ENVI Mahidol Activities 2026

ENVI Mahidol Launches MU-NU Spring Training Program 2026, Strengthening Thai–Japanese Collaboration in Environmental Studies

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17 February, 2026, at 9.00 hrs., Associate Professor Dr. Kitikorn Charmondusit, Dean of the Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies, presided over and delivered a welcome speech at the opening ceremony of the "MU-NU Spring Training Program 2026" at Nart Tuntawiroon meeting room. The program is scheduled to take place from February 16 to March 20, 2026, participated by undergraduate students from the Faculty of Environmental Science at Nagasaki University, Japan, and students in the Bachelor of Science program in Environmental Science and Technology, and the Bachelor of Science Program in Natural Resources and Environmental Management Program (International Program) of the Faculty under the supervision of Assistant Professor Dr. Allan Sriratana Tabucanon, Program Director, and Deputy Dean for Education and International Relations, together with Professor Hiroshi ASAKURA from Nagasaki University, Japan.

The MU-NU Spring Training Program is a joint academic activity between the Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies at Mahidol University and the Faculty of Environmental Science at Nagasaki University in Japan since 2015. The program has been enabling annual student exchanges, allowing students to gain practical experience by working with experts in various fields, learning beyond the confines of a classroom, and applying the "Learning by doing" approach to promote academic learning, team work, and cultural exchange.

ENVI Mahidol Joins Forces with UNESCAP and NXPO to Launch “Carbon Neutrality Campus,” Empowering Youth Toward Regional Net Zero Goals

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On 9 February 2026, the Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies, Mahidol University, hosted the international seminar “2026 Carbon Neutrality Campus (CNC) Seminar” under the theme “Carbon Neutrality in Action: Regional Insights, Local Innovations – From Campus to City: Shaping a Sustainable Future Together.”

The seminar was co-organized with the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP) and the National Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation Policy Council Office (NXPO), with the aim of strengthening the role of higher education institutions and youth in advancing carbon neutrality and achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions.

At the opening ceremony, Professor Dr. Napharenu Sajjarak Theerathiti, Vice President for International Relations and University Council, Mahidol University, highlighted the University’s policy commitment to promoting international collaboration and joint initiatives that connect knowledge, research, and practical implementation of carbon neutrality at the regional level.

Associate Professor Dr. Kitikorn Charmondusit, Dean of the Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies, Mahidol University, emphasized the role of the Carbon Neutrality Campus (CNC) initiative as a collaborative platform linking universities, schools, government agencies, and international organizations to drive tangible actions for greenhouse gas emission reduction. The initiative is supported by Mahidol University through the Joint Unit funding scheme for international collaboration development.
Dr. Surachai Satitkunarat, Director of the National Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation Policy Council Office (NXPO), shared policy perspectives on the role of educational institutions in supporting national carbon neutrality and net zero targets. He stressed the importance of aligning academic work with national policy frameworks to ensure long-term, scalable outcomes.

In addition, Dr. Sangmin Nam, Director of the Environment and Development Division, UNESCAP, underscored the significance of regional cooperation in the Asia–Pacific region and the role of university networks as living laboratories for climate policy experimentation and innovation. He noted that the CNC platform enables youth and educational institutions to take a proactive role in driving the transition toward a low-carbon society.

The seminar welcomed participants from across the Asia–Pacific region, including Thailand, China, Japan, Indonesia, the Philippines, Nepal, Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Myanmar, and the Philippines, attending both onsite and online. This strong participation reflected regional collaboration in knowledge exchange, best practices, and the co-design of solutions to address climate change.

One of the key highlights of the event was the active engagement of youth and school networks. A total of 16 schools participated, with 10 schools presenting project outcomes focused on greenhouse gas emission reduction and environmental innovation. This showcased the role of young people as “agents of change,” not merely learners.

Throughout the day, the seminar featured keynote lectures, high-level policy dialogues, expert roundtable discussions, and student project presentations, all emphasizing the linkage from universities to cities and communities to advance a sustainable low-carbon transition.

The 2026 Carbon Neutrality Campus Seminar marked another significant milestone for Mahidol University in elevating the role of Thai higher education institutions on the international stage, reaffirming that the power of the younger generation is central to achieving carbon neutrality and net zero goals in the future.

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ENVI Mahidol Concludes Sustainability Connect 2026, Strengthening International Learning for Sustainable Development

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On 6 February 2026, the Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies, Mahidol University, held the closing ceremony of the project titled “Sustainability Connect: Global Learning for a Better Tomorrow 2026 (ENVI Mahidol University x UNMER),” which was conducted from 20 January to 9 February 2026. The ceremony was presided over by Kitikorn Charmondusit, Dean of the Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies, who officially closed the program and presented certificates of participation to Thai and Indonesian students at the Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies, Mahidol University.

The project represents an academic collaboration between the Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies, Mahidol University, and Universitas Merdeka Malang (UNMER), Republic of Indonesia, together with the Faculty of Economics and Business, the Faculty of Engineering, and the Tourism Diploma Program. The initiative aims to promote learning in sustainable development, environmental studies, and international student exchange by integrating international relations, student affairs, and both Thai and international curricula of the Faculty.

Learning activities under the project included participation in international program classes (sit-in classes), hands-on workshops, field studies in community, university, and urban contexts, as well as collaborative creative group projects (SDGs-based Mini Projects) and project presentations. These activities were aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities, SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production, and SDG 13 Climate Action.

