Bangkok’s Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC) has reached a major milestone in its sustainability journey.
Through its Waste Not, Delight More programme, launched in 2023, the venue achieved zero food waste in 2024 by repurposing 100 per cent of surplus.
Of the total collected, 63.4 per cent was composted into organic matter for animal feed and fertiliser, cutting farmers’ costs and supporting income from produce such as eggs and vegetables. A further 19 per cent was sent to fish farms, 9.6 per cent to animal farms, and 8.1 per cent to biofuel production for aircraft. These measures eliminated landfill disposal and reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 13,554kg of CO₂e – equivalent to planting 1,506 trees.
Additionally, through pre-ordering technology and carefully designed menus that maximise the use of local ingredients, QSNCC has significantly reduced surplus.
Surapol Utintu, CEO of QSNCC, said: “These global sustainability awards not only elevate QSNCC’s reputation worldwide, but also affirm our dedication and creativity in achieving zero food waste, while delivering sustainable, delightful F&B experiences. These recognitions inspire us to continue advancing toward our ultimate goal of Net Zero.”
The centre has also introduced broader measures, including energy efficiency upgrades, local sourcing, and systematic waste segregation.
In June 2025, QSNCC became the first Thai convention centre to debut a Real-Time Carbon Footprint Tracking Dashboard for business events, piloted at the Asia Sustainable Energy Week, and International Engineering Expo in July.
The venue’s commitment has attracted a steady pipeline of sustainability-focused events. In 2025 alone, QSNCC will host the Mae Fah Luang Foundation Sustainability Forum, Sustainability Expo, Thailand Smart City Expo, and International Conference on Biodiversity.
