GC Sustainable Living Symposium 2024 : GEN S GATHERING
GC Sustainable Living Symposium 2024
The Symposium phenomenon is back again this year! A significant collaboration uniting the GEN S.. Generation Sustainability a new generation with a sustainable mindset. Bringing together various generations, businesses, and professions, inclusive of all genders and ages, this event is a practical collaboration and idea exchange. Connecting GEN S partners, fostering engagement, brainstorming, and taking action to drive change and produce tangible results. All of these efforts are directed toward overcoming challenges and advancing sustainability together.
GC Sustainable Living Symposium 2024: GEN S GATHERING Friday, October 18, 2024, from 9AM to 5PM at Paragon Hall, 5th Floor, Siam Paragon
Highlights
Experience the ultimate highlights of sustainability for GEN S at the GC Sustainable Living Symposium 2024: GEN S GATHERING.
GEN S GATHERING
GC's Sustainable Symposium phenomenon continues for the fifth consecutive year, with a mission to address the urgent challenges of global sustainability.
This year’s event aims to simplify and actualize sustainability through a wide range of collaborations. The symposium will showcase policies and mechanisms from the government and partner networks, including major corporations, SMEs, influencers, and GEN S idols. These visionary experts will share ideas and inspiration that are valuable for both businesses and everyday life, making sustainability more accessible and less daunting.
CRUCIAL DISCUSSION
For intellectual engagement and the integration of various policies.
A crucial discussion forum aimed at generating momentum for intellectual engagement and the integration of various policies. Government representatives will participate, listen, and collaborate in finding solutions that lead to positive change, resulting in tangible benefits for all sectors of society.
CARBON REDUCTION
A variety of approaches to carbon reduction (decarbonization)
The advancement of the Circular Economy will be explored, driving the goal of Net Zero—achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions. These efforts aim to create a sustainable and tangible future for Thailand.
30 VISIONARY LEADERS
Join to share insights, success stories, and strategies for driving policy
A one-day event gathering over 30 visionary leaders and partners from various industries, both domestic and international, across the public and private sectors. These experts will share insights, success stories, and strategies for driving policy and supporting Thailand's Net Zero initiative, opening up new business opportunities, and collectively advancing the country's progress toward achieving the Net Zero goal.
SUSTAINABLE FINANCE
The only event that brings together top ideas and techniques for making sustainability achievable.
Join us in exploring Sustainable Finance solutions—an essential financial tool for advancing toward a low-carbon society and embracing the latest sustainability trends. Gain inspiration from practical experiences that can be applied at the organizational level, in startups, and seamlessly integrated into your daily lifestyle.
GEN S MARKET
Shopping eco-friendly products
Where you can shop for eco-friendly products that not only meet your functional needs but also contribute to a sustainable world. These carefully selected items come from authentic green SMEs across the country.
Agenda
Friday, October 18, 2024, from 9AM to 5PM @ Paragon Hall, Siam Paragon
PLENARY SESSION: Global Trends VS. Thailand's Path toward Net Zero Sustainability ≠ A survival option = The only solution for our planet
Join GEN S in exploring global trends and the transition toward carbon neutrality as we analyze Thailand's path to a low-carbon society. This session will delve into strategies, policies, and practices for carbon reduction, highlighting the challenges and opportunities that everyone can learn from and apply, based on global trends and successes. Together, we’ll address the urgent need to save our planet and work toward the Net Zero goal for a sustainable future.
(ENG) GEN S Business & Solution
Registration
Opening Remarks by Mr. Narongsak Jivakanun, CEO of GC.
Mr. Narongsak Jivakanun
CEO PTT Global Chemical PLC (GC)
Keynote Speech
Global Sustainability Landscape: Global regulatory and compliance trends driving the transition toward sustainability in both the world and industries, covering the EU and the US, including Thailand's approach to carbon reduction, which must be carried out alongside enhancing the competitiveness of the industries.
Mr. Sumit Gupta
Managing Director & Senior Partner Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
Panel Discussion: Mechanisms to Accelerate Thailand Towards Net Zero Goals: A mission to advance policies that support network partners and elevate the Thai private sector in achieving the Net Zero goal. This will feature insights from the National Economic and Social Development Council, the Thai Chamber of Commerce, the Federation of Thai Industries, and the Thai Bankers' Association.
Mr. Danucha Pichayanan
Secretary - General Office of the National Economic and Social Development Council
Mr. Pravit Prakitsri
Vice Chairman of the Board The Thai Chamber of Commerce
Dr. Chana Poomee
Vice Chairman The Federation of Thai Industries
Mr. Poonsit Wongthawatchai
Lead Facilitator of Theme Sustainability Thai Bankers' Association
PLENARY STAGE: GEN S Business & Solution Sustainability ≠ A passing trend = A business opportunity and a solution for the future
Deepen your understanding and draw inspiration from the effective application of sustainability concepts in business by harnessing the collective power of GEN S Business. This session will explore business opportunities and the use of innovation to achieve long-term sustainability. Moreover, it will present solutions that reduce environmental impact while creating value for both the organization and society. Attendees will also benefit from shared success stories and best practices in sustainable business operations.
