Dear Esteemed Participants,

On behalf of the Organizing Committee, it is our immense pleasure to welcome you to the Global Environmental Sustainability (GES) Forum 2025 in the electrifying metropolis of Bangkok —a city where golden temples whisper ancient wisdom beneath neon-lit skylines, and the rhythm of progress dances to the beat of cultural heritage. This year, we unite as global changemakers, driven by a singular vision: to ignite transformative action for a sustainable planet through innovation, collaboration, and shared purpose.

Over the coming days, Bangkok will become a crucible of ideas, hosting the world’s foremost scientists, policymakers, and sustainability leaders. Your days will be thoughtfully structured to maximize inspiration and impact:

— 9:00–10:00: Kickstart each morning with visionary keynote speeches from globally renowned experts, setting the tone for groundbreaking discussions.
— 10:00–10:30: Recharge with a coffee and tea break—an ideal moment to connect with peers amid the aromatic swirl of Thai spices and freshly brewed ideas.
— 10:30–13:00: Dive into parallel sessions tackling pressing themes—from circular economies to climate resilience. Engage in debates, workshops, and lightning talks that unpack the latest research and policy innovations.
— 13:00–14:00: Enjoy a curated networking lunch (by invitation), where interdisciplinary dialogues flourish over vibrant Thai cuisine.
— 16:00 onward: Embark on working excursions to Bangkok’s pioneering industrial and sustainability landmarks—smart energy hubs, zero-waste facilities, and urban green spaces redefining modern infrastructure.

Don’t miss the Poster Presentations in the Grand Lobby, a dynamic showcase of grassroots innovations and academic breakthroughs. Wander through this living gallery of ideas, chat with creators, and let their work spark your next collaboration!

As dusk falls, surrender to the magic of our Nightlights of Bangkok Tour, where the city’s iconic Chao Phraya River glimmers under starlight, bustling night markets burst with color and flavor, and historic landmarks like Wat Arun stand as testaments to timeless resilience.

At GES Forum, connection is key. Forge alliances with pioneers at our Innovation Pavilion, where exhibitors showcase breakthroughs in renewable tech, circular economies, and AI-driven climate solutions. Dive into the Partner Hub—a nexus of opportunity—to discover grants, collaborations, and tools that could catapult your work to global impact.

Mark your calendar for Thursday’s Sustainability Gala, a dazzling evening of fusion cuisine, traditional dance performances, and the unveiling of the GES Global Impact Awards, honoring unsung heroes whose work is healing our planet.

We urge you to engage with the GES 2025 Legacy Project, an initiative channeling resources into climate-vulnerable regions. Visit our main booth to learn how your expertise can empower marginalized communities, turning their challenges into blueprints for resilience.

As you network, pause to acknowledge colleagues navigating droughts, floods, or displacement. Let their courage fuel your discussions, and let this forum amplify their solutions.

To our tireless Organizing Committee, sponsors, and volunteers—thank you for crafting an experience as bold and multifaceted as Bangkok itself. Every session, tour, and interaction has been meticulously designed to spark inspiration and drive tangible progress.

So embrace this moment. Ask bold questions, share daring ideas, and let the spirit of Bangkok—a city that thrives on reinvention—remind us that sustainability is not a destination, but a journey we shape together.

Here’s to a week of breakthroughs, unity, and wonder in one of Earth’s most captivating cities. Welcome to GES Forum 2025—where the future begins today.

With enthusiasm,
The Organizing Committee
Global Environmental Sustainability Forum

Schedule Highlights
Daily Rhythm:
09:00–10:00 — Keynote Speeches
(coffee and tea break: 10:00–10:30)
10:30–13:00 — Parallel Sessions
13:00–14:00 — Invitation-Only Lunch
14:00–16:00 — Parallel Sessions
16:00+ — Working Excursions
Poster Presentations — Ongoing in the Grand Lobby

Keynote speeches

1. Nguyen Xuan Trung, Director General, Institute for South Asian, West Asian and Africa Studies (ISAWAAS), Vietnam
2. Sergey Taskaev, Rector of the Chelyabinsk State University
3. Pham Van Duc, Vice President, Vietnam Academy of Social Sciences, President of Graduate Academy of Social Sciences, Vietnam Academy of Social Sciences, Vietnam
4. Victor Barkhatov, Director of the Institute of Economics of Industries, Business and Administration, Chelyabinsk State University, Russia
5. Dinh Cong Hoang, Director of Dept. of Middle Eastern and Western Asian Studies , Institute for South Asian, West Asian and Africa Studies (ISAWAAS), Vietnam
6. Eun Chul Shin, Incheon National University, Dean, College of Urban ScienceIncheon, Korea
7. Sergey Likhachev, Minister of Ecology of Chelyabinsk Region, Doctor of Ecological Sciences, Russia
8. Sergey Kretov, Head of the Research Center of Russian Academy of Entrepreneurship, Russia
9. Julia Lavrikova, Director of the Institute of Economics Ural Branch of Russian Academy of Sciences, Russia
10. Konstantin Stoyanov, Department Industrial business and entrepreneurship, Trakia University, Bulgaria
11. Radoslav Radev, University of Economics – Varna, Bulgaria
12. Evelina Parashkevova-Velikova, Tsenov Academy of Economics — Svishtov, Bulgaria
13. Muhammad Imtiaz Subhani, Ilma University, Karachi, Pakistan
14. Chich Jen Shieh, Huaqiao University, Quanzhou, China
15. Wilson Cordova, De La Salle University, Manila, Philippines

Moderators

— Yingsak Vanpetch, PhD, ass. prof, Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University, Bangkok, Thailand
— Nalin Simasathiansophon, PhD, ass. prof, Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University, Bangkok, Thailand
— Denis Ushakov, PhD, ass. prof, Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University, Bangkok, Thailand

The conference will include ample time for discussion and informal interactions to ensure a lively exchange of ideas. As usual, there will be a wide variety of fun social events during this year’s conference.

 

Round table with representatives of the Orsk city administration.

A solar power plant has been built in the city of Orsk, which fully meets the electricity needs of a microdistrict of 30 thousand people. According to various estimates, there are from 160 to 200 sunny days a year.

Orsk solar power plant named after A.A. Vlaznev.
In the summer of 2020, analysts from Neosun Energy included the Orsk solar power plant in the rating of the largest solar power plants in Russia.