Chiang Mai University recognises that the global climate crisis, together with rising energy demand and dependence on fossil fuels, makes the transition to clean energy and energy-efficient technologies a critical mission for governments, industries and societies worldwide. Industry needs practical knowledge, skilled people and reliable technologies to reduce energy use and adopt renewable energy, while governments need sound, evidence-based input to shape clean energy and energy-efficient technology policy.
Through the Energy Research and Development Institute – Nakornping (ERDI-CMU), Chiang Mai University addresses these needs by providing direct services to local industry and supporting government and public-sector partners in the clean energy transition. Drawing on research, training and technology expertise, ERDI-CMU serves as a reliable source of knowledge, capacity building and evidence-based input on renewable energy, energy efficiency and alternative fuels. The following sections present how this is put into practice, through training and workshops for industry, applied research on renewable energy options, and collaboration with national, regional and local partners that supports clean energy policy development, knowledge transfer and the adoption of clean energy technologies.
Chiang Mai University’s Hydrogen and Alternative Fuels Training with EGAT: Building Industry Capacity for Clean Energy
Chiang Mai University, through ERDI-CMU, and the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) delivered a three-day academic training programme on hydrogen and alternative fuels across the supply chain, combining lectures, hands-on practice and a field study featuring an Energy Management System, solar power, battery storage and hydrogen. Assessment scores rose from 53% to 87%, with participant satisfaction of 4.6 out of 5.0, demonstrating effective knowledge transfer and capacity building. Follow-up courses are planned to support a sustainable hydrogen economy.
Chiang Mai University Supports Public-Sector Partners with Evidence-Based Corn Biomass Research and a Pilot Model for Renewable Energy
As part of its work to support public-sector partners in the clean energy transition, Chiang Mai University led a research team with EGAT Mae Moh, PMU-A and the Lampang Provincial Industrial Council on the “Innovation for Efficient Corn Biomass Management” project, providing evidence-based research on agricultural residue biomass as a renewable energy option. The findings were presented at an academic seminar with public and private sector representatives, giving government-linked agencies and local stakeholders a shared evidence base for renewable energy decision-making. Chiang Mai University then worked in collaboration with public-sector partners to scale a pilot model for biomass management in Mae Moh District, Lampang, translating research into practical, locally applied renewable energy action in partnership with government-linked agencies.
In summary, Chiang Mai University advances SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy) by providing direct services to local industry and supporting government and public-sector partners in the clean energy transition. Through hands-on training and workshops on hydrogen and alternative fuels, the University builds industry capacity and strengthens knowledge transfer. Through evidence-based research on corn biomass as a renewable energy option and a pilot model for biomass management, developed with national, regional and local public-sector partners, it supports clean energy policy and the adoption of clean energy and energy-efficient technology, accelerating the transition to clean energy.
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