Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University (STOU) Press recently organized an academic service project titled “Designing Waste for Environmental Value.” This initiative aims to promote the concepts of Upcycling and Eco Design, while also encouraging efficient resource utilization and minimizing environmental impact.
The project officially opened with a ceremony presided over by Asst. Prof. Dr. Jeeranuch Buddeejin, Director of the Office of University Press. The event took place in Meeting Room 5209, Seminar Building 1, at Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University. The program targeted 60 students from four educational institutions: King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi, Rajamangala University of Technology Thanyaburi, Minburi Technical College, and Kong Thabbok Upatham Changkol Kho So Tho Bo School.
The project’s activities began with a special lecture by Mr. Roongroj Boontarak, Managing Director of A. Best Inter Products Co., Ltd., on the topic of “Waste Management from Home to Work and Community.” This was followed by a visit to the STOU Press’s waste management exhibition, “STOU Showcase 3R.” In the afternoon, participants had the opportunity to exchange knowledge and skills with experts from Thai Packaging Industry Public Company Limited (TIPAK). The highlight of the event was a product design workshop using waste materials, divided into six groups, with group facilitators providing close guidance.
This project is more than just a training activity; it’s a vital part of addressing urban waste management within the community. It serves as a crucial link between education, the environment, and the community, reflecting the university’s role in fostering a learning society and promoting sustainable development through practical academic outreach. An additional session of this project is scheduled for entrepreneurs, government officials, and private sector representatives on 19 August 2025, also at Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University. For more details, please visit: https://stoupress.stou.ac.th/eco-design-from-waste-to-worth/
