Environmental
The Company places importance on environmental management across its operations by continuously planning, monitoring, and collecting environmental data to reduce environmental impacts resulting from business activities (Reducing Environmental Footprint).
SVT has established environmental policies and operational guidelines aimed at minimizing potential environmental impacts from its operations, including:
- Reducing greenhouse gas emissions
- Minimizing waste generation and improving waste management
- Promoting efficient resource utilization
The Company also encourages employees to actively participate in environmental initiatives within the organization and supports the development of Environmental Business Resilience to strengthen the Company’s ability to adapt to environmental changes and emerging sustainability challenges.
In addition, SVT integrates environmental practices throughout its
- Manufacturing
- Warehouse and inventory management
- Product distribution through vending machines
- Collaboration with stakeholders across the entire value chain
This integrated approach supports responsible business operations and long-term sustainability.
Today, the demand for natural resources continues to increase due to population growth, resulting in unavoidable impacts on biodiversity and ecosystems.
Sun Vending Technology Public Company Limited (“SVT”) recognizes the importance of biodiversity and is committed to conducting business alongside the conservation and restoration of natural resources. The Company aims to minimize environmental impacts arising from its operations while promoting responsible resource use to create a balance between business growth, communities, and the environment in a sustainable manner.
Biodiversity is considered an issue that may affect the Company both directly and indirectly. Although the Company’s core business focuses on product distribution, its business operations and supply chain may still have impacts on ecosystems and biodiversity.
Therefore, the Company has established a biodiversity management approach that focuses on reducing negative impacts of business activities on nature while creating positive environmental outcomes through environmental initiatives.
One example is the “CSR Project: Supporting Low-Carbon Rice Farming”, which promotes alternate wetting and drying (AWD) rice cultivation practices. This project aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the agricultural sector while encouraging efficient water use and supporting sustainable environmental management.
In addition, the Company remains committed to continuously enhancing its biodiversity management practices to ensure responsible business operations and maintain ecological balance. SVT also places importance on ecosystem restoration and biodiversity conservation to preserve ecological integrity in alignment with internationally recognized principles.
- Report and disclose greenhouse gas emissions from 100% of areas under the Company's operational control.
- Calculate the Company's greenhouse gas emissions from areas under its operational control.
- Improve operational efficiency and management processes to reduce resource consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.
In 2025, the Company reduced its total greenhouse gas emissions by 529 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent (tCO₂e), representing an 8.24% decrease compared with 2024. This reflects the Company's continued improvement in energy management and environmental performance.
Corporate Greenhouse Gas Emissions
| Greenhouse Gas Emissions | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Total greenhouse gas emissions (tCO2e) | 6,421.00 | 5,892.00 |
| Scope 1 emissions (tCO2e) | 4,133.00 | 3,854.00 |
| Scope 2 emissions (tCO2e) | 1,604.00 | 1,424.00 |
| Scope 3 emissions (tCO2e) | 684.00 | 614.00 |
The Company's greenhouse gas emissions data have been certified by the Thailand Greenhouse Gas Management Organization (TGO).
The Company recognizes the importance of conducting business in support of the transition to a low-carbon society. The Company is committed to reducing potential negative impacts on climate change through various initiatives, including reducing greenhouse gas emissions by using more environmentally friendly refrigerants in vending machines and reducing energy consumption across its business operations. The key initiatives are as follows
Use of Refrigerants with Lower Global Warming Impact
The Company recognizes the environmental impact of greenhouse gas emissions and has therefore begun replacing refrigerants previously used in vending machines, including R-12 and R-22, which have Global Warming Potential (GWP) values of approximately 10,900 and 1,810 times, respectively. These refrigerants have been replaced with R-134a, which has a lower GWP of approximately 1,430 times. This was an important first step in reducing the environmental impact of the Company's operations.
In addition, the Company has introduced new vending machine models that use alternative refrigerants with significantly lower environmental impacts, including R-600a, R-1234yf, and R-290, which have GWP values of approximately 3 and less than 1, respectively. This transition helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions throughout the lifecycle of vending machines and is aligned with international environmental standards and trends.
The Company aims to continuously increase the proportion of vending machines using low-GWP refrigerants, together with the development of energy-efficient technologies, proper maintenance of refrigeration systems, and measures to prevent refrigerant leakage. These efforts support sustainable business operations and contribute to reducing the long-term impacts of global warming.
Improving Energy Efficiency and Reducing Energy Consumption
In addition to reducing greenhouse gas emissions from refrigerants, energy management is another important mechanism for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Key measures include improving energy efficiency, reducing energy consumption of vending machines, reducing energy use in transportation, and improving energy efficiency at vending machine assembly facilities.
In addition, the Company discontinued the use of environmentally harmful refrigerants, such as R-22, and permanently stopped purchasing R-22 refrigerant in 2024.
The Company also conducted verification of its greenhouse gas emissions data for the 2025 reporting period. In addition, the Company is currently planning to establish future greenhouse gas reduction targets for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions.
