Bangkok, 16 June 2025 – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is pleased to announce that the Thailand Travel Mart Plus (TTM+) 2025, held from 4 to 6 June in Chiang Mai, has officially achieved Carbon Neutral Event Self Declaration status, marking a major milestone in Thailand’s commitment to sustainable tourism and environmental responsibility.
TAT Governor, Ms Thapanee Kiatphaibool, stated that sustainability is the foundation of all TAT initiatives. “TTM+ is not only a vital international tourism business platform but also a direct reflection of TAT’s mission to drive responsible tourism that benefits both people and the planet. The Carbon Neutral Event Self Declaration at TTM+ 2025 is a clear demonstration of that vision in action.”
To achieve this status, TAT partnered with the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) to monitor and calculate carbon emissions generated at the event’s venue, the Royal Park Rajapruek. All emissions were fully offset through the Carbon Knox Declaration platform, positioning TTM+ 2025 as a leading example of low-impact tourism events in the region.
The event succeeded in reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 669.84 kgCO₂eq—equivalent to the carbon absorption capacity of 47 trees—and diverted 1,080.63 kilograms of waste from landfill through a comprehensive sorting and recycling system. Waste was categorised into 555 kilograms of general waste, 425 kilograms of food scraps, and 100.63 kilograms of recyclable materials.
TAT also collaborated with Central Tham and Recycle Day to manage waste responsibly. Organic waste was sent to Chiang Mai University for biogas production, while PET plastics and other recyclables were delivered to appropriate processing centres.
In support of the event’s zero food waste strategy, surplus cooked meals that had not been served were distributed to nearby communities. A total of 300 food and water packages were delivered to the Wat Don Chan Orphanage and the Northern School for the Blind in Chiang Mai, extending the positive impact of the event beyond its environmental goals.
Adding to the success, TTM+ 2025 surpassed its target with over 13,000 scheduled business appointments. The event brought together 406 buyers from 51 countries, 450 sellers, and 117 media representatives, further strengthening Thailand’s position as a tourism hub committed to sustainable growth.
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