On April 9, 2025, the International College, Burapha University (BUUIC), in collaboration with the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the Coordinating Body on the Seas of East Asia (COBSEA), organized a stakeholder consultation workshop at Pullman King Power Bangkok.
More than 40 participants from government agencies, the private sector, trade associations, environmental NGOs, and academic institutions had joined the workshop to discuss capacity-building priorities related to plastic circularity and extended producer responsibility (EPR). Attendees received key updates on national and regional circular economy policies and participated in productive discussions aimed at identifying sustainable and scalable solutions.
The event also introduced the framework of BUUIC’s upcoming online course on EPR, to be delivered in both Thai and English. Stakeholders provided valuable feedback on the course’s structure and content, helping to ensure it aligns with real-world needs. This workshop forms part of UNEP’s broader initiative to strengthen Thailand’s capacity to address plastic pollution. The online course, a central component of the project, is expected to launch in September 2025 and will serve as a foundational tool to enhance stakeholders’ understanding and implementation of EPR principles nationwide.
