Lotus, the leading retailer in Thailand, responds to Bangkok Goals. on the BCG economy from the APEC Summit This aim is in line with Lotus’ sustainability policy. Which focuses on operating on the basis of sustainability in all dimensions of the business, joining forces with Altervim to build an electric car charging station, Altervim Super Charge, pinning Lotus 100 branches, piloting at the flagship branch Lotus North Ratchapruek, SMART Community Center before moving forward in Lotus. Other branches in Bangkok And many provinces such as Chiang Mai, Nakhon Ratchasima, Rayong, Kanchanaburi, Prachuap Khiri Khan, Chumphon, Hat Yai, connecting travel throughout Thailand.
Ms. Benjawan Ongsri, Executive Director of Shopping Center and Leasing Department, Lotus, said, “According to Lotus’ announcement of sustainability policy ‘Vision 2030. Actions every day’ covering sustainable development in terms of environment, society and corporate governance (ESG). ) is integrated into the business plan. which is consistent with the goals of Bangkok On the BCG economy (Bangkok Goals on BCG Economy) that leaders of the APEC economic zone jointly endorsed in the past meeting. that covers climate change management Driving carbon emissions to zero Sustainable trade and investment Sustainable natural resource management and waste management Lotus in the role of a leading organization in Thai retail business There is a commitment to help drive this goal as well.
Lotus has announced its goal to become a carbon neutral organization (Carbon Neutral) by 2030. and become an organization with net zero greenhouse gas emissions (Net Zero) by 2050. which has action plans to achieve various goals Including reducing greenhouse gas emissions both directly and indirectly. Most recently, Lotus has partnered with Altervim to launch an electric vehicle charging station (EV Station) Altervim Super Charge piloted at Lotus North Ratchaphruek to support clean and convenient energy use. Convenience for customers who come to shop at Lotus to be able to charge electric cars.
The goal is to open 100 electric vehicle charging stations in the Lotus branch in Bangkok. and according to major cities and continue to expand the service of electric car charging stations in Lotus branches throughout Thailand in the future This will make Lotus the first Thai retailer to have the largest and most comprehensive range of EV charging stations in the country. Aiming to be a leader in clean energy retail and a SMART Community Center, a center for smart living in the community. which the use of electric cars It is a trend that is gaining popularity nowadays and is a trend in the future world. consistent with data from International Energy Agency estimates that by 2030 Worldwide there will be 145 million electric cars on the road.
for Thailand National Electric Vehicle Policy Committee Has issued a policy that by the year 2035 will prepare to cancel the sale of petrol cars Ready to support the tax reduction of electric cars. shows that in the future Consumers in Thailand will use more electric cars. Lotus is ready to help campaign and support the use of clean energy for consumers. and responding to the global trend of a sustainable future
Mr. Somboon Lertsuwanroj Chief Executive Officer of Altervim Co., Ltd. said, “Altervim aims to drive a sustainable society. Through various types of renewable energy business operations in cooperation with Lotus this time This is an important step in providing consumers with convenient access to electric vehicle charging stations. Because Lotus has branches covering all over the country. The first phase will pave the way for the opening of electric vehicle charging stations in Bangkok. and major cities covering all regions able to connect to travel throughout Thailand
Altervim Super Charge electric vehicle charging stations are now available at Lotus North Ratchaphruek as the first branch with 6 parking slots, 2 150 kW DC chargers, each with 2 CCS2 charging heads. Available to charge up to 4 DC Super Charge electric vehicles at the same time. which is a short charge All models of electric cars that support CCS2 can be charged at full capacity with the fastest time of no more than 20 minutes, depending on the battery size of the car as well. Two standard AC chargers with Type 2 chargers are also available via the Altervim Super Charge application to create a new experience for Lotus North customers. Ratchaphruek
Lotus North Ratchaphruek is a flagship branch of SMART Community Center designed on the basis of sustainability in terms of community, society and environment. In cooperation with Altervim at this branch, in addition to the Altervim Super Charge electric vehicle charging station, there is also an installation of solar panels measuring 7,100 square meters installed on the branch roof. It has a clean energy production capacity of 995 kilowatts, which can replace up to 25% of electricity consumption in the branch and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by as much as 13,400 tons of carbon dioxide equivalent. Throughout its service life of approximately 20 years, Lotus plans to install solar panels on the roofs of 1,042 branches and distribution centers with a total capacity of 135 megawatts by 2024.
