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Sugar & Ethanol Asia
September 2025
Radisson Blu Bangkok Plaza

Mr Thirach Rungruangkanokkul
Asia Pacific Regional Head at Bonsucro
Speaker

Profile

Thirach Rungruangkanokkul is currently the Regional Head for Asia and the Pacific at Bonsucro, the Sustainable Sugarcane Platform. His distinguished career features significant leadership roles, including his tenure as Executive Director at the Agricultural and Food Marketing Association for Asia and the Pacific (AFMA), an International Governmental Organization in Association with the United Nations FAO and his influential position as Chair of the Taskforce for Responsible Consumption and Production within the Business Advisory Council to the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP).

A visionary strategist, Thirach has championed the agenda of Sustainability for Profitability, seamlessly integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Climate Action, Sustainable Consumption and Production (SCP), and Sustainable Food Value Chain management. His pioneering efforts have led to the creation of transformative initiatives such as the Sustainable Agro-Food Multi-stakeholder Partnership Platform, the Sustainable Ocean Ambassador program, and the prestigious Climate Action Awards.

Thirach's credentials include his achievement on the Management of Sustainable Procurement and Ethical Sourcing for Multinational Businesses, Policy Advocacy, Business Policy, and Business Research Methodology. His comprehensive expertise and innovative approach continue to shape the future of sustainable development in the agro-food sector.

Agenda Sessions

  • Session by Bonsucro

    14:45
  • Opening Remarks by the Chair

    09:00
  • Panel Discussion: Charting the Future of Renewable Energy in Transportation: Balancing EV and Ethanol Adoption in India and Thailand

    12:50