SDG 13: Climate Action Archives - Khon Kaen University https://www.kku.ac.th/en/category/sdgs/climate-action/ มหาวิทยาลัยขอนแก่น Thu, 14 May 2026 07:26:33 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://www.kku.ac.th/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/cropped-512x512-32x32.png SDG 13: Climate Action Archives - Khon Kaen University https://www.kku.ac.th/en/category/sdgs/climate-action/ 32 32 KKU Joins CP AXTRA and 22 Partners to Launch “AXTRA Circular Impacts” Programme, Aiming to Recycle 10.5 Million PET Bottles https://www.kku.ac.th/en/289170/ Thu, 14 May 2026 05:13:56 +0000 https://www.kku.ac.th/?p=289170 The collaboration will promote systematic plastic waste management and circular economy innovations to advance environmental sustainability and the goal of net-zero carbon emissions.         Khon Kaen University is advancing its commitment to environmental stewardship and its Carbon Neutrality goal by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the “AXTRA Circular Impacts: Driving Thailand Towards Sustainability” programme. In partnership […]

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]]> Khon Kaen University’s Humanities and Social Sciences students participated in the ASEAN Youth Leaders forum, discussing the “boiling world” to formulate policies driving sustainable economy and addressing climate change. https://www.kku.ac.th/en/286864/ Fri, 01 May 2026 05:17:13 +0000 https://www.kku.ac.th/?p=286864 From 30 March to 3 April 2026, representatives from the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, including Mr. Naphat Piwitha, a first-year student in Sociology and Anthropology, and Ms. Patthathida Phutthasi, a second-year student in Southeast Asian Studies, participated in the 10th Young ASEAN Leaders Policy Initiative (YALPI 2026) at Chulalongkorn University. The event was held under the theme “Thriving Together […]

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]]> KKU Showcases Smart City Innovations to National Research Agency, Eyes Nationwide Expansion https://www.kku.ac.th/en/284776/ Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:39:12 +0000 https://www.kku.ac.th/?p=284776 KHON KAEN – Khon Kaen University’s (KKU) Smart City Operation Center (SCOPC) recently hosted executives from Thailand Science Research and Innovation (TSRI) to demonstrate a suite of high-impact digital and environmental innovations. The showcase highlighted projects that have successfully transitioned from the laboratory to the field, with several now selected for nationwide implementation. The visit took place on April 9, 2026, […]

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]]> Khon Kaen University and Siam Commercial Bank Partner to Promote Organic Rice Farming in Flood-Prone Areas https://www.kku.ac.th/en/284591/ Thu, 09 Apr 2026 09:16:38 +0000 https://www.kku.ac.th/?p=284591  Khon Kaen University (KKU), in partnership with Siam Commercial Bank, is spearheading a project to develop resilient rice production and alternative crops in communities repeatedly affected by flooding. The initiative, which began on 7 April 2026, in the Non Tae community of Chaiyaphum province, aims to improve farmers’ quality of life, enhance food security, and establish a foundation for long-term sustainable […]

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]]> Transforming Mor Din Daeng: Smart Campus & ESG Initiatives to Create a ‘Great Place to Live’ in KKU’s 62nd Year https://www.kku.ac.th/en/283851/ Tue, 07 Apr 2026 04:47:34 +0000 https://kku.ac.th/?p=283851 As Khon Kaen University (KKU) approaches its 62nd year, the management of its expansive 5,000-rai campus is undergoing a modern evolution. Facing annual electricity costs of 420 million baht, the university is moving beyond routine maintenance to modernize its infrastructure in alignment with global environmental standards. The core objective: to enhance the quality of life and transform the “Mor Din Daeng” […]

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]]> KKU Collaborates with OCSB to Highlight “Bio-oil from Sugarcane Leaves” Innovation, Transforming Waste into Clean Energy to Tackle High Fuel Prices and Reduce PM 2.5 for Sustainable Agriculture https://www.kku.ac.th/en/283244/ Thu, 02 Apr 2026 03:50:52 +0000 https://www.kku.ac.th/?p=283244 On 31 March 2026, Khon Kaen University, in collaboration with the Office of the Cane and Sugar Board (OCSB), organised an Upskill & Reskill training programme under the topic “Biofuel Production for Agricultural Machinery.” The initiative aimed to pilot the transformation of agricultural waste, such as sugarcane leaves and tops, into bio-oil, offering a practical solution to rising energy costs and […]

