Mitsubishi Motors Thailand organizes Root for Sustainability activity Planting mangrove forests in Chanthaburi Province

Mr. Noboru Tsuji Chairman of the Board of Directors Mitsubishi Motors Thailand said, “With our commitment to proactively pursue sustainable environmental conservation, Mitsubishi Motors Thailand is proud to partner with the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources in the mangrove planting project. To achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 and net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2065, the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources’ mangrove planting project is in line with Mitsubishi Motors Thailand’s commitment to Be socially responsible for the environment We are committed to continuing the reforestation and forest maintenance project for 10 years. At the same time, we also support the aquatic animal bank project in the area. To promote the mangrove ecosystem to be more complete as well.”

Mitsubishi Motors Thailand has started the “Root for Sustainability” project to restore forests to the natural environment in 2021, starting in Chonburi, Sa Kaeo and Nakhon Ratchasima provinces. To date, the project has successfully planted trees. A variety of species on an area of ​​more than 100 rai, with the goal of creating a more complete and sustainable environment for the local community.

Dr. Pinsak Suraswadi Director-General of the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources said, “Planting mangrove forests is used to absorb carbon dioxide, which is an important contributor to the greenhouse effect. It is considered one of the best ways to help reduce greenhouse gases. This is because 1 rai of mangrove forest has the potential to absorb up to 9.4 tons of carbon dioxide. Equivalent per rai per year Therefore, it is the most effective way to reduce the greenhouse effect. In addition, mangrove forests help protect coastal erosion from waves and wind. along with helping to maintain the balance of the coastal ecosystem as well As the main agency that takes care of mangrove forest resources The Department of Marine and Coastal Resources has therefore implemented a mangrove planting project. To support and provide opportunities for the private sector to participate in the conservation of mangrove areas, participating companies not only help increase mangrove areas and receive carbon credits from reforestation. But it will also help improve the quality of life for coastal communities so that they have more biodiversity fishing grounds as well.”

Mr. Chakkraphong Panchote District Chief Khlung of Chanthaburi Province said, “Chanthaburi is a province that is rich in natural resources, including forests, mountains, and the sea, along with being widely famous as a source of agricultural products and seafood products. Most of the people in the Khlung District community have farming and fishing occupations. Coastal ecosystems are therefore very important to people in the community. This mangrove planting activity that all sectors came together to help with is therefore considered an extension. Create an environmental ecosystem and a sustainable food source for coastal communities in the future.”

At this event, Mitsubishi Motors Thailand also brought various models of cars. that is environmentally friendly and saves fuel also used to support various activities, including the Xpander Cross HEV, a car with a full hybrid drive system that combines the work of the engine and electric motor Provides environmentally friendly driving Supports up to 7 passenger seats, including the All-New Triton, which is used to transport seedlings to plant in the mangrove forest area. With the power of the new engine providing more power than before. Increases fuel economy and is more environmentally friendly. Providing strength and ruggedness, ready to tackle all road conditions and the Outlander PHEV, a plug-in hybrid electric car. that can supply electricity to electrical appliances with a maximum power of 1,500 watts, which will be used to supply electricity to electrical appliances at the event