Thailand Travel Mart Plus (TTM+) 2025, held from June 4-6, has achieved Carbon Neutral Event Self Declaration status, marking a major milestone in Thailand’s commitment to sustainable tourism and environmental responsibility.
To achieve this status, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) partnered with the Provincial Electricity Authority 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 1,080.63kg of waste from landfill through a comprehensive sorting and recycling system. Waste was categorised into 555kg of general waste, 425kg of food scraps, and 100.63kg 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.
TAT governor 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,” she stated.
