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Records of the foundation’s projects and activities in the Andaman region, from tree planting and sea turtle releases to education and community work.
On June 14, 2025, the Andaman Natural Resources Conservation Foundation (ANRCF), in collaboration with the Royal Thai Navy and the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources (DMCR), hosted a large-scale sea turtle release at Phuket’s pristine coastline. The event symbolized hope for the Andaman Sea’s fragile ecosystem and highlighted the importance of community-driven marine conservation.
Read moreOn April 19–20, 2025, the Andaman Natural Resources Conservation Foundation (ANRCF) organized the Save Andaman Turtles event at Natai Beach Resort & Spa in Phang Nga. The two-day gathering brought together 150–300 participants, including local residents, youth groups, and international delegates, to raise awareness about marine conservation and the urgent need to protect sea turtles.
On November 14, 2024, the Andaman Natural Resources Conservation Foundation (ANRCF), following the royal initiative of Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya, launched the Maya Bay Eco-Mooring Buoy Project. This milestone project addresses one of the most pressing threats to coral reefs — anchor damage from tourism boats — by installing eco-friendly mooring buoys to safeguard the fragile underwater ecosystem.
In 2019, the Andaman Natural Resources Conservation Foundation (ANRCF) signed a collaboration agreement with the Khao Lak Conservation Foundation, Phang Nga Province
From late 2019 through 2020, the Andaman Natural Resources Conservation Foundation (ANRCF) led a massive Big Cleaning Day initiative across 10 of Phuket’s most beautiful beaches. The campaign united schools, volunteers, government agencies, and tourists in a common mission: to tackle plastic pollution and preserve Phuket’s reputation as a world-class natural destination.
In 2018, the Andaman Natural Resources Conservation Foundation (ANRCF) expanded its organisational mission by linking "environmental conservation" with "creative economy development" through the Creative Economy Innovation Project in Lan Saka District, Nakhon Si Thammarat Province
On November 3, 2017, the Andaman Natural Resources Conservation Foundation (ANRCF) organized the Ruam Jai Rak Andaman project at Patong Beach, Phuket. This event was designed to unite volunteers, students, local authorities, and tourists in a shared mission to protect and restore the Andaman coastline. With its mix of environmental action, community participation, and cultural pride, the project captured the spirit of grassroots conservation.
In May 2017, the Andaman Natural Resources Conservation Foundation (ANRCF) organized Jazz by the Sea 2, a cultural and environmental celebration held at Patong Beach, Phuket. This landmark event brought together music, community, and conservation in a powerful demonstration of unity. The program not only honored the legacy of King Rama IX, who was deeply connected to jazz, but also celebrated the accession of King Rama X.
In January 2017, the Andaman Natural Resources Conservation Foundation (ANRCF) extended its mission beyond conservation by delivering humanitarian support to flood-affected communities in southern Thailand. Partnering with the Royal Thai Army and local organizations, the foundation brought aid to families devastated by severe flooding in Nakhon Si Thammarat Province.
On December 27, 2016, the Andaman Natural Resources Conservation Foundation (ANRCF) had the honor of presenting a donation of 500,000 baht to Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn at Dusit Palace, Bangkok. The funds were raised from the Jazz for the King concert, organized by ANRCF earlier in December, as part of the foundation’s tribute to His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej.
