TCMA & Saraburi Province: Edible Low-Carbon City Sandbox to Drive Thai Economy

Matichon•General•266d ago

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Saraburi Province, in collaboration with TCMA, is transforming the 'Saraburi Sandbox' into an 'Edible Low-Carbon City' to drive economic growth and sustainability.

•TCMA and Saraburi Province are partnering to develop the 'Saraburi Sandbox' into an edible, low-carbon city.
•The initiative focuses on transitioning to Industry 4.0 by integrating supply chains and developing human capital for a low-carbon economy.
•The 'Edible Saraburi Sandbox' model aims to boost local economies, reduce imports, and enhance national competitiveness.

Overview

•The Saraburi Provincial administration and TCMA are collaborating to elevate the 'Saraburi Sandbox' initiative.
•Amidst global economic pressures and Net Zero goals, Thailand seeks economic structural transformation for sustained growth.
•The 'Edible Saraburi Sandbox' concept has evolved from a policy sandbox to a tangible economic sandbox over two years.
•The Public-Private-People Partnership (PPP) for Saraburi Sandbox covers five key dimensions: clean energy, green industry, waste management, low-carbon agriculture, and green spaces.
•Dr. Chana Phumee emphasizes that true Industry 4.0 involves supply chain data connectivity, not just automation, to adapt to market changes.
•The 'Saraburi Sandbox' success is being scaled up nationwide, aligning with the World Economic Forum's call for Thailand to advance to the fourth industrial wave.
•The 'Waste to Wealth' circular economy model within 'Edible Saraburi Sandbox' transforms waste from agriculture, households, and industry into community resources and businesses.
•Saraburi Sandbox is moving towards 'SARABURI SANDBOX SMART' to connect resources and innovation for human capital development, especially for youth and the workforce.

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Key Quotes

Dr. Chana Phumee

"Upgrading the Thai economy must truly embrace Industry 4.0, not just automation, but connecting data throughout the supply chain."

การยกระดับเศรษฐกิจไทยต้องก้าวสู่ Industry 4.0 อย่างแท้จริง ไม่ใช่เพียงระบบอัตโนมัติ แต่คือการเชื่อมโยงข้อมูลตลอดห่วงโซ่อุปทาน.

Dr. Chana Phumee

"It is time for this successful model to be 'elevated' and 'expanded' further by scaling this model nationwide."

ถึงเวลาแล้วที่โมเดลความสำเร็จนี้ จะนำไปสู่การ “ยกระดับ” และ “ขยายผล” ไปอีกขั้น โดยส่งต่อโมเดลนี้ไปทั่วประเทศ (Scaling Up).

Dr. Chana Phumee

"When key development components - clear plans, people, teams, and funding - converge, Saraburi Sandbox gains international recognition."

เมื่อองค์ประกอบสำคัญของการพัฒนา ทั้งแผนงานที่ชัดเจน คน ทีมทำงาน และเงินทุนมาบรรจบกัน สระบุรีแซนด์บ็อกซ์จึงได้รับการยอมรับในเวทีนานาชาติ.

Mr. Bancha Chaowarin

"Sustainable carbon reduction is an economic opportunity that allows people to 'live, eat, and grow'."

การลดคาร์บอนอย่างยั่งยืน คือ โอกาสทางเศรษฐกิจ ที่ทำให้ประชาชน “อยู่ได้ กินได้ และเติบโตได้”.

Key Entities

Organization

Thai Cement Manufacturers Association(TCMA)

The Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) is partnering with Saraburi Province to promote a low-carbon economy and Industry 4.0.

World Economic Forum (WEF)ℹ️

The World Economic Forum highlights the need for Thailand to advance to the fourth industrial wave, emphasizing supply chain connectivity.

Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA)ℹ️

The Global Cement and Concrete Association is an international body supporting the Saraburi Sandbox initiative's efforts in carbon reduction.

UNIDOℹ️

The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) is an international supporter of the Saraburi Sandbox initiative.

Environment and Climate Change Canadaℹ️

Environment and Climate Change Canada is an international partner supporting the Saraburi Sandbox initiative's climate goals.

Mitigation Action Facility (MAF)

The Mitigation Action Facility (MAF) is an entity from which Saraburi Sandbox is seeking support for continuous carbon reduction efforts.

Place

Saraburi Province(จังหวัดสระบุรี)ℹ️

Saraburi Province is leading the 'Saraburi Sandbox' initiative, aiming to become a model for a low-carbon and sustainable economy in Thailand.

Person

Dr. Chana Phumee(ดร. ชนะ ภูมี)

President of the Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA), advocating for Industry 4.0 and the scaling up of the Saraburi Sandbox model.

Mr. Bancha Chaowarin(นายบัญชา เชาวรินทร์)

Governor of Saraburi Province, promoting sustainable carbon reduction as an economic opportunity and leading the move towards 'SARABURI SANDBOX SMART'.

Law

Industry 4.0ℹ️

Industry 4.0 refers to the ongoing automation of traditional manufacturing and industrial practices, using modern smart technology.

NDC 3.0

NDC 3.0 is Thailand's national plan for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and achieving climate goals.