Bangkok, January 22, 2024 – MIT Industrial Liaison Program (ILP) opens the stage for “2024 MIT Bangkok Symposium,” the first regional conference in Thailand under the topic “Technologies & Policies for a Sustainable World,” inviting senior executives, experts from various industries, investors and world-class researchers to exchange knowledge and perspectives on sustainable development. On this occasion, Mr. Natwut Amornvivat, Director of the Board, True Corporation Plc., participated in the “Industry – Academia – Government Panel Discussion” along with Dr. Tarit Nimmanwudipong, General Manager of True Digital Park attended the event as a co-host of True Digital Park, the largest technology and startup hub in ASEAN, located in the heart of the Bangkok CyberTech District of Thailand.
Mr. Natwut Amornvivat, Director of the Board, True Corporation Plc., said that “True Corporation, Thai tech company, recognizes the importance of conducting business based on sustainability, covering every ESG dimension, and is ready to bring the potentials of digital technology to drive society and the country to create long-term value by promoting the concept of “Green Energy Use” to be elevated to the level of world standards. The company encourages the government policy to increase the proportion of green energy production which is an important fundamental factor that will meet the needs and attract world-class companies and partners. This will support Thailand to be another attractive location for investment. However, the key is not only about the source of energy, but the smart grid and the whole system that must be taken into account in every integrated process. Digital technology and connectivity play a significant role in driving sustainability, such as connecting an IoT signal system that can measure energy savings as well as carbon absorption for result processing through the telecommunications network system. This is due to data and indicators are very crucial in creating concrete cooperation for a sustainable world together.”
Dr. Tarit Nimmanwudipong, General Manager of True Digital Park, as the event co-host said that “On behalf of True Digital Park, it is an honor to give all participants a warm welcome. This symposium marks a remarkable start to the year, providing opportunities to exchange of ideas and insights on sustainable development. A special thank goes to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) for sharing their wealth of knowledge, fostering a dynamic exchange of ideas that transcends borders. We hope that each of you leaves this symposium enriched with knowledge and inspired to contribute to the sustainable future we collectively strive for.”
