The Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) has set new carbon reduction targets, aiming to reduce emissions by 20,000 tons CO₂e by 2030. Organisers will be required, under new Terms of Reference when bidding or proposing events to have plans to make them carbon-neutral.
The target is evidence of the Thai MICE industry’s growing resolve, having collectively reduced and avoided 2,445.97 tonCO₂e across 232 events in FY 2025, compared to 780 tons of CO₂e in FY 2024. The year’s result underscores the industry’s rising commitment to environmentally responsible event management, according to the TCEB.
Mrs Supawan Teerarat, president of TCEB, stated that creating a greener footprint for Thailand’s events aligns with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) initiatives set by the United Nations and supports the government’s national development strategy by enabling the Thai MICE industry to deliver measurable contributions to sustainable national growth.
“Thailand is advancing sustainability from aspiration to achievement, turning long-term commitments into measurable impacts. Building on TCEB’s long-standing focus on eco-friendly growth and proactive green initiatives, we are fully prepared to help clients host meaningful and sustainable events. Integrating sustainability into every aspect of the MICE industry is both a responsibility and a strategic direction that strengthens Thailand’s competitiveness.”
To achieve its goal, TCEB has updated its Terms of Reference for bidders and proposal submitters, requiring organisers to plan carbon-neutral events. Event organisers are required to calculate the carbon footprint of their events and implement measures to control carbon emissions, obtaining certification or following additional guidance from TCEB. Organisers are also encouraged to offset emissions by sourcing carbon credits from greenhouse gas reduction projects in Thailand.
TCEB says it will provide practical tools to support organisers in meeting these sustainability goals. These resources include a carbon footprint avoidance calculator for event planners, the Zero Carbon application developed by the Thailand Greenhouse Gas Management Organisation (TGO), for tracking emission reductions, a comprehensive network of auditing and verifying bodies, and access to domestic carbon credit projects to facilitate effective offsetting.
“This commitment reflects TCEB’s readiness to meet the evolving expectations of the global business community and our dedication to helping international clients host sustainable, high-impact events in Thailand,” said Mrs Supawan.
Source: www.exhibitionworld.co.uk
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