Advanced Info Service PCL (SET: ADVANC) or AIS invites Thais to share love and educational opportunities with children in remote areas during the month of love through the campaign “Turn E-Waste into Internet for Kids.” Every piece of E-Waste disposed of will be converted into 1GB of internet, donated to schools in remote communities. This initiative is part of the Green Energy Green Network for THAIs project, aiming to promote learning and improve the quality of life for students in highland areas. E-Waste can be dropped off at any AIS Shop or at over 2,700 collection locations nationwide, including more than 235 partner organizations, from now until December 31, 2025.
Saichon Submakudom, Head of Public Relations and Business Relations Business Unit at AIS, stated, “AIS champions systematic E-Waste management and environmental awareness, aiming to be the ‘Hub of E-Waste.’ The ‘Turn E-Waste into Internet for Kids’ campaign, in partnership with allies, converts E-Waste into internet for students in remote areas. This initiative promotes proper disposal, protects the environment, and enhances digital access, supporting education under our Digital Inclusion pillar.”
The “Turn E-Waste into Internet for Kids” campaign will initially be piloted at six remote schools under the Green Energy Green Network for THAIs project, a collaboration between AIS, GULF, and the Highland Research and Development Institute (HRDI). The E-Waste collected will be converted into internet access for these schools: Ban Nong Bua School (Ban Dok Mai Sod Branch) in Tha Song Yang, Tak Province; The Hilltribe Thai Community Learning Center, “Mae Fah Luang,” (Ban Moko Poke) in Tha Song Yang, Tak Province; The Hilltribe Thai Community Learning Center, “Mae Fah Luang,” (Ban Khun Kong) in Mae Tha, Lamphun Province; Ban Mae Khong School in Omkoi, Chiang Mai Province; Ban Mae Mong Yao School in Mae Suai, Chiang Rai Province; and Ban Mae Tola School in Sop Moei, Mae Hong Son Province. The internet provided will be used to support teaching, learning activities, and promote reading through e-books on the AIS ReadDi Digital Library platform. AIS also plans to expand this initiative to other areas continuously.
