Resource and Material Efficiency Management
Environmentally Friendly Products and Services
Efficient use of resources and energy management are prioritized to reduce the impact of unnecessary material consumption. AP Thailand believes that ‘home is more than just a place to live in’ — it is about creating a sustainable quality of life. Every AP home is designed to grow with residents’ each stage of life, with attention to every detail, from design to the selection of quality, environmentally friendly construction materials. All under the 'Choose Green Environment' concept.
1. Energy conservation campaign activities by turning air conditioners on-off
Turning off electrical appliances when not in use, and choosing electrical appliances with energy-saving labels.
2. Selecting new innovations for energy conservation
For various projects, such as using green tinted glass, using heat-reflective paint certified with high efficiency energy-saving label No.5, designing buildings to receive more light and ventilation than legally required, installing heat-reflective sheets under roofs, flat slate flooring systems, etc.
3. Supporting projects which reduce electricity consumption
By installing solar power generation systems (solar cells) in sales office areas and project common areas, installing electric vehicle charging stations in high-rise projects, and supporting solar cell installation for homeowners who require it.
Goals
Proportion of environmentally friendly construction materials usage
Reduction of electricity consumption at headquarters
Total electricity consumption per employee
Alternative energy consumption (solar cells)
Reduction of water consumption at headquarters
Performance Highlights
Our Commitment
AP Thailand is committed to developing sustainable real estate projects, placing emphasis on the management of natural resources and the efficient use of materials. The company upholds policies that prioritize energy and environmental conservation, incorporating green building concepts and selecting products that meet energy efficiency standards, in order to create high-quality, environmentally friendly housing.
Supporting the SDGs Goals
Stakeholders Directly Impacted
Challenges and Opportunities
Efficient management of resources and materials in the real estate industry is a key issue AP Thailand places great importance upon. With the core challenges being the selection of environmentally friendly materials with low greenhouse gas emissions, maximizing the efficient use of natural resources, systematic construction waste management, increasingly strict environmental regulations, and the high cost of eco-friendly materials. Nonetheless, there are opportunities for development, including the adoption of circular economy principles to reduce construction waste and increase the use of recycled materials, investment in sustainable material innovation such as low-carbon cement, and the application of digital technologies to enhance resource efficiency.
Moreover, the shifting consumer demand toward environmentally friendly projects presents an opportunity for AP Thailand to develop projects that use clean energy, incorporate green spaces, and utilize materials with minimized environmental impact. This not only creates a competitive business advantage but also delivers long-term sustainable value to society and the environment.
Management Approach and Value Creation
AP Thailand focuses on developing sustainable real estate projects by efficiently managing resources and materials throughout all processes, from design and construction to usage and long-term building management, to ensure resources are utilized to their fullest potential and environmental impacts are minimized.
Sustainable Design and Construction
AP (Thailand) Public Company Limited places great importance on sustainable residential design and construction by integrating green building concepts and energy efficiency throughout its project development processes, both for low-rise and high-rise buildings.
The company designs buildings in harmony with nature. For example, by utilizing natural ventilation and incorporating natural light into common areas, to help reduce electricity usage. Materials with heat-reducing properties are also used, such as roof insulation, green-tinted glass to minimize heat gain, and environmentally friendly construction materials.
In 2025, the company collaborated with private sector partners to use materials and innovations that help reduce environmental impact, as follows:
- Use of environmentally friendly construction materials accounted for 55.82% of all materials used
- Supported the use of low-carbon cement and recycled materials in multiple projects
- Installed solar power systems (Solar Cell) in common areas of low-rise projects, with plans to expand to high-rise projects in the future
- Applied Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology in building design and construction, reducing production costs by 68 THB per square meter, and lowering design-related construction waste by 2,620 cubic meters
This approach reflects AP Thailand’s commitment to developing real estate projects that minimize environmental impact and promote sustainable quality of life for residents and surrounding communities.
Responsible Material Selection and Hazardous Substance Avoidance
AP avoids the use of hazardous materials by prioritising materials evaluated through Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), specifying Low VOC materials, and strictly prohibiting the use of asbestos-containing products across all projects.
Targets:
- Increase the proportion of materials assessed through LCA to 10% of total material procurement by 2029.
- Maintain the use of Low VOC interior paints at 100% across all projects (achieved and ongoing).
- Maintain 100% Low VOC specification for adhesives by 2032.
- Maintain zero use of asbestos-containing products in all projects (achieved and ongoing).
Efficient use of energy
As a leader in real estate development, AP Thailand recognizes the importance of efficient energy use at both the organizational and project levels. The company adheres to minimizing environmental impact alongside enhancing business efficiency as its core operational approach. The company therefore places great importance on systematic energy management and the adoption of technology and innovation to improve energy efficiency and generate long-term value.