The Company recognizes the importance of reducing energy consumption and using energy efficiently. The Company also promotes awareness among stakeholders of the importance of energy conservation. To support sustainable energy management, the Company has implemented various measures to improve energy efficiency and reduce energy consumption.
- Reduce fuel consumption per vehicle by 5% within three years (2025-2027).
- Increase the use of electric vehicles (EVs) to at least 5 corporate vehicles within three years (2025-2027).
- Reduce electricity consumption at factories, offices, and branches by 10% within three years (2025-2027).
- Reduce vehicle maintenance costs by 5% within three years (2025-2027).
- Reduce paper consumption and promote paperless operations within the organization over three years (2026-2028).
- Promote energy conservation awareness among employees.
- Use electricity generated from Solar Rooftop systems to reduce energy costs and greenhouse gas emissions.
- Study and adopt technologies that can improve energy efficiency and support the Company's operations.
Electricity Consumption
| Electricity Consumption | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Electricity purchased (kWh) | 3,207,019.14 | 3,000,334.71 |
| Electricity purchased or generated from renewable energy sources (kWh) | 283,215.33 | 275,631.00 |
| Total electricity consumption (kWh) | 3,490,234.47 | 3,275,965.71 |
Fuel Consumption
| Fuel Consumption | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel (liters) | 1,142,572.45 | 1,146,666.40 |
| Gasoline (liters) | 48,104.08 | 46,646.48 |
| LPG (kilograms) | 90.00 | 30.00 |
| NGV (kilograms) | 15,073.49 | 1,076.65 |
In 2025, the Company's total electricity consumption was 3,275,965.71 kWh, representing a decrease of approximately 6.14% from 2024. This reflects improved efficiency in the Company's electricity management and consumption.
The Company's total fuel consumption was 1,194,419.53 units, compared with 1,205,840.02 units in 2024, representing a decrease of approximately 0.95%. This demonstrates the Company's continued efforts to manage energy efficiently and use resources responsibly and sustainably.
Improving Energy Efficiency and Reducing Energy Consumption of Vending Machines
The Company is committed to increasing the use of energy-efficient vending machines. Currently, the Company is an authorized distributor of TCN vending machines, a leading vending machine manufacturer in China with expertise in the design, development, and production of high-quality vending machines. Its products are known for their durability and energy efficiency.
The Company also continuously sources new vending machine models from leading international brands. These vending machines feature energy-efficient refrigeration systems specifically designed for vending machines. The compressors consume less energy compared with conventional refrigerators and other vending machines.
Reducing Energy Consumption in Transportation
The Company recognizes that transportation is one of its energy-intensive business activities due to fuel consumption for product distribution and the transportation of vending machines for installation and maintenance.
To reduce energy consumption, the Company has developed smart systems for vending machines that can transmit sales and product-loading data. This enables more efficient warehouse and logistics management.
The Company also promotes the reuse of replacement parts at individual branches to maximize their useful life. This helps reduce the need to transport vending machines back to the factory for maintenance and, consequently, reduces energy consumption from transportation.
Improving Energy Efficiency in Office Buildings
The Company continues to adopt energy-saving technologies across its operations. These include installing high-efficiency air-conditioning systems with automatic on/off controls and solar-powered electricity systems for building lighting.
The Company also promotes energy conservation activities, such as turning off electricity during employees' lunch breaks. In addition, the Company has installed a Solar Rooftop system at its headquarters to generate electricity for internal use. This supports the use of clean energy, reduces reliance on external electricity sources, and aligns with the Company's commitment to environmentally friendly business operations.
Increasing the Use of Renewable Energy
The Company has introduced two electric vehicles (EVs) for business operations to replace fuel-powered vehicles. This helps reduce fossil fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions from the Company's transportation activities. This initiative supports the use of clean energy and contributes to the Company's sustainable business development.
The Company also promotes resource conservation measures, such as reducing paper consumption, using signs and communication materials to raise awareness, and turning off lights when not in use. These measures support the Company's environmental and sustainability policies and promote more responsible and sustainable resource use.
The Company recognizes the importance of managing water resources efficiently. The Company's water use is limited to domestic consumption and general use in its office buildings, factories, and warehouses. The Company does not use water in its production processes.
Nevertheless, the Company recognizes that water is an essential resource supporting business operations in all areas where it operates. Therefore, the Company continuously promotes and encourages efficient and responsible water use to ensure appropriate resource consumption, minimize unnecessary water loss, and support the sustainable conservation of natural resources.
- By 2027, reduce water consumption by 20% from the base year.
- Promote awareness among executives and employees on efficient and responsible water use and encourage them to avoid unnecessary water consumption.
- Regularly inspect and monitor the internal water supply systems and pipelines to prevent water leakage and loss.
In 2025, the Company's total water consumption was 15,977.08 cubic meters, a decrease from 18,748.90 cubic meters in 2024, representing a reduction of approximately 14.79%. This reflects the Company's effective water management and ongoing efforts to promote efficient water use throughout the organization.
