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2.9 Impactful University Program(s) on Climate Change

Kasetsart University promotes the design of buildings for energy conservation in accordance with the law.

Dr. Damrong Sriphraram, Vice-Chancellor for Administration, Kasetsart University, and Mr. Ruangdesh Punduang, the Deputy Director-General of the Department of Alternative Energy Development and Efficiency (DEDE) signed a Memorandum of Understanding on Cooperation ‘Promoting the Design of Buildings for Energy Conservation in Accordance with the Law’. Dr. Parmesh Kamhaengritthirong, Dean, Faculty of Architecture, Kasetsart University also participated in the signing ceremony of the Memorandum of Understanding.

The objective is to integrate standards in the design of energy conservation buildings into the development of knowledge for teaching and learning in educational institutions, personnel development, and training units for the audit of buildings for energy conservation in accordance with the standards. Aiming to create an energy conservation auditor in the building to achieve the planned targets, aiming to adopt renewable energy and reduce energy consumption by 30%, will contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 20-25% in accordance with the carbon neutrality target to the net zero emissions target, and set a good example for other educational institutions.

The BEC standards started around the first quarter of 2022, after enforcement, have prepared plans and mechanisms for continuous monitoring and evaluation of enforcement to ensure that such operations will result in energy conservation in the building sector and achieve the objectives of the Energy Conservation Plan, which aims to reduce energy consumption by 30% in 2037.

Academic Training Program on ‘Creating Connected Outcomes for Sustainable Green Library Development.

On February 18, 2022, Associate Professor Dr. Phayung Meesad Director, Central Library, Assistant Professor Dr. Wathini Nuipian Deputy Director of Administration and Special Affairs, Professor Dr. Rodjarin Rattanasoontron, Deputy Director of Digital Innovation and Information Resources, and Associate Professor Dr. Chatchan Thongchap The Director of the Office of Technical Development Studies, advisor to the Energy and Environmental Management Committee, along with central library personnel, participated in an academic training program titled ‘Creating Connected Outcomes for the Sustainable Development of Green Library (Green Office)’ under the Energy and Environment Management Committee in online format, with the honor of the speaker, Mr. Thanaporn Chimpae Chairman, Green Library Audit Department, Kasetsart University Library.

The objective is to provide personnel with knowledge and understanding about green libraries and green offices, to raise good consciousness, to raise awareness of energy savings and environmental conservation, to participate in the sustainable development of green libraries. Such cooperation will benefit the development of knowledge services on energy conservation and the environment. It also helps to raise awareness and responsibility for energy and the environment for sustainable development on energy and environmental consciousness.

After the completion of the project, personnel gain more knowledge and realize the conservation of energy and the environment by focusing on changing behaviors in daily life, which will result in sustainable development. It is not only about meeting the criteria that have been put in place to pass the audit, but also expecting to be able to apply the knowledge to the development of the Central Library and prepare for the green library assessment.

Digital Enterprise Energy Management Project (DIGITAL PLATFORM)

On Thursday, April 21, 2022, Kasetsart University held a signing ceremony for the Memorandum of Understanding on Digital Platform in collaboration with the Provincial Electricity Authority. Dr. Jongrak Vacharinrat Rector of Kasetsart University and Mr. Supachai Ekoun The Provincial Electricity Authority’s Governor, signed the memorandum of understanding and was honored by the executives of both agencies to testify.

Integrated operations with provincial electricity to develop management capacity, production, and use of renewable and clean energy under the project to promote the use of renewable energy by installing a solar farm system of not less than 3 megawatts in an area of 27.5 rai in the area of Kasetsart University, Kamphaeng Saen Campus, Kamphaeng Saen District, Nakhon Pathom Province.

Focusing on the use of modern, efficient technology and digital platform to reduce energy costs, create energy immunity, and respond to future economic crises or energy crises, as well as be a source of learning about renewable energy in the western region of Thailand via online WebEx meeting at Kamphonadunwit Conference Room, 50th Anniversary Communication Building, Kasetsart University.

Organized a lecture on ‘Energy Conservation in Office Buildings’

KU R&D Institute held a lecture on ‘Energy Conservation in Office Buildings’, lectured by Professor Panyawat Gomutbutra from the Institute of Energy Engineering, Kasetsart University, to transfer knowledge on the subject of global energy and measures to save energy both in daily life and in office buildings in order to benefit the personnel, implementing the practices to save energy both at home and further departments at the Ruby Meeting Room, Suwan Vajokkasiki Building, KU Research and Development Institute.

Kasetsart University, developing a demonstration center for the production of renewable energy from biomass fuels/community waste.

Faculty of Engineering Kamphaeng Saen Kasetsart University The Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI), and Clean City Co., Ltd. signed a memorandum of understanding on ‘Demonstration Center Development project for the production of renewable energy from biomass fuels and community waste’ with a period of 2 years to promote, support, and develop training courses and technology transfer on research and development of renewable energy from biomass and community waste, promote the value addition of biomass fuels and community waste to economic value to personnel of government agencies, private sectors, higher education institutions, and individuals.

This cooperation is due to the awareness and recognition of the importance of promoting integrated cooperation and strengthening the capacity of local government organizations to manage natural resources and the environment. Therefore, solving this problem requires cooperation from all parties to strengthen the workforce by establishing demonstration courses on waste management as renewable energy from bio and community waste with waste sorting technology, pollution control technology and automation for power plants of various sizes suitable for each community, in order to transfer the technology of bio-based renewable energy production and community waste to the personnel of government agencies, the private sector, higher education institutions, and individuals.

VGREEN, KU, in partnership with TISI, launched the PMUC Research Project, recruiting 30 pilot companies to participate in the program.