Participants comprised faculty members and students from Universitas Merdeka Malang together with Thai students enrolled in both Thai and international programs of the Faculty. Led by Dr. Praewa Wongburi, Assistant Dean for Policy, Planning, and International Relations, as Project Director, the program aims to enable participants to apply sustainability knowledge in diverse contexts and to serve as a strong foundation for the long-term expansion of academic collaboration between the two institutions in the future.

ENVI Mahidol Discusses China–ASEAN Collaboration to Advance Low-Carbon Development in 2026

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ENVI Mahidol, Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies, Mahidol University, led by Associate Professor Dr. Kitikorn Charmondusit, Dean, and Assistant Professor Dr. Allan Sriratana Tabucanon, Deputy Dean for Education and International Relations, held a meeting with Professor Dr. Zhang Jiutian, Executive Director of the Green Development Institute, Beijing Normal University, together with Associate Professor Dr. Song Xiangjing of the Green Development Institute, to support the mission of strengthening China–ASEAN cooperation on low-carbon development in 2026.

The discussion focused on advancing academic and research collaboration, with the aim of identifying opportunities for joint projects by integrating China’s strengths in low-carbon technologies, green development models, and industrial experience with the capacities of Thailand and ASEAN countries.

The meeting explored potential areas of future cooperation, including renewable energy, greenhouse gas emission reduction, carbon management, and technology transfer. Both sides also exchanged information on their respective expertise and experience. The Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies, Mahidol University, highlighted its strong multidisciplinary expertise covering natural resources, environment, energy, environmental economics, greenhouse gases, pollution, health, and waste management, along with its missions in education, research, and international academic services.

In addition, the meeting reviewed the Faculty’s international collaboration network, which includes partnerships with universities and organizations across multiple regions, as well as the Carbon Neutrality Campus Platform jointly implemented with UNESCAP and Shanghai Jiao Tong University, involving more than 15 universities from ASEAN and other countries. At the same time, the Chinese side shared insights into China’s carbon policy and strategic direction, which is transitioning toward a systematic control of carbon dioxide emissions under the 15th Five-Year Plan, with a strong emphasis on low-carbon and zero-emission industrial parks.
Regarding the role of the Green Development Institute, established in 2018, the institute serves as a key platform for green development, carbon management, and climate policy, working closely with government agencies, industry, and the financial sector.

The meeting concluded with a shared view that initiating cooperation through pilot projects in industrial estates would provide a concrete and scalable approach, enabling both policy-level and practical implementation at the regional level. There is also strong potential for further development of joint projects, applications for government funding, and the establishment of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for academic cooperation between institutions in the future.
The meeting was coordinated by the Global Partnerships Division, Mahidol University, as the main coordinating body.

ENVI Mahidol Discusses Collaboration with Denso Group to Advance CWIE and Academic Partnerships for Workforce Development and Industrial Sustainability

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On 26 January 2026, Associate Professor Dr. Kitikorn Charmondusit, Dean of the Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies, Mahidol University, together with Assistant Professor Dr. Allan Sriratana Tabucanon, Associate Dean for Education and International Relations, and faculty staff, held a meeting with representatives from Denso Group companies, including Siam Denso Manufacturing and Siam Kyosan Denso.

The discussion focused on potential collaboration in Cooperative and Work Integrated Education (CWIE), as well as joint research and development in environmental and sustainability fields.

The meeting emphasized the development of cooperative education and internship programs. The company proposed a cooperative education model allowing students to work in real industrial settings for a period of 8 months to 1 year, functioning as full-time employees and undertaking real-world projects in place of traditional senior projects. This approach aims to better prepare students for industrial careers and provide opportunities for high-performing students to be recruited by the company upon graduation.

In addition, both parties exchanged views on Denso Group’s environmental and sustainability policies, particularly its Eco Vision and its goal to achieve carbon neutrality by 2035.

Regarding academic collaboration, Denso expressed strong interest in long-term joint research involving faculty members and students at undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral levels. Research topics of interest include plastic recycling, Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), and innovative technologies for carbon reduction. Both parties agreed on the importance of establishing a long-term Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to ensure continuity and a clear framework for collaboration, with activities expected to commence as early as June, in alignment with the student internship period.

ENVI Mahidol Welcomes International Executives to Discuss AI Collaboration for Public Health, Environment, and Sustainable Development

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23 January 2026, Associate Professor Dr. Kitikorn Chamroonsuddit, Dean of the Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies, Mahidol University, together with Assoc. Prof. Dr. Noppol Arunrat, Deputy Dean for Research and Academic Services, Dr. Praewa Wongburi, Assistant Dean for Policy, Planning and International Relations, and Dr. Shreema Rana, Foreign Expert, welcomed Dr. Deepak C. Bajracharya, Executive Director of the Group for Technical Assistance (GTA) Foundation, Nepal, and Dr. Imran Khan, Director of Precision Health Consultants (PHC Global), Pakistan, on the occasion of their visit to the Faculty to discuss academic and research collaboration.

The meeting focused on the exchange of knowledge and experiences in applying artificial intelligence (AI) to support public health, environmental management, and sustainable development. In particular, the discussion highlighted the AI-Sarosh Project of the GTA Foundation, which is supported by the International Development Research Centre (IDRC) and the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) of Canada and the United Kingdom. The project aims to strengthen health systems for maternal and child health, as well as sexual and reproductive health, through the application of AI technology combined with community-based approaches.

In addition, both parties exchanged views on research related to the impacts of climate change on health and the environment, disaster management, air pollution (PM2.5), and the use of digital technologies and AI for data analysis, forecasting, and policy support. They agreed on the strong potential for future collaboration, including the development of joint research projects, academic and student exchange programs, and the strengthening of regional networks in Asia, in order to jointly advance public health, environmental sustainability, and sustainable development at the international level.