ไทยThe signing ceremony of this Memorandum of Agreement was held at the Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University on December 24, 2024. It was signed between the Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University and KPMG Phoomchai Business Advisory Ltd. to demonstrate their commitment to collaborate in the exchange of knowledge and to promote the development of sustainable knowledge suitable for Thai society. This collaboration aims to drive businesses of all levels towards sustainability, thereby supporting Thailand’s efforts to achieve sustainable development goals. The cooperation covers aspects of environmental (Environment), social (Social), and governance (Governance) development.
The objectives of this collaboration are to jointly manage appropriate sustainable knowledge for the Thai business and society, enhance capabilities, integrate cooperation to develop the readiness of personnel, and promote collaboration in raising awareness of sustainable development among businesses and society. This includes supporting government policies on sustainability.
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Under this collaboration, both parties have outlined joint operational guidelines to support knowledge exchange activities on sustainability. These include exchanging lectures between the Faculty of Engineering and the company in sustainability area, accepting internships by the company, and jointly supporting the organization of seminars to disseminate research findings on thought leadership and sustainability knowledge (Thought Leadership and Publication) in ESG from the practical perspective of businesses and academic research to support the creation of a sustainable development network in Thailand.
Associate Professor Dr. Wittaya Wannasuphoprasit, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University, spoke about this collaboration, with KPMG in supporting and carrying out academic initiatives, as well as activities related to the development of knowledge in sustainability. This partnership aims to translate acquired knowledge into practical applications, including the development of expertise in ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance). It also focuses on enhancing the potential of engineering students in all ESG dimensions to become world-class engineers capable of driving businesses at all levels towards sustainability. This initiative aligns with and supports Thailand’s efforts to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Mr. Charoen Phusamritlert, CEO of KPMG Phoomchai Business Advisory Ltd., commented that the signing of this Memorandum of Agreement marks the beginning of an efficient collaboration. He expressed confidence that this partnership will lead to the development of knowledge and sustainability in various related dimensions, including the enhancement of personnel capabilities, knowledge and experience exchange, and the creation of new innovations beneficial to both organizations.