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]]> KKU Faculty of Interdisciplinary Studies and Mekong Institute Host Carbon Label Workshop to Elevate Nong Khai GI Pineapple for a Low-Carbon Economy https://www.kku.ac.th/en/282817/ Mon, 30 Mar 2026 07:07:44 +0000 https://kku.ac.th/?p=282817                   Nong Khai – On 26 March 2024, the Faculty of Interdisciplinary Studies, Khon Kaen University, organised a workshop on innovative carbon footprint assessment for carbon labelling of pineapple production. The initiative, aimed at supporting a low-carbon economy and mitigating global warming, was held at the Ban Champa Thong Large-Plot Pineapple Community Enterprise […]

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]]> KKU Faculty of Agriculture Launches Technology Transfer Project for Soybean Production to Enhance Food Security in Khon Kaen and Chaiyaphum https://www.kku.ac.th/en/282791/ Mon, 30 Mar 2026 06:55:55 +0000 https://kku.ac.th/?p=282791 The project promotes intercropping with soybeans under water-scarce conditions, aiming to create sustainable income for farmers in the Northeast.  CHAIYAPHUM – On 27 March 2026, the Faculty of Agriculture, Khon Kaen University, launched the “Technology Transfer Project for Soybean Production with Main Crops Under Water Resource Constraints.” Associate Professor Darunee Jothityangkoon, Ph.D., Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture, delivered a report […]

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]]> Khon Kaen University – KKUVOLT Delivers Portable Solar Power System with Batteries Under EGAT Support to Enhance Readiness of Neun 350 Operating Base https://www.kku.ac.th/en/281242/ Tue, 24 Mar 2026 08:00:32 +0000 https://kku.ac.th/?p=281242 Khon Kaen University, in collaboration with the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT), has delivered the innovative “KKUVOLT” portable solar power system with batteries. This system aims to enhance the energy capabilities of border operating bases, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and promote domestically produced technology for sustainable national security.      Prof. Thidarut Boonmars, D.V.M., Ph.D., Vice President for Enterprise […]

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]]> KKU Faculty of Technology Welcomes National Experts on Carbon Capture Technology https://www.kku.ac.th/en/278343/ Wed, 11 Mar 2026 04:13:46 +0000 https://www.kku.ac.th/?p=278343 KHON KAEN – The Faculty of Technology at Khon Kaen University (KKU) hosted a delegation of experts from the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA) to showcase its research and infrastructure related to Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS). The visit is part of a national effort to achieve Thailand’s Net Zero emissions goal. On the afternoon of Wednesday, 25 […]

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]]> COLA KKU Hosts Collaborative Forum to Develop Sustainable Flood Management Strategies for Khon Kaen City https://www.kku.ac.th/en/274249/ Fri, 20 Feb 2026 05:00:02 +0000 https://www.kku.ac.th/?p=274249 The College of Local Administration Workshop, ‘Collaborative Action for Khon Kaen’s Urban Flooding,’ Integrates Policy Data and On-the-Ground Conditions, Uniting Stakeholders to Establish a Participatory Provincial Master Plan. On 18 February 2026, the College of Local Administration (COLA), Khon Kaen University, hosted the inaugural workshop titled “Collaborative Action to Solve Khon Kaen’s Urban Flooding.” Held at COLA, the event aimed to […]

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]]> KKU Advances Green University Strategy, Declaring Commitment to Carbon Neutrality by 2029 https://www.kku.ac.th/en/272674/ Fri, 13 Feb 2026 11:06:23 +0000 https://www.kku.ac.th/?p=272674  Khon Kaen University (KKU) has officially announced its commitment to achieving Carbon Neutrality by 2029, reinforcing its long-term Green University strategy and positioning itself as a leading model for environmental responsibility in Thailand and Southeast Asia. The university’s approach emphasises self-sufficient carbon offsetting and the future development of mechanisms for generating carbon credits, establishing a sustainable legacy for society and the […]

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