I had the distinct honor of being an Invited Speaker and Panel Expert at the High Profile Seminar on the “BCG Model in Food and Agriculture Sector,” held on 24 June 2022. In my presentation, I delved into “Agro-Industrial Waste and Bio-Circular Green Economy: Perspectives and Technological Interventions.” This seminar was an enriching platform to discuss the Bio-Circular Green Economy (BCG) model, which is central to the Thailand 4.0 initiative.
The BCG model emphasizes the production of renewable biological resources and their conversion into value-added products. It is expected to be a significant topic at the 2022 Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Ministerial meeting, chaired by Thailand.
Organized by Leading Institutions
The seminar was organized by the National Research Council of Thailand (NRCT) and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Thailand, in collaboration with UNDP, NSTDA, AIT, and Mahidol University.
Distinguished Speakers
Other distinguished speakers included:
- Prof. Emeritus Dr. Kraisid Tontisirin, Senator of Parliament of Thailand & Former Director of Food and Nutrition Division, UN-FAO Rome
- Dr. Sridhar Dharmapuri, UN FAO Thailand
The seminar was moderated by Dr. Monthip Sriratana, Former Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, Thailand, while the panel discussion was moderated by Mr. Robert Dobias, Senior Advisor on Climate Change to the ADB Management.
My Contribution
My research focuses on developing technology to enhance the value of agro-industrial waste, facilitating technology transfer for commercialization, and addressing policy implications for industrial benefits. These efforts are aligned with achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and promoting a healthier society.
This seminar provided a valuable opportunity to share insights and technological interventions that can drive the Bio-Circular Green Economy forward, fostering sustainable development in the food and agriculture sector.
