SIG wins 2019 Thailand Energy Award for Rayong rooftop solar array
SIG has won the 2019 Thailand Energy Award Global-Warming Reduction Label for its rooftop solar array in Rayong, Thailand.
The award from the Energy Ministry’s Department of Alternative Energy Development and Efficiency recognises SIG’s significant investment in off-grid alternative power at Rayong as part of the company’s commitment to put more into society and the environment than it takes out.
Lawrence Fok, President and General Manager Asia-Pacific at SIG: “SIG is committed to go Way Beyond Good for the environment and society. The company sources 100% renewable energy for production worldwide. At Rayong, we have gone even further by generating our own solar power on site and bringing additional societal benefits by installing free solar power at a local school. It’s an honour to receive this award in recognition of our efforts.”
Tackling climate change with on-site renewables
SIG’s 3.3-MWp (megawatt peak) rooftop solar array at Rayong is the largest of its kind in the region. Made up of more than 9,000 individual panels, the massive solar array covers an area of 18,000m2 – the equivalent of 2.5 soccer pitches.
Capable of producing up to 4,431 MWh of renewable power annually, the installation at Rayong supports Thailand’s goal to cover 40% of its electricity requirements from renewable energy sources by 2036.
Worldwide, SIG sources 100% of energy for production from renewable sources. In Thailand, where opportunities to purchase green electricity from the grid are limited, the company sources renewable energy indirectly by investing in GoldPower® certified renewable energy projects.
The investment in on-site renewable energy generation at Rayong enables SIG to source more renewable energy directly. It supports SIG’s efforts to tackle climate change by directly avoiding around 2,240 tonnes of CO2 equivalent emissions per year.
Providing wider societal benefits
SIG is committed to make a positive contribution to society as well as the environment. As part of the contract to install solar panels at the production site in Rayong, SIG’s supplier also installed a 7kWp solar array on the roof of a local school.
The free renewable energy generated is enough to power the Nikhom Sang Ton Eng Changwat Rayong 10 school and will save the school more than 4,000 baht (120€) per month in electricity costs. Installing solar power is also helping to raise awareness of energy efficiency and climate change among the schoolchildren, teachers and wider community.
About SIG
SIG is a leading systems and solutions provider for aseptic packaging. We work in partnership with our customers to bring food and beverage products to consumers around the world in a safe, sustainable and affordable way. Our unique technology and outstanding innovation capacity enable us to provide our customers with end-to-end solutions for differentiated products, smarter factories and connected packs, all to address the ever-changing needs of consumers.
Founded 1853, SIG is headquartered in Neuhausen, Switzerland. The skills and experience of our approximately 5,000 employees worldwide enable us to respond quickly and effectively to the needs of our customers in over 60 countries. In 2018, SIG produced more than 35 billion carton packs and generated €1.7 billion in revenue. For more information, visit www.sig.biz
Award Ceremony:
Lawrence Fok, President & General Manager Asia Pacific at SIG (second right) and Miguel Gamito, Head of Operations & SCM, SIG Rayong Plant (third left) received the Global-Warming Reduction Label award on behalf of the SIG team at the prestigious Thailand Energy Awards in Bangkok, presided over by the Deputy Prime Minister, Somkid Jatusripitak (third right), and Sontirat Sontijirawong, Energy Minister (middle).
Lawrence Fok:
Lawrence Fok, President & General Manager Asia Pacific at SIG, received the Global-Warming Reduction Label award on behalf of the SIG team.
Rooftop array:
The gigantic 3.3MWp solar rooftop array at SIG’s production plant in Rayong, Thailand.
