Message from the President of Thaksin University
On behalf of Thaksin University, it is an honor, and a pleasure, to welcome all
participants to the 2013 International Conference on Alternative Energy in Developing
Countries and Emerging Economies held in Bangkok, Thailand.
Climate change is a serious issue that threatens economic and social development in all
countries. While the World has historically relied greatly on fossil fuels as a primary
source of energy, humanity is rapidly realizing that we collectively need to find and
adopt new patterns of energy production and consumption, new methods of
transportation, and different types of land use and waste management to reduce the
impacts of climate change.
The 2013 AEDCEE Conference will bring together leaders in the alternative energy
industry, academic experts, research sectors and governments to meet, interact,
exchange ideas and discuss the state of the art of advanced technology, research and
development related to alternative energy sources. Solutions will also be offered in
order to respond to the growing demand from developing countries who aspire to
achieve environmentally sustainable economic growth.
I would like to express my deepest gratitude and sincere thanks to the Research and
Development Institute and the Research Center in Energy and Environment of Thaksin
University, along with our international partners, the Université de Moncton (Canada)
and the University of Maryland (USA), who have contributed in one way or another to
the success of the Conference. I also want to express my deepest appreciation to the
sponsors of the Conference, who believe in our people and in Thaksin University.
It is by working collectively and cooperatively that we will move towards the
sustainable development of our nations. I trust this Conference will help to take us
closer to our goals of implementing alternative energy sources for developing countries
and emerging economies.
While in Thailand, may you also take the opportunity to visit our great country and see,
first-hand, why we are called the
Land of Smiles
.
Cordially,
Associate Professor Dr. Somkiat Saithanoo
President, Thaksin University
2013 International Conference on Alternative Energy in Developing Countries and Emerging Economies
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