Bangkok Rooftop Farming Co., Ltd.
Bangkok, Thailand · Operator: Bangkok Rooftop Farming Co., Ltd.
Overview
Bangkok Rooftop Farming transforms unused rooftops and empty spaces into circular urban farms powered by organic compost from food waste. Closes the loop by converting waste from hotels and communities into nutrients for rooftop production. Addresses Bangkok's daily 9,000 tons of waste, 60% of which is organic food waste.
Citizen participation
Community participation in food waste collection from hotels and businesses. Citizen involvement in composting and rooftop farming training workshops.
Operating model
Integrated B2B-B2C model. Revenue from corporate waste disposal services, fresh produce sales, and corporate sustainability programs.
Impact
Eliminates 200kg of food waste daily at Center One Shopping Plaza location, contributing to 22.5 tons annual carbon credit reduction. Aligns with UN SDGs on circular economy and sustainable cities.
Land tenure
Rooftop and empty space sites secured through lease agreements with building owners
Crops
- rice
- vegetables
- herbs
- fruits
Scale
Multiple rooftop locations including Center One Shopping Plaza
Sources（2）
This entry is compiled from the public sources, official sites and research below.
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