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\n\t\t\t\t \n\t\tAbout the Talk<\/b>\u00a0<\/p>\n
In “Transforming Waste Management: The Path to Decarbonization through Circular Economy and Zero Waste Principles,” we explore innovative strategies to redefine how we approach waste. This keynote will delve into the critical intersection of waste management and climate action, emphasizing the role of the Circular Economy in mitigating carbon emissions. By transitioning from traditional linear models to circular systems, we can significantly reduce waste, enhance resource efficiency, and drive sustainability. Key topics will include practical applications of Circular Economy principles, the integration of Zero Waste management strategies to minimize landfill dependence, and the adoption of technologies that support these goals. Attendees will gain insights into policy frameworks, actionable steps for implementing these transformative practices, and successful case studies. The session aims to inspire a paradigm shift in waste management practices, highlighting how adopting these principles not only curbs carbon footprints but also fosters economic and environmental resilience.<\/p>\n
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About the speaker:<\/strong><\/p>\n Dr. Thawatchai is a Senior Manager and Global Sustainability Lead at T\u00dcV S\u00dcD AG, based in Singapore. In his current role, Dr. Thawatchai spearheads the development of advanced testing, verification, and certification solutions for sustainable and circular products, aligning with both international and regional regulations across global markets. His responsibilities extend to strategizing and managing all the services related to Circular Economy and Decarbonization for T\u00dcV S\u00dcD globally. With over 15 years of dedicated experience in sustainability and circular product innovation, Dr. Thawatchai’s expertise is instrumental in shaping strategies and enhancing competencies within T\u00dcV S\u00dcD. He is also a prominent representative of the company at national and international forums, where he shares his profound knowledge as a subject matter expert in Circular Economy, Resource Use, and Decarbonization.<\/p>\n Before joining T\u00dcV S\u00dcD, Dr. Thawatchai served as the Director of Product Development & Licensing at a company specializing in sustainable and circular textile and plastic products. His early career includes a remarkable tenure as a Scientist at the NUS-Environment Research Institute (NERI) in Singapore, where he focused on Waste-to-Energy and Resource Recovery.<\/p>\n Dr. Thawatchai holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering from the National University of Singapore, a Master of Science in Polymer Science from The Petroleum and Petrochemical College at Chulalongkorn University, and a Bachelor of Engineering with First Class Honors in Petrochemicals and Polymeric Materials from Silpakorn University.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Dr. Thawatchai Maneerung Senior Manager, Global Sustainability(Decarbonization & Circular Economy)Corporate Sustainability Office T\u00dcV S\u00dcD AG Transforming Waste Management: The Path to Decarbonisation through Circular Economy and Zero Waste Principles About […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":11,"featured_media":0,"parent":414,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"site-sidebar-layout":"no-sidebar","site-content-layout":"page-builder","ast-site-content-layout":"full-width-container","site-content-style":"unboxed","site-sidebar-style":"unboxed","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"disabled","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"disabled","footer-sml-layout":"","ast-disable-related-posts":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"default","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"set","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-6713","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"yoast_head":"\n