At Ballroom A, Pathumwan Princess Hotel, VGREEN, KU, in collaboration with TISI, organized a seminar to launch the PMUC research project aimed at upgrading business operations under the circular economy concept to practical application in accordance with the requirements of the National Audit and Certification Standards, as well as developing the ability to be consultants, develop auditors, certification bodies to national audit and certification standards, circular economy management systems for organizations in accordance with international standards to ensure that organizations conduct business under the circular economy concept. This creates confidence among those involved throughout the value chain, promotes marketing, and increases competitiveness in Thailand’s global market. The seminar detailed the origins of the development of circular economy management system standard requirements and the interpretation of each of them. In addition, 30 pilot companies have been announced to participate in the project to obtain technical consultation on the implementation of circular economy management system requirements, as well as to undergo external audits for certification.

‘Thailand develops circular economy management system standards as a practical guide for the industry to drive circular economy policy concretely. This seminar was attended by 148 people from 71 companies, which showed that it has received a lot of attention from the industry, and the first 30 companies of Thailand are going to make history towards the certification of circular economy management system standards as the first country in ASEAN and the top in the region and the world.’

KU ECO GREEN CAMPUS PROJECT.

Gen. Surasak Kanchanarat The Minister of Natural Resources and Environment by the Greenhouse Gas Management Service Organization (Public Organization) presented this plaque to show that Assoc. Prof. Dr. Trin Saengsuwan, Vice-Chancellor of Kasetsart University Kamphaeng Saen Campus, which is the main project owner, has implemented the KU Eco Green Campus project, which has been registered as the ‘Thailand Voluntary Emission Reduction Program(T-VER) 

by Kasetsart University Kamphaeng Saen Campus, which has allocated 235.77 rai of land consisting of 3 zones as follows:

– Zone 1: 100 rai of reforestation area.

– Zone 2: Reforestation area, pond area 6 (behind personnel flats).

– Zone 3: Rubber tree planting area on the road from Gate 402 – Irrigation Gate.

The Thailand Greenhouse Gas Management Organization (Public Organization) organized a thank you ceremony and presented a certificate at the event ‘Hundred Hearts to Contribute to Reducing Global Warming’ at The Vibhavadi Ballroom, Centara Grand at Central Plaza Ladprao, Bangkok.

T-VER is Thailand voluntary emission reduction program (T-VER). It is a greenhouse gas reduction project developed by the Thailand Greenhouse Gas Management Organization (TGO) to promote and support all sectors. It participates in voluntary reduction of greenhouse gases in the country and can bring the amount of greenhouse gas emissions reductions generated, known as carbon credits, which under the T-VER program is called ‘TVER’, to be sold in the voluntary carbon market in the country. TGO has established criteria and procedures for developing the project. Greenhouse gas reduction methodology, registration and certification of greenhouse gases, must be projects that contribute to the reduction/ Absorb greenhouse gases generated within Thailand.

VGreen joins hands with TGO to support the service sector to upgrade to low-carbon businesses.

VGreen or center specializing in environmentally friendly business strategy Faculty of Environment, Kasetsart University joins hands with TGO to support the service sector to upgrade to low-carbon business Support the Thai service industry in assessing greenhouse gas emissions in accordance with the CFO (Carbon Footprint for Organization) guidelines to find ways to reduce their own greenhouse gas emissions, as well as participate in carbon offset activities by providing carbon credits from greenhouse gas reduction projects to partially or fully offset the organization’s greenhouse gas emissions. In addition, it encourages organizations to assess greenhouse gas emissions from event activities and achieve zero carbon offsets to carbon-neutral events.

The Center specializing in environmentally friendly business strategy organized a closed seminar and disseminated the results of the project to promote the project and pilot organizations, as well as a discussion on carbon footprint operations to enhance understanding for personnel and individuals on Thursday, September 9, 2021 via video conference.

The benefits that business units, public or private organizations will receive are to know the methods and results of the assessment of greenhouse gas emissions from activities in order to effectively reduce greenhouse gas emissions within the organization/event. The use of carbon credits from greenhouse gas reduction projects to offset greenhouse gas emissions at the corporate level, strengthening the organization’s image of social responsibility. The benefits are 

  • There are more greenhouse gas reduction projects in the country.
  • It helps generate additional income for communities or cities that develop greenhouse gas reduction projects. Promote communities’ well-being towards sustainable development.
  • Thailand reduces greenhouse gases net by net (4) reduces global warming.

VGREEN, in collaboration with TGO, published the successful results of ‘Expanding Carbon OffsetTing Activities to Support the Domestic Voluntary Carbon Market’.

The Center for Environmentally Friendly Business Strategy (VGREEN), Faculty of Environment, Kasetsart University, in collaboration with the Thailand Greenhouse Gas Management Organization (Public Organization) or TGO organized a seminar to disseminate the results of the ‘Carbon Offset Activities To Support the Domestic Voluntary Carbon Market Year 8 or TCOP8’ in online format in order to disseminate the results of such projects, as well as to disseminate carbon offset activities to the public. The drive to expand the carbon trading market and continue to offset carbon. This will help create demand for carbon credits from Thailand’s greenhouse gas reduction program, which is an important mechanism to drive the expansion of the domestic voluntary carbon market, create sustainable growth in a climate-friendly society and move towards net zero emissions. Mr. Kiatchai Maitriwong The Director of the Thailand Greenhouse Gas Management Organization over the opening of the seminar, which was attended by representatives from government agencies, the private sector, and service sector organizations, as well as those interested in participating via Zoom Meeting. 

