BANGKOK — Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC) has become Thailand’s first convention center to introduce real-time carbon footprint tracking for MICE events, marking a significant sustainability milestone for the industry.
The innovative dashboard, developed by AltoTech Global through TCEB’s Winnovation program, will debut at two major July events: Asia Sustainable Energy Week 2025 and the International Engineering Expo 2025. The platform monitors greenhouse gas emissions from energy usage, food consumption, packaging, and participant travel in real-time.
“This marks a significant milestone in establishing a strong foundation for truly sustainable events,” said QSNCC CEO Surapol Utintu. The center already follows ISO 14064-1 and Carbon Footprint for Organization standards, with this dashboard representing the next step toward systematic event-specific carbon assessments.
TCEB’s Executive Advisor Jaruwan Suwannasat praised the initiative as “game-changing” for Thailand’s MICE industry, providing quantifiable sustainability results that give the sector a competitive global advantage.
Event organizers can use the real-time data to understand environmental impact instantly and develop effective carbon reduction or offset strategies. The transparent tracking system enables both organizers and attendees to clearly see how their activities affect the environment, creating greater awareness and accountability in event planning.
The timing of this launch coincides with World Environment Day celebrations, emphasizing QSNCC’s commitment to environmental leadership. By implementing this technology, the convention center aims to establish new benchmarks for sustainable events and elevate Thailand’s MICE industry to international standards.
Sanchai Noombunnam, Country General Manager of Informa Markets Thailand and organizer of Asia Sustainable Energy Week 2025, expressed enthusiasm for the collaboration. “Having access to real-time carbon footprint data helps us better understand sustainable event practices and opens structured pathways for reducing emissions,” he said. The initiative aligns with this year’s theme: “Empowering Digital Transformation in Sustainable Energy Towards Net Zero.”
The dashboard represents a broader trend toward digitalization and sustainability in the events industry. As environmental concerns continue to drive business decisions globally, real-time monitoring tools like this could become standard practice for major venues seeking to attract environmentally conscious clients and events.
Looking ahead, QSNCC plans to integrate the service into its Loyalty Program, allowing members to redeem points for dashboard access to further promote eco-conscious event planning. This strategic move positions Thailand’s MICE sector with a unique value proposition in an increasingly competitive global market.
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