Chiang Dao, Chiang Mai Province. These areas are managed and conserved by various government agencies—including the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation; the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources; and the Thailand Institute of Scientific and Technological Research (TISTR)-which are responsible for protecting and preserving the natural ecosystems within each reserve.

The Cardrona Distillery, a ThaiBev subsidiary, continued to advance its commitment to conserving the Kārearea, New Zealand’s endangered native falcon. Through the Cardrona Cask Port Barrel whisky initiative, 50% of proceeds were contributed to local conservation partners, supporting habitat protection, population monitoring, and community-based conservation efforts. In the 2024 breeding season, 27 Kārearea were individually marked using metal and colored leg bands, including 14 adults and 13 chicks. Survey work across 52,000 hectares identified an estimated 25 breeding pairs—approximately one pair per 2,080 hectares—though the true number is likely higher due to restricted access to certain areas within the survey zone. Population trend data is not yet available, as the project’s initial five years focused on establishing a comprehensive baseline. Future assessments are expected to offer clearer insights into species recovery and the long-term conservation impact of the initiative. Inver House, ThaiBev’s subsidiary, in partnership with the Spey Foundation, a Scottish charitable organization, has constructed fish ladders at Mackalea Burn and Granty Burn. These structures support the natural fish migration, increase spawning opportunities for salmon and trout, and contribute to the overall biodiversity and ecological health of the River Spey ecosystem.