On May 22, 2026, the International Biochar Association Pacific (IBAP), in collaboration with German-Thai Agricultural Cooperation Project (GETHAC) and the National Metal and Materials Technology Center (MTEC), successfully hosted the “Biochar Forum for Sustainable Development”. The event took place at Silk 2 Room, BITEC Bangna, as part of AGRITECHNICA ASIA 2026.
This forum served as a dynamic platform for exchanging knowledge, perspectives, and fostering collaborations to implement and scale up “Biochar” applications in Thailand. Key areas of focus included sustainable waste management, regenerative agriculture, carbon sequestration, and the circular economy.
The forum was divided into two highly insightful sessions:
🔹 Session 1: “Biochar: A Sustainable Waste Management Solution for a Truly Circular Economy & Real-World Biochar Use Cases”
An inspiring panel featuring private sector leaders and practitioners who shared experiences on adding value through biochar:
1.Ms. Pasinee Tangsuriyapaisan | Enable Earth Co., Ltd.
2.Mr. Natthawut Chanruang | Chanruang Farm
3.Mr. Winai Wongkittiphong | BCG Products Co., Ltd.
4.Ms. Peerada Patitus | People Protecting the Environment Foundation
🔹 Session 2: Brainstorming Workshop on “Driving Biochar into Concrete Action in Thailand” A strategic dialogue bridging the public, academic, and private sectors to shape the future direction, support frameworks, and foster ecosystem development for biochar in Thailand.
1.Prof. Dr. Apiniti Jotisankasa | President of the International Biochar Asia Pacific Trade Association (IBAP)
2.Dr.Prapa Taranet | Director of Research and Development for the Acid Soil Management Subdivision, Land Development Department
3.Mr. Rapeetouch Unjittphan | Deputy Director-General, Department of Agricultural Extension
4.Mr. Wichai Paksa | Vice President of Policy and Strategy Deparment, Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives
5.Dr. Nittaya Cha-un | Center of Greenhouse gas Management – The Joint Graduate School of Energy and Environment, King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi
6.Moderated by: Dr. Bualuang Faiyue, Assistant Director of Organizational Management of the Sustainable Environment Research Institute, Chulalongkorn University.
IBAP extends our sincerest gratitude to all honorable speakers, partner organizations, and participants for being part of this event, driving us closer to a low-carbon society and a sustainable future together.