Currently, carbon offset activities and certifications by TGO in the categories of organizations, products, individuals, and types of conferences/seminars and events have resulted in indirect reduction of greenhouse gases through the purchase of carbon credits from the Voluntary Greenhouse Gas Reduction Program in accordance with Thailand’s standards (T-VER) to offset carbon emissions of more than 700,000 tons of carbon dioxide equivalent. This year, under the TCOP8 program, 15 participating organizations, including 6 enterprise carbon offsetting organizations and 9 offset conferences/seminars/events, offset 86,499 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent greenhouse gas emissions.

This seminar consists of: The lecture on the 8th year of the Carbon Offset Expansion Program to support the domestic voluntary carbon market and the strategy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, which included Scope 3 GHG Emissions by experts from TGO and VGREEN, as well as an experiential discussion from Ms. Anothai Sangthong, Director of the TGO Carbon Market Promotion and Innovation Bureau, and representatives of service sector organizations, discussed the success factors of operations and the benefits of carbon-neutral events, as well as carbon offsets in the service sector.

VGREEN joins hands with TGO to expand carbon offset activities to support the domestic voluntary carbon market.

On February 22, 2022, the Thailand Greenhouse Gas Management Organization (Public Organization) or TGO by Mr. Kiatchai Maitriwong The Director of the Thailand Greenhouse Gas Management Organization presided over the launch of the project and signed the Memorandum of Understanding on ‘Expanding Carbon Offset Activities to Support the Domestic Voluntary Carbon Market Year 9 or TCOP9’ in collaboration with the Center of Specialization in Environmentally Friendly Business Strategy (VGREEN), The Faculty of Environment, Kasetsart University, and participating model organizations, with executives and officials from TGO, VGREEN, representatives from government agencies, the private sector and service sector organizations, as well as interested parties, witnessing the cooperation at Cateriya Room 2, Rama Gardens Hotel, Bangkok, and via VDO Conference, as well as live streaming via Facebook Live Streaming, Thailand Greenhouse Gas Management Organization – Public Organization.

The objective of this cooperation is to create knowledge and understanding of carbon offset and net zero emissions activities for all relevant sectors, and to encourage the public, private and industrial sectors, especially in the field of services, to carry out carbon offset activities in order to demonstrate social responsibility, as well as serve as a model for organizations to apply, as well as create demand for carbon credits from voluntary greenhouse gas reduction projects in Thailand. This will support and drive the voluntary carbon market within the country.

There are also lectures on Guidelines for evaluating corporate carbon footprint (CFOs) and organizing carbon-neutral conferences, seminars and events, upgrading ESG with One Report and disclosure of sustainability information on greenhouse gas management, carbon neutrality guidelines, and case studies of service CFO assessments by Ms. Anothai Sangthong, Director of TGO’s Carbon Market Promotion and Innovation Bureau, and experts from VGREEN, as well as the Securities and Exchange Commission. 

Thailand’s first!! The VGREEN Center has been registered as an external assessor of REC.

VGREEN Center, Kasetsart University has been registered as the first REC external assessor from EGAT, Thailand, Asst. Prof. Dr. Rattanawan Wealth, Director, VGREEN, KU or Center for Specialization in Eco-Friendly Business Strategy, Faculty of Environment, Kasetsart University Greenhouse Gas Monitoring Unit Standard TIS.14065-2560 (ISO 14065 : 2013). It was revealed that EGAT, as a local issuer in accordance with the International Renewable Energy Certificate Standard (I-REC), has certified VGREEN, KU or the Center of Specialization in Environmentally Friendly Business Strategies. Faculty of Environment, Kasetsart University The Greenhouse Gas Inspection Unit TIS 14065-2560 (ISO 14065 : 2013) has been registered as a 3rd party verifier for REC, renewable energy certification, which is *the first* and only one with 5 registered auditors and is available for assessment to certify renewable energy production from now on for the importance of renewable energy production certificate or REC. Asst. Prof. Dr. Rattanawan Wealth said it is a mechanism that enables power producers and users to claim the production and use of electricity from renewable energy with the approval of the authorities assigned by the owners of the mechanisms, helping to support the development and production of renewable energy projects. The private sector has the option of using renewable energy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This allows investors to develop renewable energy projects to generate more income from the sale of renewable energy production certificates. This is the creation of clean and sustainable energy sources in Thailand and also drives Thailand towards achieving the country’s greenhouse gas reduction targets. 20-25 percent by 2030, as pledged in the Paris Agreement, towards a low-carbon society.

Kasetsart University joins blue carbon study to reduce greenhouse gases.

The Faculty of Fisheries, Kasetsart University, together with Bangchak Corporation PCL (BCP), signed a memorandum of understanding on the ‘Feasibility Study project to use seagrass sources to help with greenhouse gas storage in coral reefs around Koh Mak and Koh Kradat, Trat province aims to achieve net zero target with Blue Carbon as one of the key tools. 

The goal of net zero greenhouse gas emissions must therefore be given a lot of emphasis on the transition to clean energy. Green businesses have continued to grow and encourage the use of carbon credit trading as an important tool in this transition to drive low-carbon businesses. It also focuses on promoting carbon absorption and storage to help address long-term greenhouse gases. Whether it’s studying investments in new technologies or supporting carbon absorption practices through a variety of natural ecosystems, such as terrestrial forestry, mangroves, and seagrass sites.

The project will also contribute to the restoration of seagrass resources for greenhouse gas reduction. Under the supervision of experts from the Faculty of Fisheries, Kasetsart University, Bangchak is pleased to support the stewardship of marine nature that also benefits carbon absorption exponentially. The project is not only good for the environment by focusing on reducing greenhouse gases, but also good for society through comprehensive research studies covering the potential enhancement of the area, as well as cooperation with local communities. The issues related to seagrass resources, greenhouse gas reduction and biodiversity conservation are not limited to those studied by the Faculty of Fisheries, Kasetsart University. We plan to use blue carbon analysis in coral reef seagrass resources in coordination with the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources and local residents, and collaborate with experts abroad, such as many universities in Japan. We sincerely hope that the results of this project to study the use of carbon credits from seagrass sources will be an important starting point for Thailand to contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere by effectively and concretely storing blue carbon in the ecosystem in the future.’

The Faculty of Engineering, Sriracha, in collaboration with EVall Co., Ltd., South Korea, organized EV safety training.

The Faculty of Engineering Sriracha, in collaboration with EVall Electric Vehicle Service, South Korea, organized a safety workshop for electric vehicles titled EV safety for 1st responder (firefighter) on April 29, 2022 at Building 23, Engineering Research, with Mr. Hookyung Lee, CEO, EVall as the keynote speaker together with Sriracha Faculty of Engineering Team.

The training received a lot of attention from the participants, including: 40 engineers, technicians, instructors, vocational networks, firefighters, emergency response teams, and general investigators.

VGREEN Faculty of environment Kasetsart University conducted a research project to develop the CIRCULAR MARK label specification for the first time in the world.

February 25, 2022, Center specializing in environmentally friendly business strategy (VGreen), Faculty of Environment, Kasetsart University in collaboration with The Thai Environment Institute Held a meeting to mobilize opinions from stakeholders for environmental label requirements for renewable products of the ‘Circular Mark’ under the research project. On the development of an environmental labeling system for renewable products to promote material circulation to drive Thailand’s circular economy policy at The Sukosol Hotel and online format via ZOOM and FB page, Thai Environment Institute.

CIRCULAR MARK label is a research project that VGreen, Faculty of Environment, Kasetsart University and Thai Environment Institute Foundation, together with partner agencies such as the Ministry of Industry, the Federation of Thai Industries, and the Public Sector, Private Sector, Civil Society for Sustainable Plastics and Waste Management or PPP Plastics Group, jointly implemented a project titled ‘Development of environmental labeling system for circular products that promotes material circulation to drive Thailand’s circular economy policy’. It is funded by the National Competitiveness Enhancement Management Unit or PMUC Circular Economy.

The ‘Circular Mark’ is a marketing tool that will enhance the use of resources throughout the value chain in order to preserve the country’s resource base and reduce environmental impact in all aspects.

CPF Run for Charity at Fort Adisorn

Charoen Pokphand Food Public Company Limited (CPF) in collaboration with the Thailand Greenhouse Gas Management Organization (TGO) organized the CPF Run for Charity at Fort Adisorn in the form of zero carbon dioxide emissions or ‘Carbon Neutral Event’ to campaign for all sectors to participate in reducing global warming sustainably. The event was honored by Colonel Panya Sudnawa, Director of Fortadison Hospital, Lieutenant Colonel Tagoon Prakobun, Director of Adison Camp Preschool Development Center, Mr. Uthai Sangwong, Director of Nong Khae Kindergarten, and Ms. Anothai Sangthong, Director of TGO Business Development Bureau, attended the opening event, along with more than 2,000 runners, who participated in the Green Run at The Cavalry Center, Khayadisorn, Saraburi Province.

This activity is organized to involve the general public in mitigating environmental impacts and also to raise awareness of society’s responsibility for sustainable conservation of nature by modifying daily consumption habits to make the most of resources and to achieve the objectives of this activity, especially to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Start by paying attention to the details in all the work, from using upcycling running T-Shirts, which are made from plastic bottle waste, to using biodegradable packaging instead of plastic and foam packaging, refraining from using foam for decoration or other consumables, as well as campaigning for people to reduce food waste.

‘This activity, in addition to promoting healthy physical health, also enhances the carbon-neutral running event to mitigate environmental impacts and be socially responsible for the sustainable development of Thailand.’

Faculty of Engineering Sriracha discusses cooperation approaches to studying and developing the use of e-Scooter Sharing platform with Enermotion Co., Ltd., South Korea.

On August 8, 2022, Kasetsart University, Sriracha Campus by Assistant Professor Dr. Supatchai Chomphan, Assistant to the President for Administration, along with Assistant Professor Dr. Uten Supatti Assistant to the President for Research and Innovation, Sriracha Campus and Faculty of Engineering, Sriracha, led by Assistant Professor Nantawut Sririyawat Director, Engineering Research and Services Center with Asst. Prof. Dr. Montri Phothisonothai Assistant Dean for Research and Innovation Dr. Nattapol Pannurat Assistant Dean for Information Technology and Dr. Daraporn Pusingh The Deputy Dean for Property and Physical Affairs welcomed Mr. Yoon Jongsu, Mr. Jung Hoon Sup, CEO of GBike Co., Ltd., Mr. Kim Seongha, CEO of Enermotion Co., Ltd., South Korea, and Mr. Hong Kijung CEO D.K. Mold Co., Ltd., to discuss ways of cooperation in the study and development of the platform, e-Scooter Sharing system for travel within Kasetsart University, Sriracha Campus, for the promotion of green university, zero-carbon campus, as well as cooperation in technology development and joint personnel development between the two departments at the Nonsi Sriracha Conference Room and Building 23, conducting engineering research.

Increasing green space, reducing the global warming crisis to low-carbon cities.

On July 7, 2022, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment by the Department of Environmental Quality Promotion in collaboration with the Department of Forestry and Kasetsart University Suphanburi Campus organized the event ‘Increasing green space, reducing the global warming crisis to low-carbon cities’ by Mr. Varawut Silacha, The Minister of Natural Resources and Environment (MNRE) has the honor of chairing the inauguration of the event, Mr. Chalermchai Papata, Director General, Department of Environmental Quality Promotion said the report was among more than 350 associates. It consists of: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Somwang Khantyanuwong Vice Chancellor for Advanced Graduate Development, Faculty of Management, Personnel and Students, Kasetsart University, Suphanburi Campus Executives and officials of agencies affiliated with the TAT, representatives of local governing bodies and representatives of local authorities, representatives of the People’s Network, representatives of participating schools in the Green Youth Camp were held at Kasetsart University, Suphanburi Campus, Bang Pla Ma District, Suphanburi Province.

KU’s Faculty of Environment seals Indorama Ventures to open a forum to learn plastics and the circular economy.

The Faculty of Environment, Kasetsart University (KU), in collaboration with Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited or IVL, a leading global chemical company operating sustainably, organized a training program and strengthened knowledge about ‘Plastics and the Circular Economy’ for more than 700 students and students.

To raise awareness of waste problems, including understanding of plastic waste, waste sorting and recycling, as well as expanding knowledge by creating a guide for community waste sorting and plastic waste management published online for interested parties free of charge.

Mr. Yash Lohia, Chief Sustainability Officer Indorama Ventures said, ‘As the world’s largest recycler of PET bottles. We recognize the importance of waste management and therefore encourage everyone to participate in creating a circular economy in a concrete way. We are working with corporate partners and educational institutions to further our understanding of waste sorting and recycling, which can be reused in the form of high-quality recycled yarns, fibers and recycled PET pellets that can be used in a variety of industries.’

Assistant Professor Dr. Surat Bualert, Dean of the Faculty of Environment, Kasetsart University, said, ‘Environmental issues are becoming a major issue that young people should focus on because in the future, leading companies are considering the new generation with environmental knowledge to contribute to the organization’s drive towards sustainability, which believes that the power of the new generation will help make the world a better place.’

The training focuses on proper waste sorting and management, the differences in plastic types, recycling, and circular economy approaches. In addition, the Faculty of Environment, Kasetsart University, and IVL have jointly created a guide to community waste sorting and plastic waste management, covering the correct and appropriate waste sorting, plastic recycling, and circular economy. Interested parties can download it on the Company’s website or bit.ly/IVLRecyclingHandbook.

Organized the 3rd edition of the training course ‘Production of banana cladding and cups from banana cladding and leaves to create added value from natural materials and reduce source waste’.

On Wednesday, September 7, 2022, the Environmental Engineering Operations Center, Faculty of Engineering Kamphaeng Saen, Kasetsart University held a training course on ‘Production of banana cladding and cups from banana cladding and leaves to create added value from natural materials and reduce source waste’. Narrated by Nonglak Lekruangruangkit Head of Energy and Environmental Engineering Operations Center and Supatra Khamsingh President of Baan Jaokorkluay Learning Center, Ratchaburi Province, with the team. Peeling banana cladding and drying Introducing the use of banana leaf cockerel presses and demonstrating the forming of banana leaf cups and cladding, practicing making banana leaf cups and cladding, with 28 participants.

Kasetsart University research and development of electric train systems – batteries.

Faculty of Engineering Kasetsart University signed an MOU with EA ‘Electric Train-Battery System Research and Development Project’ to gain national recognition into the ‘Thai Innovation Account’ conducted by the Faculty of Engineering in the research and development project of electric train and battery systems to cooperate in the research and development of innovations and production processes, electric vehicles, electric buses, electric trucks, and other electric vehicles, as well as battery systems and related systems. Fak ‘Amorn Saptaweekul’, Deputy Chief Executive Officer, stated the cooperation in order to drive innovation to national recognition through the entry of the Innovation Account, Thailand announced that it is moving forward to expand the business of full-speed electric vehicles. We are ready to be a part of reducing pollution sustainably to push Thailand into a carbon-free society. It collaborates in the research and development of innovations and production processes, electric vehicles, electric buses, electric trucks and other electric vehicles, as well as battery systems and related systems.

‘This partnership will support the push for innovation to national recognition through the entry of the Thai Innovation Account, in addition, the installation of charging stations to support large electric vehicles is completed with the most advanced Ultra Fast Charge technology, which takes only 15 minutes, called EA Anywhere, with the aim of modernizing public transport. It is convenient and part of helping to reduce pollution sustainably to push Thailand into a carbon-free society.

Kasetsart University co-created the energy innovation of the future.

Mr. Chaiwat Kovavisaraj Chief Executive Officer and President-General, Bangchak Corporation Public Company Limited and Dr. Jongrak Watcharinrat Acting President Kasetsart University signed a memorandum of understanding on academic cooperation in R&D to exchange knowledge and technology experience in bio-innovation research and development projects by integrating the core strengths and capabilities of each sector to develop new businesses or innovations and new ones that create value and benefits for society and the nation at Bangchak Head Office, Building M – Tower.

‘This signing with Kasetsart University is another step in the development of innovation and energy knowledge, with Kasetsart University as a knowledge center that covers technology, innovation, engineering, and agriculture and the environment, as well as the availability of personnel, tools and laboratories, which will help create modern energy innovations, be able to develop useful and practical technologies effectively, benefit society and contribute to the environmental stewardship, helping Thai people to have energy to use sustainably.’

(MOU) between Honam University, South Korea, and Kasetsart University by the Faculty of Engineering, Sriracha, for cooperation in the research and development of electric vehicles (EVs).

Associate Professor Dr Sattaporn Chueapheng, Dean of Faculty of Engineering, Sriracha, with assistant professor Dr.Ob Nilphai Associate Dean for Student Development, Dr. Vasant Tancharoen Associate Dean for Research and Innovation, and Assistant Professor Dr. Uten Supatti Assistant to the President for Research and Innovation The Head of The Power Electronics and Energy Management Application Research Unit welcomed Prof. Young-Kee Jung, Dean of college of AI Convergence (teleconference), Mr. Hookyung Lee, CEO of EVALL Company, Mr. Hoonsub Jung, CEO of Enermotion Co,.Ltd, and Mr. Hong Ki Jung, CEO of DK mold Company, to sign a Memorandum of Academic Cooperation (MOU) between Honam University, South Korea, and Kasetsart University, Sriracha, for cooperation in the research and development of electric vehicles (EVs), short-term training courses in EV safety, internship programs and co-operative education, research and development, AI integration, as well as collaboration in other activities under consideration by both parties at Building 23, conduct engineering research.

The British Embassy in Thailand held the EV 100 Roadshow, showcasing British ELECTRIC VEHICLE technology, and held the 26th UK-Thailand Smart City to COP Workshop.

Mr. Vivat Mahapaksirikul Deputy Governor of Chonburi Province with Mr. Ronakij Eksingh, Deputy Mayor of Pattaya Mr. Richard Porter, Commercial Consultant British Embassy in Thailand and Asst. Prof. Dr. Uten Supatti Deputy Dean for Research and Innovation, Faculty of Engineering, Sriracha, Vice President for Academic Affairs, Thai Electric Vehicle Association, attended the EV 100 Roadshow and UK-Thailand Smart City Workshop at Siam Bayshore Hotel, Pattaya, Chonburi, among the guests and media.

The EV 100 Roadshow and UK-Thailand Smart City Workshop was held to expand cooperation and build smart city partnerships between the UK and Thailand, as well as introduce the book ‘Smart City Guide’, which the Embassy has collaborated with the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society and the Digital Economy Promotion Agency. It is designed to present an overview of smart city development in Thailand, as well as case studies and expertise in UK smart city development that may benefit Thailand. It also pushes for low-carbon electric vehicle campaigns and the creation of smart cities that will reduce greenhouse gas emissions, which are the cause of climate change. And for the first time, the EV100 campaign has been launched as part of its goal of zero carbon emissions. It aims to promote cooperation with the private sector to drive policies on electric vehicles, both in the field of automotive and infrastructure.

In addition, the Embassy has collaborated with leading companies to showcase the technology of electric vehicles from the UK to the exhibition for attendees, such as Jaguar cars, premium electric SUVs, electric motorcycles, which are ride-hailing applications that aim to be 100% electric in the future, as well as classic blue taxis from Asia CABB, the ‘London Taxi’ prototype, and finally, the integration of lightweight flexible solar panel technology for tuk-tuks from the Thai Electric Vehicle Association.

Demonstration project on the perfect use of electric trains as public transport in the EEC (Pattaya City) area.

Dr. Chaiwat Klamphon Assistant to the President for Strategic Affairs, Eastern Special Development Zone Kasetsart University Sriracha Campus with Associate Professor Dr. Sattaporn Chueapheng Dean, Faculty of Engineering, Sriracha, Assistant Professor, Dr. Uten Supatti The Deputy Dean for Research and Innovation and Professor Nattapol Bunyapakdi, Department of Electrical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Sriracha, visited Mr. Sonthaya Khunpluem, Prime Minister of Pattaya Chairman of the meeting to present a demonstration project on the perfect use of electric vehicles in the EEC (Pattaya City) (Korea-Thailand Eco-Friendly E-TukTuk in Pattaya) area and present the development of a public transport platform using electric vehicles for cities in the EEC area at Meeting Room 131, Pattaya City Hall.

The Faculty of Engineering sriracha has collaborated with the Republic of Korea (South Korea) to implement the demonstration project to create a demonstration system for the use of public transport with electric vehicles, public transport management systems, charging systems, energy storage systems, energy management systems, and central monitoring systems to make Pattaya a model city for efficient, clean, non-polluting and sustainable public transport.

In addition, the project supports Pattaya to be a fully smart city by adopting tuk-tuks and transportation systems using solar energy to replace environmentally friendly fuels to facilitate citizens and tourists.

Integration of Teaching and Learning Area Khao Nam Sap.

Teaching students environmental science and technology courses Year 4, Faculty of Science, Kasetsart University, Sriracha Campus, has assigned 67 students to study subjects 01651421 techniques for collecting and analyzing environmental samples at the beginning of the academic year 2022, practicing the use of satellite geo-coordinate meters in the planning and exploration of biological resources and the general environment under the supervision of Mr. Methi Chanthropakorn, the instructor in charge of the course.

Two hands one mind restore nature’ activity.

‘Two hand one mind restore nature’ activity to restore marine resources and conserve endemic marine life forever. The marine release project is a continuation of the fact that the villagers of Ban Ao Udom community whose main occupation is fishing, and as the population increases, the demand for aquatic animals increases accordingly. The Ao Udom Conservation Network and the Ban Ao Udom Model Fisheries Group jointly conserve marine species from extinction.

Get rid of hyacinth with the use of fungi.

Dr. Arm Anatngam from the Department of Science, Faculty of Arts and Sciences, and Dr. Jintana Anatngam from the Department of Plant Diseases, Faculty of Agriculture Kamphaeng Saen Kasetsart University Kamphaeng Saen Campus uses the concept of eradication, using the concept of controlling hyacinth reproduction by biological methods that the idea invents rivers, canals. Hyacinths by biological means are another option to use living organisms to control organisms together by destroying the fungus, hyacinths develop abnormalities or diseases and cannot grow and propagate.