In 2025, the company implemented various proactive measures to strengthen energy efficiency, such as installing solar power generation systems in both office areas and common areas of low-rise residential projects. These initiatives helped reduce reliance on electricity from conventional energy sources and significantly contributed to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. Throughout the year, the company used a total of 829.96 megawatt-hours (MWh) of alternative energy generated from solar power, an increase of 104.08 MWh from the previous year, representing 12.54%.
Alongside the promotion of alternative energy, the company continued to implement energy-saving measures within its office, including designing buildings to maximize natural light and ventilation, using thermal insulation to reduce energy consumption from air-conditioning systems, upgrading electrical equipment to improve efficiency, setting scheduled operating times for air-conditioning systems, and raising energy conservation awareness among employees. As a result of these concrete actions, the company was able to reduce electricity consumption at its head office by 18.36% compared to 2024.
Changing Behavior of Energy Use in Buildings
Incorporating Energy Innovations into Projects
Installing Clean and Renewable Energy Systems
Assessment Results Based on the Aqueduct Water Risk Atlas
Water Management and Resilience
The Company relies primarily on municipal water supply for construction activities and office operations. To promote responsible water stewardship, water stress risks are assessed using the Aqueduct Water Risk Atlas Version 4.0 developed by the World Resources Institute (WRI). Assessment results are used to support water management planning, water scarcity preparedness, and the implementation of water management measures in at-risk areas.
The Company's key water management approaches include:
- Promoting water efficiency through the 3Rs principles (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle).
- Conducting regular inspections to prevent leaks and water loss.
- Reusing treated water where appropriate.
- Installing water-saving fixtures and technologies.
- Monitoring water consumption and raising awareness among employees and contractors.
Furthermore, projects located in high water stress areas are subject to enhanced monitoring of water supply reliability, operational water dependency, local shared water-use conditions, and stakeholder engagement activities.
The Company engages with stakeholders during the EIA process for all projects. Following project completion, the Company continues to engage with surrounding communities on a semi-annual basis to understand local water-use needs, gather feedback on potential impacts, and assess water-related risks. These engagements support proactive water management, foster positive community relationships, and help ensure that project operations do not adversely affect water availability for local communities and other water users.
Additionally, flood preparedness measures and emergency response plans are in place to strengthen resilience against water-related disasters.
Energy-Efficient Residential Certification and Targets
AP continually participates in the Energy-Saving Label No.5 for Houses certification programme, administered by the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT). The certification assesses residential designs against energy-efficiency, innovation and passive-design criteria.
In 2025, AP had a total of 31 house designs across its residential projects, of which 25 were certified under the EGAT Energy-Saving Label No.5 for Houses. These certified designs represented approximately 80.6% of the Company’s total house designs within its residential property portfolio. To obtain the certification, each house design must meet the prescribed assessment criteria for energy efficiency, material selection, innovation and passive design.
AP will continue to promote energy-efficient design and third-party certification across its residential developments, with a target to have at least one residential project certified under an internationally or nationally recognized building management standard by 2027.
Building Partnerships with Business Allies
AP Thailand believes that driving sustainability in the real estate business cannot be achieved alone but requires collaboration with partners throughout the supply chain. The company focuses on building strategic partnerships with construction material manufacturers, environmental organizations, and experts from various fields to jointly develop innovations that reduce environmental impact and elevate industry standards sustainably.
One of the key collaborations is the joint development of low-carbon concrete innovation with CPAC (a manufacturer of construction materials and products), which helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the construction process. The company has already implemented the use of this material in its projects to concretely reduce its organizational carbon footprint.
Moreover, the company has collaborated with partners in energy management and efficient resource use, such as installing solar power generation systems in project areas and encouraging partners to adopt materials and technologies that enable more sustainable development.
“DOS Aeliftor x AP” Wastewater treatment system
The Company collaborates with suppliers and business partners to promote circular water management and resource efficiency across project sites. Through a partnership with DOS, AP developed the“Aeliftor x AP” wastewater treatment system, which incorporates upcycled materials recovered from used PP and PE plastic paint buckets generated from construction activities. These materials are transformed into Ball Turbine Media and reused within wastewater treatment systems, converting waste streams into valuable resources while reducing the need for virgin materials. The system was also redesigned to improve maintenance accessibility, upgrade energy-efficient motors, and incorporate a water recycling system. These enhancements have improved operational efficiency, reduced maintenance costs, lowered energy consumption, and improved treated water quality through increased dissolved oxygen levels. In addition, treated wastewater from the system is reused within project common areas for e.g. watering plants. This project supporting water conservation, reducing freshwater withdrawals and waste generation, and advancing industrial ecology and circular economy principles across project developments.
In 2025, the initiative was implemented across 22 housing projects, diverting 7,488 kilograms of plastic paint bucket waste from disposal, reducing annual energy consumption by approximately 48.61% per project, and enabling the reuse of 313,170 m³ of treated water annually. These outcomes demonstrate the Company's commitment to resource efficiency, circular innovation, and collaborative approaches to sustainable water management.
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