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Chiang Mai University aims to become a “Carbon Neutral University” with five key frameworks, starting with Theme 1: Carbon Footprint Monitoring.
\nChiang Mai University (CMU) has announced its commitment to becoming a “Carbon Neutral University” by 2032, one of the university’s key sustainable development goals. To achieve this goal, CMU has established five key frameworks as a systematic and continuous guideline for its operations.
\nThe first framework, or Theme 1: Carbon Footprint Monitoring, is a key foundation for the university’s environmental and energy management efforts to achieve clear and measurable goals.<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udd0e Theme 1: Carbon Footprint Monitoring
\n1. Assessment and Monitoring
\nChiang Mai University has developed an online platform for tracking and reporting greenhouse gas emissions (carbon footprint) across all units within the university. This platform enables transparent and up-to-date verification of Scope 1 (Direct Emissions), Scope 2 (Indirect Emissions from electricity use), and Scope 3 (Other Indirect Emissions) emissions data.
\nResearchers and administrators can use this data to design targeted emission reduction measures to meet the goals of achieving Carbon Neutrality and Net Zero.<\/p>\n

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2. Certification
\nTo build trust and achieve nationally and internationally recognized standards, CMU has assessed and requested Carbon Footprint for Organization (CFO) certification from the Thailand Greenhouse Gas Management Organization (Public Organization) (TGO).
\nCurrently, several units within the university have received CFO certification, including:
\n\u2022 Energy Research and Development Institute, Nakhon Ping
\n\u2022 Hariphunchai Education Center
\n\u2022 Mae Hia Educational Area
\n\u2022 Academic Services Office
\nIn addition, CMU has received Carbon Neutral Certificate certification, including:
\n\u2022 Energy Research and Development Institute, Nakhon Ping
\n\u2022 Hariphunchai Education Center
\nThis certification confirms that: The university has taken steps to reduce and offset greenhouse gas emissions, achieving carbon neutrality.<\/p>\n

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3. Target Setting
\nCMU has developed a greenhouse gas management plan for the short, medium, and long term, with clear indicators covering energy consumption reduction, renewable energy use, resource efficiency improvement, and carbon offset measures. This aims to achieve Carbon Neutrality and Net Zero goals within a timeframe consistent with national and international development goals.
\n\ud83d\udcca Tangible Results and Achievements
\n\u2022 The CMU Carbon Footprint Online platform displays real-time data, reporting Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions, presented in an easy-to-understand dashboard.
\n\u2022 Certification from the Thailand Greenhouse Gas Management Organization (TGO)
\n\u2022 Several university departments have received CFO Certificates
\n\u2022 Some departments have already received Carbon Neutral Certificates
\n\u2022 Elevating organizational standards
\n\u2022 Certification enhances the university’s credibility
\n\u2022 Becoming a model for other educational institutions in achieving sustainable environmental management
\n\ud83c\udf0d CMU as a leader in sustainability
\nChiang Mai University is not only a source of academic learning, but also a model for social and environmental development through concrete and continuous operations. Monitoring and assessing the Carbon Footprint is an important first step in the university’s journey towards becoming a “Carbon Neutral University.”
\nThis move reinforces Chiang Mai University’s commitment to being a leader in environmental management among Thai higher education institutions and its readiness to inspire all sectors of society to work together to reduce greenhouse gas emissions for a sustainable future for the planet.
\n\ud83d\udc49 For more information, please visit:
\n\ud83d\udd17 CMU Carbon Footprint Platform<\/p>\n

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