On July 11, 2022, Kasetsart University held a memorandum of understanding signing ceremony to bring research and development of science, technology and innovation to manage and solve hyacinth problems and create careers for the people between Kasetsart University and the provincial administration organizations of the seven provinces, namely Chiang Rai, Nakhon Phanom, Maha Sarakham, Sakon Nakhon, Nong Khai, Nong Bua Lamphu and Amnatcharoen.

The objective is to integrate cooperation to manage and solve the problem of hyacinths and weeds in water bodies to be a quality and environmentally friendly source of water, as well as to promote and develop labor skills and use local raw materials, develop products to generate income and create jobs for the people of the province.

Received awards from research, invention and innovation contests on national and international forums, including:

  1. Bronze medal award from the 15th International WARSAW INVENTION SHOW'(IWIS 2021) in Warsaw, Poland from 25-27 October 2021.
  2. Silver medal award from the research, invention and innovation contest at the 2021 Kaohsiung International Invention and Design EXPO (KIDE) in Kaohsiung, Taiwan from December 2-4, 2021.
  3. Gold award from research, invention and innovation contest at Seoul International Invention Fair (SIIF 2021) in Seoul, Republic of Korea from December 4-5, 2021.
  4. Gold Medal and WIIPA Special Award from research, invention and innovation contest at 2022 Shanghai International Invention & Innovation Expo in Shanghai People’s Republic of China, 14-16 April 2022.

Because hyacinth is a rapidly proliferating aquatic weed, and it is a problem for natural water resources, it is a problem for communities, agriculture, and transportation. However, there is no technology or approach that can sustainably remove hyacinths from water sources and reduce hyacinth removal budgets. Therefore, it has invented and developed fungal biopharmaceuticals that have the potential to control hyacinth infestations in water bodies. It has been investigated for safety in various fields, studying the mechanisms of causing disease by enzymes or substances created by fungi and affecting hyacinths to dry out. 

The success of this research can extend the utilization and transfer of technology in the form of academic services to communities including government officials, provincial administrations, and government agencies directly involved in the removal of hyacinths in water bodies such as major rivers, irrigation canals, and reservoirs in various districts to solve the hyacinth problem by applying it in conjunction with conventional methods, which will reduce the budget for the removal of hyacinths in various water bodies.

28th Canon Volunteer Event

Kasetsart University Kamphaeng Saen Campus led by Assistant Professor Krissana Jantarachot The Assistant to the President for Physical and Environmental Affairs, Kamphaeng Saen Campus, co-chaired the opening of the 28th Canon Volunteer event with executives from Canon Marketing (Thailand) Co., Ltd., which was attended by 30 participants. It is an activity organized for the environment while cultivating a collective consciousness to conserve the environment and create benefits to society. There are 2 sections of activities: the construction of 30 birdhouses and the planting of trees. This is in line with the policy to increase green space for Kasetsart University Kamphaeng Saen Campus.

Conference of the 6th Sustainable Universities Network of Thailand

On Thursday, January 20, 2022, Kasetsart University held a conference on The 6th Annual Conference of Sustainable University Network of Thailand and the 5th Sun Thailand 2021 Member Conference of Sustainable Universities (SUN Thailand) will be held in hybrid format and broadcast online via KU WebEx Meeting from 20 – 21 January 2022. Associate Professor Dr. Anuchai Pinyophummin, Vice-Chancellor of Kamphaeng Saen Campus, Representative of the Rector of Kasetsart University presided over the opening remarks, and Assistant Professor Ratchad Chomphunich, Vice-Chancellor for Student Affairs and Sustainable Development and President of the Sustainable University Network of Thailand 2021, discussed the objectives and format of this year’s conference under the theme ‘The Next Normal: Sustainable Actions for Higher Education During COVID-19′, which this year featured more than 37 universities participating. There is a network of conferences to network universities in various locations, focusing on presenting articles and posters of university personnel, as well as the Student Challenge contest, which is an ongoing event for international university sustainability networks such as the Asian Sustainable Campus Network (ASCN) and the International Sustainable Campus Network (ISCN).’ On the same day, it was honored by Mr. Danucha Pichyanand The Secretary-General of the Office of the National Economic and Social Development Council gave a special speech titled ‘National Development and the Role of Universities in Achieving Their Goals’. Later, best practice sharing: Sustainability Report was presented and exchanged from network universities.

Training Program ‘Smart Irrigation Systems for Sustainable Water Management Efficiency’ 6th Generation.

Kamphaeng Saen Promotion and Training Bureau, in collaboration with the Department of Irrigation Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Kamphaeng Saen, organized the 6th edition of the ‘Smart Irrigation Systems for Optimizing Sustainable Water Management’ course on June 4, 2022 for farmers and interested parties who want to enhance their knowledge, understanding, techniques and procedures for determining the proper irrigation of crops’ at the learning center for technology for human happiness and sustainability, Department of Irrigation Engineering, Faculty of Engineering Kamphaeng Saen, Kasetsart University, Kamphaeng Saen Campus Nakhon Pathom. It was honored by the Deputy Head of The Department of Irrigation Engineering, Faculty of Engineering Kamphaeng Saen (Dr. Chuphan Chompuchan) who welcomed and opened the training, and Asst. Prof. Boonma Pandit, Special Luminary, Department of Irrigation Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Kamphaeng Saen, and Professor Paisan Khantisa as speakers.

Sea cucumber farming and environmental quality factors in community-based farming sites in Ban Koh Pu area Koh Siboya Subdistrict Krabi.