The Company places importance on the continuous and effective management of waste and industrial waste, based on the principle of Resource Efficiency. The Company applies the 3R principles — Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle — by promoting the reuse and recycling of materials and residual resources throughout the supply chain.
The Company continues to improve its waste management system by focusing on clear waste segregation across all branches and factories. This facilitates proper waste sorting, recycling, and efficient resource recovery.
- Reduce paper consumption by 20% within the organization over three years (2026–2028).
Reducing Waste from Vending Machines
As the Company's business involves a large number of electronic devices and components, unused or discarded electronic parts may arise from the production, maintenance, and repair of vending machines.
The Company therefore focuses on maximizing the value and useful life of electronic equipment and components. Components that remain in good condition are reused and used as replacement parts for repairs. The Company has expertise in refurbishing and reassembling vending machines to maintain their operating efficiency and extend their useful life.
In addition, the Company provides training to branch employees so that they can troubleshoot and repair vending machines when problems occur, reducing the need to return machines to the factory for repairs.
Industrial Waste Management
For industrial waste generated from production processes that cannot be reused, the Company strictly follows applicable laws, regulations, and guidelines issued by the Department of Industrial Works. The Company focuses on proper waste disposal methods that minimize environmental impacts.
Currently, the Company engages Better World Green Public Company Limited as a specialized service provider for comprehensive industrial waste management. Waste materials such as paint-contaminated thinner, fiberglass, fluorescent lamps, plastics, and other industrial waste are transported from the factory for proper treatment and disposal in accordance with applicable standards.
| No. | Industrial Waste | Quantity (kilograms) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fiberglass | 3,630 |
| 2 | Plastic scraps | 0 |
| 3 | Wooden pallets | 140 |
| 4 | Light bulbs | 450 |
| 5 | Paint-contaminated thinner | 1,900 |
| 6 | Paint dust | 230 |
| 7 | Foam scraps (estimated) | 216 |
| General waste (estimated) | 2,900 | |
| Total | 9,466 |
Air Pollution Management
The Company places importance on controlling air pollution in strict compliance with applicable laws to support occupational health and safety, maintain a safe working environment, and minimize environmental impacts.
The Company recognizes that air pollutants may arise from its production processes, particularly chemicals generated during powder coating and painting processes for vending machines. Therefore, the Company has established procedures for regularly monitoring and controlling air pollution in accordance with the standards on permissible exposure limits for hazardous chemicals under the notification of the Department of Labour Protection and Welfare (2017).
In 2025, the Company conducted its annual air pollution monitoring for chemicals that may arise from the vending machine painting process. The monitoring was divided into two categories:
- Workplace monitoring
A total of six parameters were monitored, including lead, benzene, toluene, styrene, copper, and total particulate matter, including fine particulate matter. - Monitoring of emissions from external discharge stacks
A total of four parameters were monitored:- total particulate matter
- xylene
- butyl acetate
- propylene glycol
The monitoring and assessment were conducted by Safety World Green Co., Ltd. The results showed that all measured parameters were within the applicable control limits and met the required standards. No complaints regarding air pollution were received.
Proper Waste Segregation
The Company recognizes the significant impacts of waste on the environment and global climate, including global warming and increasingly severe climate variability. Proper waste management is therefore an important and urgent measure to conserve natural resources and support environmental sustainability.
The Company places importance on waste segregation as an essential first step in reducing the amount of waste sent to landfill, promoting the reuse of materials, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions generated from waste decomposition. Proper waste segregation also helps increase the value of materials that can be recovered and recycled.
Reducing Paper Consumption within the Organization
In 2025, the Company implemented measures to reduce paper consumption within the organization to promote efficient resource use and minimize environmental impacts.
Employees were encouraged to print documents on both sides of the paper, reuse used paper for appropriate purposes, store documents in electronic formats, and share information through social media and digital channels instead of using printed documents. The Company also encouraged the use of black-and-white printing instead of color printing and promoted checking the accuracy of information before printing to reduce unnecessary paper and resource consumption.
These measures have increased employees' awareness of responsible resource use and encouraged their continued participation in reducing paper consumption. A comparison of paper consumption showed that the Company used 3,590 reams in 2024, compared with 3,335 reams in 2025, representing a reduction of 255 reams or approximately 7.10% year-on-year.
This reduction reflects the effectiveness of the Company's resource management measures and supports its commitment to environmentally responsible and sustainable business operations.
The Company places importance on systematic waste management in accordance with sound waste management principles, applicable laws, and relevant standards.
The Company has established clear procedures for waste segregation at the source based on waste type, including general waste, recyclable waste, hazardous waste, and organic waste. This enables waste to be properly managed and disposed of, minimizes environmental impacts, and improves the efficiency of resource recovery and reuse.
The Company also encourages employees at all levels to participate in waste segregation and reduction. In addition, procedures have been established for the collection, transportation, and disposal of waste by authorized and qualified service providers to ensure that waste management is carried out safely, transparently, and in a traceable manner.
The Company aims to make effective waste management an integral part of its responsible and sustainable business operations.