Taking sustainability in Thailand from niche to necessary
We take really good care of everything around us so we can take care of you. It's not just about minimizing the negative impacts. It's also about pioneering positive ones. At Six Senses resort in Thailand, our Environmental and Social Sustainability Policy focuses on energy efficiency, water and waste management, social commitment, protecting natural surroundings, air quality and noise control.
Environmental Responsibility
We comply or exceed all Six Senses sustainability standards and local regulations in areas such as safety, health and the environment.
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Can you name the 6 Rs?
Sustainability is the byword for every department in the resort. Our farm-to-table initiative encompasses the Organic Garden, Mushroom Hut, Goat Farm, Chicken Farm and Duck Farm. We produce our own water and engage in natural waste water treatment. We make many products on-site or work with local suppliers to eliminate the use of plastic packaging and the carbon footprint of deliveries. Our creed: Rethink, Responsible, Respect, Refuse, Reuse and Recycle.
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Hornbill conservation
We work to protect hornbills as numbers have sadly dwindled in recent years. Our vegetation bears fruit which is a staple of their diet and we also install artificial nests similar to their natural habitat. This is necessary as natural tree cavities occur in old trees which are vulnerable, and the process is slow and not always optimum for breeding. Our partnership with the Thailand Hornbill Project ensures we're doing everything we can to help our most iconic wildlife on the island.
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Plant genetic conservation
As the only private sector company accepted into this Royal Project, the resort lush environment is also our field study to develop a unique plant data collection and as a living ecosystem we can learn from and research with. The project also aims to enhance the development of the country's agriculture, forestry and economy. We work with RSPG to increase the progressive conscience and knowledge of natural resources conservation, especially among younger generations.
Social Responsibility
We favor fisher folk, farmers, artisans, and suppliers who live nearby and believe in the same standards and sustainability as we do. We also work with local administrations and organizations to know how we can assist with supports as well as with developments that are sustainable and empowering, not just on Yao Noi Island but also other communities in Phang Nga province and Phuket.
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Clean water projects
Together with Imagine Thailand, Six Senses Yao Noi has provided a clean drinking water system for 35 locations both in cities area and the ones that are further out, that include schools, hospitals, parks, mosques, temples, and police stations. We continue to work closely with Imagine Thailand on locating future installation locations. To date, more than 104 thousand community members have daily access to clean drinking water through those installed filters.
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Community education, health and wellness
By donating to the English Education Program, we support teachers in five local schools and organize events to expose children to culture and sustainability. As well as engaging with other local schools to assist whenever they need support for any educational development and education infrastructure. And by collaborating with hospital authorities and donating medical equipment, we can also do our bit to make a difference. One of the latest joint efforts is an immunization program aimed at protecting the population and making the island safe from disease.
