Phuket tackles plastic pollution for World Environment Day

The event aimed to engage the youth in environmental stewardship

Over 350 participants gathered at Dragon Square in Phuket Town yesterday as the Phuket Provincial Administrative Organisation (PPAO) launched its World Environment Day campaign.

The event, held at Queen Sirikit Park, focused on the urgent need to eliminate single-use plastics, aligning with the United Nations’ 2025 global theme, Beat Plastic Pollution.

The event, presided over by PPAO President Rewat Areerob, saw a diverse crowd of government officials, local leaders, environmental groups, private sector representatives, educators, and residents coming together to promote a sustainable future. The campaign aimed to raise awareness about the destructive impact of plastic waste on ecosystems, public health, and the climate.

Phuket tackles plastic pollution for World Environment Day | News by Thaiger

Phuket tackles plastic pollution for World Environment Day | News by Thaiger

Akkrawat Sirithanthanakorn, Chief Administrative Officer of PPAO, explained that the event’s primary goal was to engage the community, particularly the younger generation, in environmental stewardship.

“We aim to inspire action against plastic pollution through education, with a focus on youth involvement,” he said.

The day’s activities included an environmental exhibition, a youth-led environmental project competition, and showcases of eco-friendly products. A series of panel discussions also featured local environmental networks, and a youth forum allowed students to share their visions for a more sustainable urban future, reported The Phuket News.

Phuket tackles plastic pollution for World Environment Day | News by Thaiger

In his opening speech, Rewat emphasised the importance of collective responsibility in tackling plastic pollution.

“Environmental protection is not the job of one agency alone. It requires collaboration from all sectors—starting from the family unit to the community, and the entire province.”

Phuket tackles plastic pollution for World Environment Day | News by Thaiger

Phuket tackles plastic pollution for World Environment Day | News by Thaiger

Phuket tackles plastic pollution for World Environment Day | News by Thaiger

The campaign was made possible through collaboration with multiple agencies, including Phuket City Municipality, the Environmental Department, the Pollution Control Region 15 office, the Phuket Natural Resources and Environment Office, and the Phuket Provincial Public Health Office. Local schools, foundations, and volunteer networks also played key roles in the initiative.

This event serves as a powerful reminder of the urgent need to address plastic pollution on a global scale, while highlighting the pivotal role that individuals and communities must play in creating a cleaner, more sustainable future.

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Originally from Hong Kong, Puntid moved to Bangkok in 2020 to pursue further studies in translation. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Comparative Literature from the University of Hong Kong. Puntid spent 8 years living in Manchester, UK. Before joining The Thaiger, Puntid has been a freelance translator for 2 years. In her free time, she enjoys swimming and listening to music, as well as writing short fiction and poetry.

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