A Study on Challenges and Adaptation Strategies of Plastic Packaging Printing Companies in Bangkok to Prepare for Carbon Footprint Assessment.

This research aimed to A Study on Challenges and Adaptation Strategies of Plastic Packaging Printing Companies in Bangkok to Prepare for Carbon Footprint Assessment. A survey research method was employed, collecting quantitative data from a multi -stage random sample of 216 establishments, with actual responses obtained from 42 establishments. The research instrument was a questionnaire, validated for Index of item objective congruence (IOC) and approved by Institutional Review Board (IRB). The findings revealed that most respondents were female, aged 20–30 years, holding a bachelor’s degree, working as operational staff in large establishments with machinery capacity exceeding 75 horsepower and registered capital over 100 million baht. Among those who had conducted Carbon Footprint assessments, most had assessed the Carbon Footprint of Product (CFP) and demonstrated high awareness, with the main motivation being to enhance corporate image. The most frequently cited problems included incomplete energy and raw material data, as well as a lack of technology and skilled personnel for data management. For those who had never conducted an assessment, although they recognized its importance, they lacked knowledge of the process and standards and perceived that assessments were not yet mandated in Thailand. Key adaptation strategies included systematic data collection on energy, raw materials, and production technology; personnel training; collaboration with government agencies such as the Thailand Greenhouse Gas Management Organization (TGO); and promoting environmental policies within industry associations. The findings can serve as policy guidance to support the readiness of the plastic packaging industry for Carbon Footprint assessment and contribute to sustainable development in the future.