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In this final edition of the year, GIZ Thailand is pleased to showcase the array of events and activities that have illuminated our path from September to December 2023.
GIZ Thailand was proud to officially launch the Thai-German Cooperation on Energy, Mobility, and Climate (TGC EMC) project and support the organisation of the IKI Thailand Workshop, both of which were honoured by the presence of Dr. Philipp Behrens, Head of Division, International Climate Initiative (IKI), Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK). These efforts reflect the collaboration between Thailand and Germany in their goal to substantially reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This collaboration spans various sectors including policy, energy, transport, and others.
Moreover, the International Hydrogen Ramp-Up “H2Uppp” Programme and the Regenerative Coconuts Agriculture Project (ReCAP) have concluded, leaving behind impressive insights and practices. Highlights include the presentations by our projects on interesting findings and workshops on climate risk finance, taxonomy, capacity building, sustainable urban development, sustainable agriculture, peatlands management, and energy. The signing of the MoU with the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration on reducing single-use plastic was also a memorable milestone. We sincerely hope to further expand our collaboration with Thailand in the future.
To bid adieu to the year 2023, GIZ Thailand would like to extend warm holiday wishes to you and wish you a New Year filled with joy, inspiration, and sustainability.
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| H2Uppp Southeast Asia's Green Hydrogen and Power-to-X Conference showcases regional clean energy potential |
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GIZ and the German-Thai Chamber of Commerce organised a conference on the topic of Green Hydrogen and Power-to-X (PtX) in Southeast Asia. |
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Discussions highlighted Europe's leadership in green hydrogen, Thailand’s green hydrogen pathway, and regional projects showcasing diverse strategies for hydrogen adoption. |
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The conference underscored the potential for regional collaboration to accelerate the adoption of green hydrogen and Power-to-X technologies in Southeast Asia.
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CASE ignites discourse on Climate Finance and Thailand Taxonomy
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CASE presented findings from its report on “Climate Finance for Carbon Neutrality in Thailand” which investigated Thailand’s current climate finance landscape and identified appropriate financial mechanisms to help reach the 2050 Carbon Neutral objective. |
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The Bank of Thailand (BoT) recently launched Thailand’s Taxonomy Phase 1 focusing on two sectors: energy and transportation, which will act as a “dictionary” providing guidelines for green businesses and activities. |
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CASE will continue to increase public awareness of the issue through articles in the media as well as on the project’s channels. |
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ThaiCI and EFD strengthened personnel’s capacity to drive forward the climate project’s implementation
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Through the collaborative efforts of ThaiCI and the Environmental Fund Division (EFD), EFD personnel's capabilities were enhanced in integrating Environmental and Social Safeguards (ESS) and Gender and Social Inclusion (GSI) principles to effectively align climate change projects with global standards and inclusive practices. |
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The deepening of understanding regarding IFC Performance Standards and GSI concepts among EFD personnel aims to ensure that climate change projects are free from adverse social or environmental impacts, fostering a more inclusive and sustainable execution. |
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This workshop empowered EFD personnel through hands-on exercises, enabling practical application of knowledge and equipping them to address real-world challenges in managing sustainable and inclusive projects, significantly contributing to future success. |
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BMA and GIZ Sign MoU for the CAP SEA Project, Collaborating to Sustainably Curtail Single-Use Plastic Consumption
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BMA and GIZ join forces in a Memorandum of Understanding to tackle single-use plastic pollution, aiming to transform Bangkok into a sustainable and livable capital. |
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The four key initiatives resulting from the BMA-GIZ partnership, include plans for a Reuse and/or Deposit Return Scheme, automated Reverse Vending Machines, refill systems, and awareness campaigns in BMA schools.
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CAP SEA project's efforts in Bangkok reflect the shared commitment between Thailand and Germany to sustainable development, waste management, and environmental topics.
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| Urban-Act at APUF-8: Moving Forward to Sustainable Urban Development |
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Representatives from the Ministry of Interior actively participated in the regional multistakeholder forum “the 8th Asia Pacific Urban Forum” in Suwon City, Republic of Korea |
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A key element in driving climate action at the city level, the session on climate finance was held under the joint auspices of GIZ, UNESCAP, UCLG ASPAC and CCFLA |
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The UN ESCAP Executive Secretary warned of "global boiling", underscoring the urgency of addressing unprecedented urban growth in Asia.
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GIZ joins forces with Ministry of Interior in advancing SDGs
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GIZ discussed with the Ministry of Interior the international cooperation approach to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). |
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This initiative aligns with the commitment of the Ministry that emphasises collaboration with all sectors and networks to achieve Goal 17 of the SDGs, at both the national and local levels. |
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The Urban-Act project is ready to provide support for the transformation towards low-carbon and resilient urban development in Thailand.
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Farming data for successful business planning
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The Sustainable Palm Oil Production Project (SPOPP) project organised a technical workshop to introduce farmers PowerBI software as a data analysis and reporting tool for better farming management. |
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Farmers are much engaged in developing their agri-business plan and sustainability strategies after completion of the project. |
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Oil palm smallholders who are SPOPP project members are aware that the availability and accuracy of farming data are essential for farmers these days to be competitive yet sustainable.
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BAAC and GIZ kick off collaboration to enhance farmers' access to climate risk finance
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The Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC) and GIZ launched the first joint workshop to determine collaboration under the “Innovative Climate Risk Financing for the Agricultural Sector in the ASEAN Region Project” (AgriCRF) |
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A one-day brainstorming session marked the groundwork for collaboration between BAAC and GIZ following the MoU signing to enhance farmers’ access to climate risk financing. |
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Up to 30 participants brainstormed on the activities for the AgriCRF project and exchanged knowledge with a financial expert from the German Sparkassenstiftung for International Cooperation (DSIK) |
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Regenerative coconut agriculture helps to counter climate change
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Thailand announced the successful implementation of the Regenerative Coconut Agriculture Project (ReCAP) over a period of 3 years, highlighting strong public-private partnership in raising awareness among farmers about nature-based farming solutions. |
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Transitioning to a regenerative and organic farming model allows farmers to counter the impacts of climate change and has proved that it strengthens the livelihoods of coconut farmers and local coconut farming communities. |
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The ReCAP project enabled coconut farmers to adapt themselves, to be more resilient and prepare for climate challenges amid increasing market and consumer demand for the aromatic coconut water derived from green supply chains. |
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| SUPA Thailand Supports Advanced Drone Training, Empowers Local Communities for Peatland Conservation |
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Critical Conservation Efforts - Kuan Kreng's role as a significant carbon sink is vital for both biodiversity and climate health. This underscores the importance of the collaborative efforts between GIZ Thailand and local authorities for its conservation. |
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Innovative Drone Training by SUPA - This initiative has successfully trained 30 operators in advanced drone technology, significantly improving peatland and fire management. |
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Community Empowerment for Conservation - The project has also been instrumental in transforming over 300 community leaders into proactive stewards of the peat forests, setting a benchmark in sustainable environmental guardianship. |
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