FUNDAMENTALS OF CARBON MANAGEMENT IN HOSPITALITY
Climate change is rippling across the globe, impacting communities, lives, businesses, and economies - especially in the hospitality sector. The hospitality industry faces a changing market as guests increasingly prioritize eco-friendly practices. Managing your carbon footprint can gain a competitive edge in a market and minimise your operational costs. Learn all about sustainability and carbon management.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Fundamentals of Carbon Management in Hospitality course focuses on delivering a thorough understanding of carbon management principles and current practice. Participants will acquire the ability to assess, quantify and reduce carbon emissions in their operations, fostering environmentally responsible and cost-effective business practices.
WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
- The fundamentals of sustainability, climate change and carbon management
- How to identify sources of carbon emissions and gather data for a carbon footprint assessment
- Strategies to reduce carbon emissions and implement sustainable practices
- Monitoring and reporting on carbon reduction efforts, setting measurable targets, and communicating results to stakeholders
- Integrating carbon management into daily operations
COURSE OUTLINE
Module 1: Overview of climate change, International and Thailand Climate Policy
Module 2: Carbon pricing mechanism
- Understand the science and impact of climate change on a global and local scale
- Explore key international agreements and Thailand's specific policies related to climate action (e.g. Draft Thailand's Climate Act and Thailand Taxonomy)
- Gain insights into how these policies affect the hospitality industry in Thailand
- Explore different carbon pricing mechanisms e.g. carbon taxes and Emission Trading Schemes (ETS)
- Analyse the potential impact of carbon pricing on the hospitality industry globally and in Thailand
- Discuss how your business can prepare for and adapt to carbon pricing implementation
Module 3: Introduction to carbon emission assessment and GHG Reporting Framework
- Explore the concepts of carbon neutrality and offsetting mechanisms
- Discover methodologies for assessing carbon emissions
- Explore prominent international standards for carbon footprinting e.g. the Greenhouse Gas Protocol
- Learn how to select the appropriate methodology and standard for your specific requirements
Module 4: Creating an emission inventory
- Develop a step-by-step process for conducting a comprehensive emission inventory
- Data sources and tools relevant to the Thai hospitality industry for calculating the greenhouse gas emission
- Calculate your company's carbon footprint
Module 5: Climate Risk Assessment for Hospitality Business
- Identify and analyze climate risks specific to the hospitality industry in Thailand
- Learn methodologies for assessing climate risks
- Understand how climate risk impacts decision-making for your business
Module 6: Decarbonize strategies in hospitality
- Discover decarbonize strategies and initiatives to reduce the emission
- Discuss case studies from industrial best practice
Module 7: The Future of Carbon Management in Hospitality
- Explore emerging technologies and trends in carbon reduction relevant to the hospitality sector
- Discuss on upcoming policy regulations and industry best practices
Experts
Dr. Bordin Vongvitayapirom has a Master’s in Engineering Management from Old Dominion University in the USA and a PhD in Industrial Engineering from Kasetsart University. He has experience in Oil and Gas, Renewable Energy and Manufacturing from leading companies and instructor for ESG Risk Management and Sustainability Report and Disclosure for Stock Exchange and listed companies
Dissayanun Pinsuwan, an alumnus of Chulalongkorn University with a degree in Engineering and an MBA from Imperial College London, has over seven years of expertise in the petrochemical sector. He currently specializes as a consultant, concentrating on the development of decarbonization strategies and promoting sustainability.
Thanida Lawseriwanich holds a bachelor's degree in economics with an MSc in Public Policy from Hitotsubashi University in Japan (MEXT Scholarship). She served as a senior analysis at the Bank of Thailand for over 10 years and is curently a consultant on sustainability and sustainable finance.
ENROLMENT CRITERIA
This course is designed for ambitious professionals from any industry. There are no prerequisites to enrol.
ENROLMENT PROCESS
To enrol, please choose your dates and and fill in your personal details. You will then receive an email with a payment link. Acceptance is contingent upon receipt of payment at least five days before the start of the course. Late enrolments may be accepted on a case-by-case basis.
DEADLINE
We must receive payment at least five days before the start of the course. Late enrollments can be accepted on a case-by-case basis.
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