📍 Bang Kachao, a green oasis on an island in the Chao Phraya River just across from Bangkok, faces an important challenge: how can the area balance tourism and development with the preservation of its local economy, agricultural way of life, and unique green spaces?
Following discussions and a vote among participants, the vision that received the strongest support was “From Diversity to Sustainable Income.” One of the ideas proposed was to further develop Bang Kachao’s green spaces and explore carbon credits as a mechanism for generating sustainable income for local communities.
🌿 Every idea and vision shared by participants matters. Together, they will contribute to the development of Thailand’s National Action Plan (NAP) as part of the country’s commitment to the Open Government Partnership (OGP).
🚀📅 The journey continues on 14 September 2026!
The next “Community x Experts” forum will take the ideas generated today a step further, introducing digital tools, developing policy proposals, and identifying relevant government agencies and partners. By connecting different sectors and strengthening collaboration, the forum aims to turn shared ideas into concrete action for the future of Bang Kachao.
