{"id":42033,"date":"2025-12-29T15:30:00","date_gmt":"2025-12-29T08:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/?p=42033"},"modified":"2026-01-07T12:08:15","modified_gmt":"2026-01-07T05:08:15","slug":"mhesi-nxpo-highlights-universities-as-key-drivers-in-thailands-net-zero-transition-by-2050","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/en\/42033\/","title":{"rendered":"MHESI-NXPO highlights universities as key drivers in Thailand&#8217;s Net Zero transition by 2050"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>On 23 December 2025, Dr. Surachai Sathitkunarat, President of NXPO, delivered a keynote address entitled \u201cThe Transition to ESG Universities: Change Agents for Sustainability\u201d at the seminar \u201cDriving Green University Policies toward Sustainable Universities.\u201d Hosted by the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI), the event attracted strong interest from MHESI partner organizations across both the public and private sectors.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MHESI-NXPO-highlights-the-role-of-university-in-Thailands-net-zero-transition_01-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42036\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MHESI-NXPO-highlights-the-role-of-university-in-Thailands-net-zero-transition_01-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MHESI-NXPO-highlights-the-role-of-university-in-Thailands-net-zero-transition_01-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MHESI-NXPO-highlights-the-role-of-university-in-Thailands-net-zero-transition_01-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MHESI-NXPO-highlights-the-role-of-university-in-Thailands-net-zero-transition_01-1.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Dr. Surachai highlighted the growing demand for a green workforce driven by emerging policy and regulatory developments, including sustainability disclosure and ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) reporting requirements, the Climate Change Act mandating greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reporting, and the introduction of an Emissions Trading System (ETS). These mechanisms create the need for expanded verification and advisory services, as well as increased deployment and investment in climate-related technologies such as carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS) and green hydrogen. It is projected that demand for climate-related professionals in 2030 will reach approximately 235,000\u2013275,000 people.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MHESI-NXPO-highlights-the-role-of-university-in-Thailands-net-zero-transition_02-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42037\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MHESI-NXPO-highlights-the-role-of-university-in-Thailands-net-zero-transition_02-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MHESI-NXPO-highlights-the-role-of-university-in-Thailands-net-zero-transition_02-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MHESI-NXPO-highlights-the-role-of-university-in-Thailands-net-zero-transition_02-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MHESI-NXPO-highlights-the-role-of-university-in-Thailands-net-zero-transition_02.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>He emphasized that while multiple stakeholders are involved in building a climate technology ecosystem, effective collaboration among three key sectors under the triple helix model is critical. This includes leadership from the private sector and industry, knowledge support from higher education institutions, and facilitation by government agencies. In particular, stronger support is needed to promote technology adoption among startups to ensure that innovations can be successfully commercialized and brought to market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Surachai also outlined NXPO\u2019s role in advancing Thailand\u2019s climate action agenda, including its function as Thailand\u2019s National Designated Entity (NDE)\u2014the central coordinating body for climate technology development and transfer under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). In addition, NXPO serves as the coordinating agency for Thailand\u2019s Second Technology Needs Assessment (TNA), a key instrument for identifying the country\u2019s priority climate technologies for submission to the UNFCCC.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MHESI-NXPO-highlights-the-role-of-university-in-Thailands-net-zero-transition_03-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42038\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MHESI-NXPO-highlights-the-role-of-university-in-Thailands-net-zero-transition_03-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MHESI-NXPO-highlights-the-role-of-university-in-Thailands-net-zero-transition_03-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MHESI-NXPO-highlights-the-role-of-university-in-Thailands-net-zero-transition_03-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MHESI-NXPO-highlights-the-role-of-university-in-Thailands-net-zero-transition_03.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Furthermore, NXPO has collaborated with the Department of Climate Change and Environment (DCCE), Thailand Science Research and Innovation (TSRI), and the Council of University Presidents of Thailand (CUPT) to develop frameworks and research agendas on climate change. These efforts aim to generate research that directly addresses practical challenges, structured around three main programs: greenhouse gas mitigation, climate resilience and adaptation, and systems research.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MHESI-NXPO-highlights-the-role-of-university-in-Thailands-net-zero-transition_04-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42040\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MHESI-NXPO-highlights-the-role-of-university-in-Thailands-net-zero-transition_04-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MHESI-NXPO-highlights-the-role-of-university-in-Thailands-net-zero-transition_04-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MHESI-NXPO-highlights-the-role-of-university-in-Thailands-net-zero-transition_04-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MHESI-NXPO-highlights-the-role-of-university-in-Thailands-net-zero-transition_04-1.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>NXPO has also advanced the Net Zero Campus initiative in collaboration with the Sustainable University Network of Thailand (SUN Thailand), positioning higher education institutions as a driving force in Thailand\u2019s pathway toward net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Recognizing disparities in institutional capacity, large universities are expected to serve as mentors and leaders in supporting other institutions through the transition. Particular emphasis is also placed on regional universities, which play a vital role in addressing area-based and local climate challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MHESI-NXPO-highlights-the-role-of-university-in-Thailands-net-zero-transition_05-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42041\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MHESI-NXPO-highlights-the-role-of-university-in-Thailands-net-zero-transition_05-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MHESI-NXPO-highlights-the-role-of-university-in-Thailands-net-zero-transition_05-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MHESI-NXPO-highlights-the-role-of-university-in-Thailands-net-zero-transition_05-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MHESI-NXPO-highlights-the-role-of-university-in-Thailands-net-zero-transition_05.jpg 1419w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>\u201cUniversities can significantly support the country\u2019s transition, but their roles must evolve\u2014for example, by shifting from a primary focus on research publications toward addressing national and local challenges, strengthening international collaboration, and building partnerships,\u201d Dr. Surachai concluded.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MHESI-NXPO-highlights-the-role-of-university-in-Thailands-net-zero-transition_06-1-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42043\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MHESI-NXPO-highlights-the-role-of-university-in-Thailands-net-zero-transition_06-1-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MHESI-NXPO-highlights-the-role-of-university-in-Thailands-net-zero-transition_06-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MHESI-NXPO-highlights-the-role-of-university-in-Thailands-net-zero-transition_06-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MHESI-NXPO-highlights-the-role-of-university-in-Thailands-net-zero-transition_06-1.jpg 1478w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>On 23 December 2025, Dr. Surachai Sathitkunarat, Presid [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":42034,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[30],"tags":[2305,1849,2432],"class_list":["post-42033","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news-en","tag-esg-en","tag-net-zero-campus-en","tag-netzero-en"],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MHESI-NXPO-highlights-the-role-of-university-in-Thailands-net-zero-transition.jpg","author_info":{"display_name":"admin","author_link":"https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/author\/adminsti\/"},"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MHESI-NXPO-highlights-the-role-of-university-in-Thailands-net-zero-transition.jpg","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/42033","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=42033"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/42033\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":42044,"href":"https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/42033\/revisions\/42044"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/42034"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=42033"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=42033"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=42033"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}