Thailand Travel Mart Plus 2025 achieved Carbon Neutral Event Self Declaration status, reinforcing Thailand’s leadership in sustainable tourism through emissions offsetting, waste diversion, and community-focused initiatives.
Thailand Travel Mart Plus 2025 has officially achieved Carbon Neutral Event Self Declaration status, setting a new standard for sustainability in tourism trade events across Asia. Organised by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), the event was held from 4 to 6 June 2025 at the Royal Park Rajapruek in Chiang Mai. This achievement underscores Thailand’s commitment to reducing environmental impact while promoting responsible tourism practices that benefit local communities and ecosystems.
According to TAT Governor, Ms Thapanee Kiatphaibool, sustainability remains the core of TAT’s tourism development strategy. “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,” she stated. “The Carbon Neutral Event Self Declaration at TTM+ 2025 is a clear demonstration of that vision in action.”
To fulfil the requirements for the carbon neutrality declaration, Thailand Travel Mart Plus 2025 collaborated with the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) to monitor carbon emissions throughout the event. Emissions generated at the venue were carefully measured and fully offset via the Carbon Knox Declaration platform. The initiative resulted in a total reduction of 669.84 kgCO₂eq—equivalent to the carbon absorption of 47 trees.
The event also implemented a robust waste management strategy, diverting 1,080.63 kilograms of waste from landfill. Waste was classified into general waste (555 kg), food scraps (425 kg), and recyclables (100.63 kg). TAT partnered with Central Them and Recycle Day to ensure waste was processed responsibly. Organic waste was converted into biogas at Chiang Mai University, while PET plastics and other recyclables were sent to authorised recycling centres.
n line with its zero food waste commitment, Thailand Travel Mart Plus 2025 redirected surplus meals to local communities. A total of 300 food and water packages were distributed to the Wat Don Chan Orphanage and the Northern School for the Blind in Chiang Mai, turning excess into opportunity and expanding the event’s impact beyond sustainability metrics.
Beyond its environmental success, TTM+ 2025 exceeded its business goals, hosting over 13,000 scheduled appointments. The event welcomed 406 international buyers from 51 countries, 450 sellers, and 117 media representatives, reinforcing Thailand’s competitive position as a leading destination for sustainable and responsible tourism.
With its successful execution and measurable impact, Thailand Travel Mart Plus 2025 has set a benchmark for carbon-conscious event management in the global travel industry. It serves as a blueprint for how business events can drive sustainability while maintaining commercial relevance and community engagement.
