The Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) has entered into a strategic collaboration with Chulalongkorn University, supported by Canadian partners, to develop carbon capture technologies aimed at achieving Thailand's Net Zero 2050 target. This initiative, formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding, will utilise the SARABURI SANDBOX as a pilot site for testing and scaling these technologies.

The collaboration brings together industry, academia, and international partners, including Environment and Climate Change Canada, the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation, and the Global Cement and Concrete Association. TCMA Chairman Surachai Nimlaor highlighted the partnership's role in advancing Thailand's climate goals through a Public-Private Partnership model. "This collaboration reflects the proactive role of the industrial sector in advancing the country's climate commitments," he stated.

Chulalongkorn University President, Professor Dr Wilert Puriwat, emphasised the university's role in bridging research with practical implementation, fostering 'Green Talent' to support industrial transformation. The initiative aims to enhance workforce capabilities and support Thailand's transition to a green economy.

Canadian Ambassador to Thailand, Ping Kitnikone, expressed strong support for the initiative, noting the shared commitment to climate action. The collaboration will focus on knowledge transfer and capacity building in greenhouse gas mitigation.

The SARABURI SANDBOX will serve as a testbed for developing scalable solutions, with outcomes informing national policy design. This initiative is seen as a key step in positioning Thailand as a regional model for industrial decarbonisation, integrating policy, technology, and workforce development into real-world applications

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