(ENG) GEN S Business & Solution
Packaging for a Sustainable Future: Approaches to designing and creating materials that minimize environmental impact, presented through the perspectives of senior executives from leading global packaging innovation companies, including NatureWorks, and Interface Polymers.
Mr. Erik Ripple
President and CEO NatureWorks
Mr. Ross Baglin
CEO Interface Polymers
Mr. Benjamin Kuo
General Manager and CSO King Yuan Fu Packaging Co., Ltd.
Showcase: Sustainable Products & Solutions: The story behind sustainable products and solutions in the Coating Resins sector, designed to meet the needs of today's consumers, presented by allnex.
Mr. Benoit DeBecker
Senior VP Corporate Development & Innovation allnex
How Sustainable Finance Supports the Business Transition to a Low-Carbon Economy: Exploring sustainable finance solutions, a critical financial tool to help businesses embrace the low-carbon economy trend. Featuring insights from HSBC, KBank and GC.
Ms. Kattiya Indaravijaya
CEO KASIKORNBANK
Mr. Giorgio Gamba
CEO HSBC
Ms. Pattaralada Sa-ngasang
Chief Financial Officer PTT Public Company Limited
Showcase: Green Power for all
Mr. Patipan Kalvibool
Chief Technology Officer Huawei Technologies (Thailand) Company Limited
EXHIBITION STAGE: Thailand’s Decarbonization & Circularity Pathway Sustainability ≠ "Limitation" and "Elimination" = Circulation for Maximum Benefit
Discover collaborations and strategies for adapting and implementing innovation to achieve long-term sustainability. This platform provides an opportunity to exchange knowledge and best practices as Thailand progresses toward its carbon reduction and circular economy goals. Explore Thailand’s pathway through government policies, strategic plans, and public-private partnerships, along with successful case studies in carbon reduction and the adoption of circular economy principles.
(ENG) Thailand's Decarbonization & Circularity Pathway
Implications of Thailand’s Climate Change Policy for Transitioning to a Low- Carbon Society: The impact of policy on practical implementation: Accelerating adaptation to meet the challenges of climate change and guiding Thailand toward a low-carbon society, this session will feature insights from the Department of Climate Change and Environment, the Thailand Greenhouse Gas Management Organization (Public Organization), the Excise Department, and GC.
Mr. Pavich Kesavawong
Deputy Director General Department of Climate Change and Environment (DCCE)
Ms. Anothai Sangthong
Director of the Carbon Credit Communication and Registration office Thailand Greenhouse Gas Management Organization (Public Organization)
Miss Rachada Wanichakorn
Director of Tax Planning Bureau The Excise Department, Ministry of Finance (MOF)
Dr. Chaya Chandavasu
Senior Executive Vice President, Corporate Strategy PTT Public Company Limited
How Collaboration Advances Bioplastics, Circularity & Plastic Waste Solution: When businesses need to take action, move forward to adapt and support collaborative efforts in creating sustainable products, including bioplastics and recycled materials, this session will feature insights from GC, CPF, SAPPE, SCB.
Mr. Saroj Putthammawong
Chief Operating Officer - Value Added Products PTT Global Chemical PLC (GC)
Mr. Kitti Wangwiwatsilp
Packaging Research & Development Director CPF Food Research & Development Center Co., Ltd.
Ms. Piyajit Ruckariyapong
CEO Sappe Plc.
Ms. Wannarat Phanjan
FEVP, Head of Operations Siam Commercial Bank
GEN S STAGE: Live More Sustainably Sustainability ≠ The responsibility of someone = The responsibility of everyone
GEN S GATHERING is a platform designed to inspire and educate everyone on how they can contribute to environmental preservation and create a more sustainable world. The focus is on sustainable living, offering practical approaches and methods that can be incorporated into daily life to reduce environmental impact. Participants will learn about energy conservation, waste reduction, efficient resource use, and choosing eco-friendly products. The event also includes sharing practical tips and real-life examples that can be easily adapted to live more sustainably.
(ENG) Live More Sustainably
On-Ground live: Experience real-time atmosphere of the activities.
GEN S Showcase: Green University “Ting Turn Hai Loke Jam Upvel 2”: A panel showcasing the top skills of GEN S waste separation experts, featuring Green Agents from the five universities that have contributed the highest amount of waste for recycling.
GEN S All Stars: Empowering GEN S, the New Gen with Sustainable Hearts: A showcase of sustainable living practices by the new generation with a sustainable mindset.
Mrs. Waree Nokeo
Boomer
Dr. Singh Intrachooto
GEN X
Ms. Pipatchara Keaojinda
GEN Y Brand Owner Pipatchara
Ms. Kanokwan Boonyasuth (Aom) / Ms. Peerakarn Jutapongtham (Jam)
Gen Z: Go Green Girl
Mstr. Parnpush Saktayawanich
Alpha
Speaker
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