Biodiversity Takes Center Stage During SD Week at Delta 8 and Delta 5

Biodiversity—the variety of life on Earth—is the foundation of healthy ecosystems and a vital factor in ensuring food security. Yet, biodiversity is increasingly at risk due to climate change, habitat destruction, and disruptions to food chains, such as pollinator loss and deforestation. Research highlights that climate change accelerates biodiversity loss by increasing extreme weather events and altering habitats, leading to species extinction and disruptions in agricultural productivity. For instance, the loss of pollinators alone could jeopardize up to 75% of global food crops.

Recognizing these challenges, Delta has reaffirmed its commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2030. In alignment with this mission, the Sustainable Development (SD) team hosted its annual SD Week at Delta 3 and Delta 5, emphasizing the crucial role of biodiversity in advancing Delta’s sustainability objectives. This event provided a platform to educate employees on the essential connections between biodiversity, climate change, and food chains, fostering awareness and inspiring action.

Engaging Activities to Promote Biodiversity Awareness
SD Week featured a variety of engaging and educational activities designed to captivate employees, enhance their understanding of biodiversity, and promote active participation in Delta’s sustainability goals:

1. Biodiversity Questionnaires
Participants were invited to engage with thoughtfully designed questionnaires that encouraged reflection on the importance of biodiversity. This activity fostered deeper understanding and reinforced the critical role biodiversity plays in maintaining ecological balance.2. Animal Cards Game
Employees participated in an insightful activity where they categorized animals into three groups:

• Extant Animals
• Endangered Species
• Extinct Animals

This visually impactful exercise highlighted the alarming rate of species population decline. It inspired meaningful discussions about the urgent need to protect vulnerable species and safeguard biodiversity for future generations.

3. Food Chain Game
Through this interactive game, participants created food chains to illustrate the intricate connections between species and ecosystems. The activity emphasized how biodiversity supports ecological balance and highlighted the critical role of addressing climate change to protect these relationships.
4. Interactive Environmental Protection and Water Conservation Board
In a creative and collaborative space, employees shared innovative ideas for protecting environment and conserving water. This activity not only generated practical solutions but also fostered a sense of shared responsibility and teamwork, reinforcing Delta’s commitment to sustainability.

These engaging activities transformed knowledge into action, inspiring participants to apply their newfound understanding of biodiversity in their daily tasks and contribute actively to Delta’s sustainability goals.

Looking Ahead: Forest Restoration Campaign in 2025
Building on the momentum of SD Week, the SD team is thrilled to announce the upcoming Forest Restoration Campaign, scheduled for Q1 2025. This initiative will focus on restoring and enhancing existing forest ecosystems in Prachinburi and Nakhon Nayok, reinforcing Delta’s dedication to environmental stewardship.

By nurturing these vital forest areas, Delta aims to strengthen biodiversity, bolster ecosystem resilience, and ensure the health of these natural habitats for future generations. This campaign reflects Delta’s commitment to creating a sustainable future and invites all employees to play a role in this meaningful effort.

A Call to Action: Together for a Sustainable Future
Sustainability is not just a corporate goal—it is a shared journey that requires collective effort and determination. Each Delta employee holds the power to create a ripple effect, transforming small, everyday actions into meaningful, lasting change.

Let’s continue to grow together, inspire one another, and take deliberate steps to protect our planet. The forests we restore, the ecosystems we protect, and the innovations we foster today will shape a brighter, more sustainable future for generations to come. Let’s take action and make an impact—together!

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Delta Thailand

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