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TCMA, Chulalongkorn University sign MoU

Analysis based on 7 articles · First reported May 25, 2026 · Last updated May 25, 2026

Sentiment
60
Attention
4
Articles
7
Market Impact
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Market Impact

This collaboration is expected to accelerate Thailand>>>'s transition to a low-carbon economy, strengthening its climate resilience and enhancing competitiveness in a sustainability-driven global landscape. The development and deployment of carbon capture technologies in the cement industry could create new market opportunities and attract green investments.

Cement industry Environmental services Technology
Event Summary

The Steel Manufacturers Association>>> (TCMA) and Chulalongkorn University have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on developing and piloting carbon capture technologies in SARABURI SANDBOX, Thailand>>>. This initiative, supported by international partners including India — Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change>>>, United Nations Industrial Development Organization>>>, and Global Cement and Concrete Association>>>, aims to establish a low-carbon industrial ecosystem and help Thailand>>> achieve its Net Zero 2050 target. The collaboration focuses on knowledge development, workforce readiness, and industrial-scale technology deployment, with Canadian expertise playing a significant role. Government agencies like the Australia — Department of Climate Change and Environment>>> and Thailand — Department of Industrial Works>>> are also involved, ensuring policy alignment and support for scalable industrial models. This partnership is seen as a crucial step in positioning Thailand>>> as a regional leader in industrial decarbonization.

Key Actions
70 Canada expressed strong support Thailand
60 Australia — Department of Climate Change and Environment stated cement industry Thailand
60 Thailand — Department of Industrial Works ready to support Thailand
Entities Involved
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Steel Manufacturers Association
The Steel Manufacturers Association>>> is a key driver of this collaboration, aiming to advance climate commitments and transition to a low-carbon cement industry in Thailand. This initiative enhances its reputation and positions it as a leader in industrial decarbonization.
Importance 90 Sentiment 70
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Thailand
Thailand>>> is the host nation for this collaboration, aiming to achieve its Net Zero 2050 target and establish a low-carbon industrial ecosystem. This initiative enhances its competitiveness and climate resilience.
Importance 90 Sentiment 60
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Surachai Nimla-or
Surachai Nimla-or>>>, Chairman of Steel Manufacturers Association>>>, stated that the collaboration reflects the proactive role of the industrial sector in advancing climate commitments.
Importance 80 Sentiment 60
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Wilert Puriwat
Wilert Puriwat>>>, President of Chulalongkorn University, emphasized the university's role as a Strategic Knowledge Partner in bridging research and real-world implementation.
Importance 70 Sentiment 60
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Canada
Canada>>> provides strong support, expertise, and knowledge transfer in greenhouse gas mitigation and carbon capture technology, strengthening its bilateral relations with Thailand>>> and commitment to climate action.
Importance 60 Sentiment 50
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Ping Kitnikone
Ping Kitnikone>>>, Ambassador of Canada>>> to Thailand>>>, expressed Canada>>>'s strong support for the initiative, highlighting knowledge transfer and expertise in greenhouse gas mitigation.
Importance 60 Sentiment 50
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India — Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
India — Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change>>> is an international partner supporting the collaboration with Canadian expertise in greenhouse gas mitigation and carbon capture technology.
Importance 50 Sentiment 50
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Australia — Department of Climate Change and Environment
Australia — Department of Climate Change and Environment>>> views this collaboration as a key policy mechanism for reducing national greenhouse gas emissions and strengthening climate resilience.
Importance 50 Sentiment 50
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Thailand — Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (Thailand)
Thailand — Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (Thailand)>>> is involved through its Australia — Department of Climate Change and Environment>>>, supporting the policy mechanisms for national greenhouse gas reduction.
Importance 50 Sentiment 50
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Thailand — Department of Industrial Works
Thailand — Department of Industrial Works>>> supports the collaboration in developing a scalable industrial model that aligns with the 'One MIND' policy and promotes green industry.
Importance 50 Sentiment 50
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Thailand — Ministry of Industry (Thailand)
Thailand — Ministry of Industry (Thailand)>>> is involved through its Thailand — Department of Industrial Works>>>, supporting the development of a scalable industrial model for green industry.
Importance 50 Sentiment 50
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Pirun Saiyasitpanich
Pirun Saiyasitpanich>>>, Director General of Australia — Department of Climate Change and Environment>>>, stated that the cement industry is a strategic sector in reducing national greenhouse gas emissions.
Importance 50 Sentiment 50
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Teeratas Isarangkul Na Ayudhaya
Teeratas Isarangkul Na Ayudhaya>>>, Deputy Director General of the Thailand — Department of Industrial Works>>>, added that the initiative aligns with the 'One MIND' policy.
Importance 50 Sentiment 50
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United Nations Industrial Development Organization
United Nations Industrial Development Organization>>> is an international partner supporting the initiative to accelerate the transition toward a low-carbon cement industry.
Importance 40 Sentiment 40
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Global Cement and Concrete Association
Global Cement and Concrete Association>>> is an international partner supporting the initiative to accelerate the transition toward a low-carbon cement industry.
Importance 40 Sentiment 40
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