Author: Kittipong Bunlear

Sustainability and Stewardship Walailak University recognizes the importance of making efficient use of existing land and infrastructure while supporting the sustainable development of its campus. Where appropriate, the University seeks to redevelop previously used or disturbed land rather than expanding development into new areas. This approach helps optimize land resources, reduce pressure on undeveloped areas, and support the continued improvement of facilities for the university community.As part of this approach, Walailak University has redeveloped brownfield land for the development of the WU Badminton Court, transforming a previously utilized site into a functional sports facility. The project demonstrates how the reuse and redevelopment of existing land can contribute to sustainable campus development while providing students, staff, and the wider university community with improved opportunities for physical activity, recreation, and well-being. Transforming…

Sustainability and Stewardship As universities continue to expand their educational, research, and support facilities, the construction of new buildings presents an important opportunity to integrate sustainability into long-term campus development. New buildings can have significant impacts on energy and water consumption, material use, waste generation, greenhouse gas emissions, and the surrounding environment throughout their life cycle. Therefore, incorporating sustainable standards from the planning and design stages is essential to ensure that campus development supports environmental responsibility while providing safe, healthy, accessible, and efficient spaces for students, staff, and the wider university community.Walailak University recognizes that sustainable building development is an important component of responsible campus planning. Rather than considering sustainability only after construction is completed, the University seeks to incorporate sustainable principles into the development of new buildings from the…

Sustainability and Stewardship Walailak University is closely connected with the surrounding local communities, where some residents continue to face socio-economic challenges that affect their access to secure and affordable housing. The Satit Walailak Pattana community, located behind the University, is one such community where households have experienced difficulties in securing stable housing due to limited financial resources, insufficient access to housing finance, and other economic constraints. For some families, these challenges have resulted in continued reliance on rented accommodation, making it more difficult to establish long-term residential and financial stability. Recognizing the importance of adequate housing as a foundation for community well-being and sustainable development, Walailak University has worked in collaboration with local authorities to support efforts addressing housing needs and improving living conditions for local residents. Collaborative Action to…

Sustainability and Stewardship Walailak University places great importance on prioritizing pedestrian access for students, staff, and visitors as part of its commitment to creating a safe, accessible, and sustainable campus environment. The university has developed campus infrastructure to provide pedestrian walkways across key areas of the campus, supporting safe and convenient movement between academic buildings, student dormitories, libraries, cafeterias, and outdoor activity spaces. These pedestrian facilities form an important part of the university’s Sustainable Campus Policy, which seeks to create an environment conducive to learning, living, and working.The development of pedestrian infrastructure also reflects the university’s commitment to inclusive and sustainable campus planning. Walkways are designed with consideration for safety, accessibility, and Universal Design principles to facilitate movement for people with diverse mobility needs, including persons with disabilities. Where applicable,…

Sustainability and Stewardship Access to safe, affordable, and suitable housing is an important factor in enabling students to pursue higher education successfully. For many students, particularly those from low-income households or those who travel from distant areas, the cost of accommodation, transportation, food, and other living expenses can create significant financial pressures. Providing affordable housing close to educational facilities can help reduce these burdens while allowing students to live in a safe, supportive, and convenient environment.Walailak University recognizes that access to affordable accommodation is an important component of an inclusive and student-centered campus. By providing reasonably priced on-campus housing and continuously developing residential facilities, the University helps students reduce living and commuting expenses while improving their access to classrooms, learning resources, healthcare, recreational facilities, and other essential campus services. On-campus…

Sustainability and Stewardship Access to safe, adequate, and affordable housing is an important component of employee well-being and quality of life. For university employees, housing costs can represent a significant part of household expenditure, particularly for those who have recently joined the university, employees with lower incomes, or those who relocate from other areas to work on campus. Providing affordable housing options can therefore help reduce financial pressure and enable employees to live in a safe and convenient environment close to their workplace.Walailak University recognizes that supporting employees goes beyond providing salaries and employment opportunities. A supportive workplace should also consider the living conditions and everyday needs of its workforce. By providing affordable housing and accommodation options for employees, the University seeks to improve access to decent living conditions, reduce…

Sustainability and Stewardship Modern workplaces increasingly require organizations to develop flexible working arrangements that allow employees to continue performing their responsibilities beyond the traditional office environment. For a large university community, where employees may live in different communities and travel considerable distances to campus, providing appropriate alternatives to daily commuting can contribute to operational resilience, employee flexibility, and more sustainable mobility.Remote working is particularly valuable when circumstances make travelling to the workplace difficult or unsafe. Natural disasters, epidemics, emergency situations, and other unexpected events can disrupt transportation and limit access to workplaces. Having an established mechanism for employees to work remotely enables an organization to maintain essential operations and services while reducing the need for employees to travel during such circumstances.Flexible working arrangements can also contribute to more sustainable commuting…

Sustainability and Stewardship Walailak University recognizes sustainable commuting as an important component of creating a safe, accessible, environmentally responsible, and sustainable campus. Daily travel by students, staff, and visitors can contribute to traffic congestion, energy consumption, and greenhouse gas emissions when it relies heavily on conventional fuel-powered vehicles. Promoting more sustainable modes of transportation can help reduce these impacts while supporting healthier and more convenient mobility across the university.To encourage a shift toward more sustainable commuting practices, Walailak University has undertaken a range of measures that provide practical alternatives to private and fuel-powered transportation. These efforts are designed to make walking, cycling, shared transportation, and electric mobility more convenient and accessible for the university community. By improving transportation options and supporting lower-carbon forms of mobility, the university aims to reduce…

Sustainability and Stewardship Walailak University is committed to serving as a model of green living both within and beyond the campus. The university has implemented comprehensive initiatives to promote environmental awareness and encourage active participation among students, staff, academic and administrative units, and external stakeholders. These efforts are integrated into a broad range of green campus policies covering landscape management, energy conservation, waste reduction and management, water resource management, sustainable transportation, and environmental education.As part of these efforts, the university has developed a sustainable commuting strategy that promotes walking, cycling, carpooling, and vanpooling as alternatives to individual vehicle use. A key measure is the restriction of vehicle access in designated areas of the campus. This approach has encouraged greater pedestrian movement, reduced fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions, and helped…