Chiang Mai Nayu Foundation

10/07/2026

CP Group has launched its Reforest Tokenisation initiative, with the Mae Fah Luang Foundation under Royal Patronage serving as the first partner in a pilot covering more than 10,000 rai in Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai and Tak. The initiative aims to connect carbon credits, blockchain and community forest income as part of Thailand’s wider natural capital economy.

A Reforest Tokenisation model aimed at turning Thailand’s natural capital into part of the digital economy, beginning with a pilot project covering more than 10,000 rai in Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai and Tak in partnership with the Mae Fah Luang Foundation under Royal Patronage.

The model is designed to use digital technology and blockchain to connect the economic value of forest restoration and conservation with a transparent and verifiable system. To learn more click on the link below.

CP Group has launched its Reforest Tokenisation initiative, with the Mae Fah Luang Foundation under Royal Patronage serving as the first partner in a pilot covering more than 10,000 rai in Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai and Tak. The initiative aims to connect carbon credits, blockchain and community forest....

03/07/2026

Thailand is pushing for compulsory solar rooftop standards by early 2027 to improve safety, support local supply chains and guide households.

“The push for TIS standards for solar-cell panel systems will serve as a roadmap to support Thai businesses in entering the domestic supply chain for fully integrated equipment production”. Ultimately, enabling home owners to generate passive income from their solar installations by selling excess electricity back to the grid.

Thailand is pushing for compulsory solar rooftop standards by early 2027 to improve safety, support local supply chains and guide households.

11/06/2026

We are sharing a very inspirational Thai organization, "Doi Tung", and its economic model that empowers communities, forests and businesses to grow sustainably. With 38 years of experience the Doi Tung Development Project under Royal initiative in Chiang Rai province, has proved that people, forests and businesses can genuinely grow and create value together. A Win-Win, not a Win-Lose.

Thailand’s sustainable development model is being taken to the next level and Thailand is preparing to present its community-science cooperation model at the 17th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity, or CBD COP17, in Yerevan, Armenia, later this year.

To learn more about this important work please visit: https://www.nationthailand.com/sustainability/net-zero/40066564

Thailand’s Doi Tung model shows how biodiversity can become economic capital, helping communities, forests and businesses grow sustainably.

26/05/2026

We were honoured to welcome representatives from Mahidol University during their recent visit to Chiang Mai, where they selected only a small number of community projects and foundations to meet and learn from.

It was a privilege to present the work and vision of our Foundation to Mr. Aung Win Tun, Program Director and Faculty Member for the MA ASEAN Studies for Sustainable Development Program, together with the visiting university representatives.

During the presentation, we shared our ongoing Sustainability Education English Program with local schools, our humanitarian community work, and the recent Chiang Mai Recycling Road map.

The visit was not only an opportunity to present our projects, but also a meaningful exchange of ideas surrounding education, sustainability, youth empowerment, and long-term community impact. We are deeply encouraged by the positive feedback and genuine interest shown towards our work, our values, and our commitment to supporting education, personal development, and sustainable opportunities for the next generation.

Seeing respected academic institutions recognise the value of our work reminds us why we continue moving forward with dedication, integrity, and purpose. We would like to sincerely thank Mahidol University, Mr. Aung Win Tun, and all representatives involved for the visit, the thoughtful conversations, and the recognition of our efforts here in Chiang Mai. The Foundation remains committed to building meaningful educational and humanitarian projects that create real impact for youth and community development in Thailand. Together, step by step, we continue building the future.

https://chiangmainayu.org/our-work/recycling-roadmap/

09/04/2026

On March 26th, we had the pleasure of delivering our Sustainability Education English Programme at Meritton British International School, engaging both students and parents in a full day of learning, sharing, and meaningful connection.

It was a truly positive and heart-centered experience. The energy in the room was open, engaged, and collaborative. Through interactive activities and discussions, we explored important topics such as waste management in Chiang Mai, while also raising awareness about the work of the Chiang Mai Nayu Foundation and our latest initiative, the Chiang Mai Recycling Road Map.

This marks our third consecutive year collaborating with Meritton British International School, and we are deeply grateful for the continued trust and support from the school directors and their dedicated team.

We are especially encouraged by the enthusiasm of the students and parents, and by the shared commitment to building more awareness and responsibility within the community.

It was a full and rewarding day for both of us, and we leave with a strong sense that this work is making a difference.

More to come 🙂🙏.

Luke and Susana.
https://chiangmainayu.org/our-work/education-for-sustainability/

30/03/2026

Dear Supporters, we are excited to announce the launch of a new program, the Chiang Mai Recycling Roadmap.

This work follows on from our foundations previous research on Waste Management in Chiang Mai.

Excessive plastic use and inadequate recycling practices negatively affect the image of Chiang Mai. A clean Chiang Mai requires waste sorting at the source and a coordinated recycling system that reduces landfill pressure, creates green jobs, and restores community pride.

Under the new Thai Public Health Act 2025, residents in Bangkok will pay less for their waste collection if they sort their waste at home before pick-up. The Thai Public Health act supports waste sorting at the source, and empowers municipalities to collect fees that reflect real costs.

The Chiang Mai Recycling Roadmap is to designed to enhance awareness among residents of the importance of key sustainability issues, and provide solutions. This plan takes into account what recycling initiatives have worked successfully in other countries such as Japan, Korea and the Netherlands. And it outlines the steps to be taken in order to provide waste recycling in Chiang Mai.

When the rules are simple, the bins are close, and results are public, participation follows.

https://chiangmainayu.org/our-work/recycling-roadmap/

26/03/2026

Today is a big day....🌟😊🙏

24/03/2026

Dear supporters,

We are announcing a great opportunity for Thai Volunteers (English speaking), to participate on an exciting ongoing educational project in Chiang Mai.

This is a career opportunity for Thai volunteers, on assisting translations English to Thai, to primary Thai students, once a week.

Thai volunteers that would like to participate on this project, would benefit greatly in developing their English skills for their professional career.

Please message us if you would like to know more about this project.
Thank you.
Luke and Susana.
Chiang Mai Nayu Foundation.

23/03/2026

When "Namwhan" Kotchasorn Phannarangsri travelled through the farmlands of North Carolina during her exchange year, a question began to form in her mind. Why couldn't the systems she witnessed there—farmers transforming waste into value, earning stable incomes, living with dignity—exist in her family's hometowns of Songkhla and Nakhon Si Thammarat?

Now, 20-year-old Chulalongkorn University student 'Namwhan' Kotchasorn Phannarangsri is applying circular economy principles to transform agricultural waste into valuable products.

Her ultimate goal is to restore dignity to farming by giving farmers more choices, knowledge, and direct market access to ensure they receive a fair share of value.

A worthy read and inspiration for all, to work with nature and nature based solutions.

'Namwhan' Kotchasorn Phannarangsri transforms agricultural waste into opportunity, proving farming can be both sustainable and dignified

11/03/2026

Building a Flourishing and Sustainable Chiang Mai 🌱

Over the past months we have been, researching, working on the ground, and learning more about how recycling can grow stronger in the city.

The photos we share today show moments from this journey — working on the research, teaching and donating a recycling bin to a local school.

Very soon we will publish on our website our first research of 2026:

“The Recycling Road Map for Chiang Mai.” ♻️

This project explores practical ideas and positive examples from around the world that can inspire a stronger recycling culture in the city — built through cooperation between communities, schools, businesses, and local institutions.

We look forward to sharing this work with the Chiang Mai community.

Stay tuned — the Recycling Road Map will be published soon. 🌱

Luke & Susana
Chiang Mai Nayu Foundation