"SSP GREEN HAVEN: Protecting Life, Preserving Nature" Project 2025

Sermsang Palangan (SPN), a subsidiary of Sermsang Power Corporation (SSP), located in Khok Samrong District, Lopburi Province, has announced the significant success of its annual biodiversity conservation project for 2025, titled "SSP GREEN HAVEN: Protecting Life, Preserving Nature." This initiative marks a pivotal year where the company has united with all stakeholders, including contractors, local laborers, employees and community committees to collectively expand green spaces and enhance natural abundance. This effort aims to provide sustainable habitats for various bird species and other wildlife.

The "SSP GREEN HAVEN" project primarily seeks to balance the company's energy operations with the ecosystem. It focuses on wildlife protection, biodiversity conservation, and natural habitat restoration to foster a sustainable environment, guided by the strategy "POWERING a GREENER for BIODIVERSITY." This strategy encompasses four key areas:

• Habitat Conservation and Green Area Expansion: Maintaining and expanding green areas around the power plant to serve as wildlife habitats.
• Native Wildlife Protection and Biodiversity Monitoring: Conducting surveys and monitoring wildlife populations, while strictly adhering to wildlife protection laws.
• Environmentally Responsible Project Development: Strictly following Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) guidelines, and designing projects with wildlife considerations to mitigate local biodiversity impacts.
• Community Engagement and Awareness Building: Fostering cooperation and participation in environmental conservation activities.

Highlights of the Year's Activities and Ecological Benefits

On May 20, 2025, the company implemented the "SSP GREEN HAVEN" project, organizing significant activities that provided genuine opportunities for all stakeholders to participate. Beyond collaboratively expanding green spaces, activities were held to build understanding about the harmonious coexistence of renewable energy development and various living organisms. Notably, this year a total of 150 trees were planted, including Salao (Lagerstroemia loudonii), Jacaranda (Jacaranda mimosifolia), and Inthanin (Lagerstroemia speciosa). These trees not only provide shade and serve as food sources for insects and small animals but also offer numerous benefits to various bird species:

• Salao (Lagerstroemia loudonii): Its flowers and branches serve as food and shelter for birds.
• Jacaranda (Jacaranda mimosifolia): Its flowers attract insects, which are food for birds, while its dense foliage provides cover and nesting sites.
• Inthanin (Lagerstroemia speciosa): Its flowers and fruits serve as food for birds, and its sturdy structure provides perching and nesting spots.

In addition to tree planting, the project also organized a special "Bird Watching Tour" around the power plant, allowing participants to collectively experience the diversity of birds residing in the area. A collaborative biodiversity and ecosystem richness survey was also conducted, enabling all stakeholders to witness the tangible results of conservation efforts and recognize the importance of balanced coexistence between energy development and nature preservation.

This year, the project significantly amplified efforts to deepen biodiversity understanding and underscore the urgent need for tangible, cross-sectoral conservation initiatives. This was supported by workshops and information sessions focusing on the interconnectedness of ecosystems and renewable energy operations, highlighting the necessity of biodiversity conservation for long-term sustainability. The group company's consistent annual bird population surveys continue to monitor and assess avian status, providing a crucial indicator of ecosystem health. Furthermore, the principle of "No Net Loss" of biodiversity was prominently highlighted, reflecting the power plant's commitment to not only preventing net biodiversity decline from its operations but actively enhancing or restoring it. This comprehensive approach aims to foster greater awareness among all stakeholder groups regarding their shared responsibility in environmental stewardship.

Outstanding Achievements of "SSP GREEN HAVEN" and Bird Population Status

Sermsang Power has successfully fostered a thriving natural environment within and around the power plant, which has positively impacted local wildlife and migratory birds.

• Expansion of Green Areas around the Power Plant: The company has effectively maintained and expanded green areas around the power plant, making the environment suitable for wildlife. These green spaces have become safe havens for migratory birds and local animals, promoting local biodiversity.
• Protection of Birds and Other Wildlife: From the bird population surveys in 2024, a diverse range of bird species was found in the area. Their conservation status is indicated by the IUCN Red List (Least Concern - LC) and their protected status under Thailand's Wildlife Preservation and Protection Act B.E. 2562 (2019):
• Baya Weaver: Stable at 200-300 individuals (LC).
• Little Cormorant: Decreased to approximately 30 individuals (from 50-100 previously), Protected Wildlife Species No. 1 (LC).
• Red Junglefowl: Increased to 20 individuals (from 5-10 previously), Protected Wildlife Species No. 3 (LC).
• Red-wattled Lapwing: Approximately 50-80 individuals, Protected Wildlife Species No. 87 (LC).
• Crow: Approximately 5-10 individuals.
• Cattle Egret: Approximately 10 individuals (LC).
• Asian Openbill: Approximately 20 individuals (LC).
• Blue-tailed Bee-eater: (LC).
• Oriental Magpie-Robin: (LC).
• Common Myna: (LC).
• Rock Dove: (LC).
• Greater Coucal: (LC).
• Sooty-headed Bulbul: (LC).
• Common Kingfisher: Protected Wildlife Species No. 79 (LC).
• Black Drongo: (LC).
• Pied Harrier: (LC).
• Shikra: Protected Wildlife Species No. 50 (LC).
• Olive-backed Sunbird: (LC).
• White-breasted Waterhen: Protected Wildlife Species No. 115 (LC).
• Adherence to Wildlife Protection Laws: The company strictly adheres to legal requirements by preventing the destruction of bird nests, prohibiting disturbance or hunting, and maintaining safe habitats.
• Long-term Commitment to Ecosystem and Biodiversity Conservation: The group aims to maintain and increase forest areas around the power plant to enhance ecological diversity and provide wildlife habitats. Bird migration and breeding patterns will be continuously monitored each season to adapt conservation strategies for greater effectiveness. Future plans include additional tree planting, forest restoration, and community collaboration in environmental campaigns.

The "SSP GREEN HAVEN" project in 2025 is not only about expanding green spaces and enriching nature but also a crucial opportunity to raise further awareness about biodiversity and the harmonious coexistence between renewable energy generation and wildlife protection. This initiative unequivocally demonstrates Sermsang Power's role as a responsible renewable energy producer, prioritizing biodiversity conservation to truly be a nature-friendly renewable energy company.