The research team of The Andaman Coastal Development Research Station and Sriracha Fisheries Research Station, Faculty of Fisheries, Kasetsart University, together with the U2T team, Koh Siboya Subdistrict, and Ban Koh Pu Folk Fisheries Group, Koh Si Boya have collected water quality and environmental data, sea cucumber growth data under the Sea Cucumber Farming Research Project in Ban Koh Pu area, Koh Siboya Subdistrict, Nuea Khlong District, Krabi Province. It is based on a community engagement process by the Faculty of Fisheries, Kasetsart University. The project will help develop knowledge on sea cucumber farming, develop leech farming to generate income for the community, along with the conservation of natural resources in the area for sustainable resource utilization.

Project ‘Development of cultivation capacity and utilization of lobster lane resources (Panulirus polyphagus).

Establishing a system of lobster lane resource utilization activities for fisheries, offshore aquaculture, and conservation.

Research and development of lobster lane resource utilization in production processes and production optimization.

Faculty of Fisheries, Kasetsart University, by Mr. Vutthichai Oniam Head of Whale Canal Fisheries Research Station Ms. Rungthiwa Konsantud, a research assistant, with Mr. Piyawat Promraksa Fisheries Scholar and Mr. Natthapong Chumchuea, Research Assistant, Andaman Coastal Development Research Station go to 

(1) Koh Yao Yai, Koh Yao Yai Subdistrict, Koh Yao District, Phang Nga Province.

(2) Ban Khao Thong, Khao Thong Subdistrict, Muang District.

(3) Ao Nao, Laem Sak Subdistrict, Ao Luk District, and 

(4) Koh Pu, Koh Siboya Subdistrict, Nuea Khlong District, Krabi Province.

To conduct spatial research (ABC) in collaboration with fishermen, lobster farmers and lobster buyers under the project ‘Development of cultivation capacity and utilization of lobster lane resources (Panulirus polyphagus) to create innovative production and sustainable resource management’, funded by the National Research Agency (NRCT). This is to develop and promote activities to utilize lobster resources from the sea and from offshore cultivation to tourism, conservation, and proper utilization.

Kasetsart University Sriracha Campus with Hutchison Port Thailand Create Go Green and Green Education projects by planting trees and bringing life to waste or recycling.

‘Jetty’ is one of the businesses that affects the environment quite a bit because it uses energy to transport goods and services, causing pollution both waterways and land, as well as noise pollution. Hutchison Ports Thailand (HPT) announced its environmentally conscious business position to become a green port by adopting more new technologies.

International Faculty of Commerce Kasetsart University Sriracha Campus in partnership with Hutchison Ports Thailand aims to become a green jetty with sustainable growth. However, port operators face environmental challenges because the port area has many activities that contribute to the generation of greenhouse gases and can be noisy, and many shipping vessels that dock there are oil deposits at sea. However, the jetty business cannot be stopped because so many stakeholders have to use the ship’s transportation services.

In addition to applying technology in business processes, the company must pay attention to waste management and not allow any cargo ships at the mooring point to drop off sewage, paint or washing products, as well as regularly sort waste with the 3R principle of reduced quantity, reuse and recycle. There is also a wastewater treatment plant in the jetty that will manage all wastewater to reduce the amount of wastewater.

Importantly, in 2022, two main campaigns were launched: ‘Go Green’ project promotes the concept of waste to resources by collecting clean waste from jetties and nearby areas as recyclable products and donating to the people in the community.

For the end of 2022, green dock school activities are planned by planting trees and organizing recycling activities. These are considered to educate and protect the environment in the long run, as well as creating Go Green and Green Education projects by planting trees and giving back life to waste or recycling.

Asst.Prof.Dr.Rattanawan Mungkang, Faculty of Environment Department of Technology and Environmental Management Kasetsart University wins ‘Best Paper Award’ Eco Design in Tokyo, Japan.

Asst. Prof. Dr. Rattanawan Mungkang, Faculty of Environment Department of Technology and Environmental Management Kasetsart University wins ‘Best Paper Award’ Eco Design in Tokyo, Japan. It is the first academic presentation on Thailand’s carbon footprint certification and labeling system, which was initiated and developed for the first time in the world by DEQP (Department of Environmental Quality Promotion, Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment) in collaboration with TGO (Thailand Greenhouse Gas Management Organization (Public Organization)) and NSTDA (National Science and Technology Development Agency), under the implementation of a team of KU (Kasetsart University) experts by National and International Upcycling Expert, Asst. Prof. Dr. Singh Intrachooto Head of Creative Center for Environmental Design Faculty of Architecture and National and International Carbon Footprint Specialist, Asst. Prof. Dr. Rattanawan Mangkang, Director Center of Specialization in Environmentally Friendly Business Strategy (VGreen), Faculty of Environment.

Upcycle launched as a green business from using scrap materials to creatively design as a green product and reduce global warming. This enables the state to see a way to promote a constructive economy as a strategy to increase the value of waste materials, waste, unused materials or products, and carbon footprint. At the same time, it is becoming a global crisis of emissions from the production of goods and services to create the comfort of our human lives. The major sources of greenhouse gas emissions come from energy production, transportation, agriculture, as well as from waste management, carbon footprint certification and labeling systems, as marketing tools, meeting the needs of modern consumers who care about the environment and green business trends.

The highlight of upcycling products is that they help avoid greenhouse gas emissions.

From scrap landfills, upcycling products promote effective waste management because if these scrap materials are not utilized, it is an environmental burden. Valuable stories of products that reuse waste and recycle into equivalent or better products are channels for green marketing as well.