Collaborations with NGOs on Climate Adaptation
Collaboration between academic institutions and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) plays a crucial role in enhancing knowledge, raising awareness, and strengthening climate adaptation capacity, key factors in mitigating impacts and promoting community sustainability. WU, as a green university, has been the proactive force in climate adaptation and environmental education through partnerships with NGOs and local stakeholders. By fostering collaborations, WU delivers impactful programs addressing climate change risks, adaptation strategies, and sustainable development.
Trang Province Climate Change Collaboration
Led by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Warit Jawjit and the faculty, WU, collaborated with the Trang Provincial Office of Natural Resources and Environment to enhance local climate adaptation plans. WU participated in the fifth meeting of the Trang Province Climate Change Working Group and the opening ceremony of the Climate Change and Biodiversity Coordination Center at Thumrin Thana Hotel, Trang Province. This center serves as a hub for disseminating knowledge of climate change, coordinating efforts with the Save Andaman Network Foundation, Trang, and offering critical data to support provincia adaptation measures.
Promoting Low Carbon Tourism
In collaboration with the Baan Naitung Fisherfolk Association, WU implemented a Low Carbon Tourism project in Nakhon Si Thammarat coastal communities. Led by Asst. Prof. Dr. Amonsak Sawusdee and team, this initiative develops eco-friendly tourism routes, combining community-based tourism with low-carbon activities. The program promotes using solar-powered boats and bicycles while encouraging sustainable practices in local fisheries and aquaculture.
Data Collection for Climate Action in Phatthalung
WU extended the collaboration to Phatthalung Province, gathering data on climate change impacts in the Ban Chong Fuen Community and Lan Yor, Koh Mak Sub-district. Collaborated with the Pak Phayun Lake Conservation Fishermen’s Association, Asst. Prof. Jenjira Kaewrat continued the project, contributing to draft provincial climate adaptation strategies. These efforts align with Thailand’s commitment to Carbon Neutrality by 2050 and Net Zero Emissions by 2065, as pledged at COP26.
Goal 13: Climate Action
Goal 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals