Four keys to building your company's synthetic biology strategy Big incumbent companies can't afford to fall behind in a new tech-and-science arms race. Fortune · Mar 3, 2023
Green factory breaks ground NatureWorks, a manufacturer of polylactic acid (PLA), a sugar-derived biopolymer, has started the construction of a new factory in Nakhon Sawan in line with a state policy to support bio-, circular and green (BCG) economic development. Bangkok Post · Feb 4, 2023
Exim Bank set to expand BCG loans Export-Import Bank of Thailand (Exim Bank) aims to expand the proportion of loans it extends to businesses conforming to the bio, circular and green economy (BCG) model to 50% of its anticipated total outstanding loans in the next three years from the current level of 28%. Bangkok Post · Jan 30, 2023
Why great managers are the best answer to the labor shortage, according to BCG What makes a good manager? New research from BCG decodes the DNA of great people managers. Fortune · Jan 10, 2023
CFO roles are evolving—and women could come out ahead Experts explain key ways to advance women into financial leadership roles. Fortune · Jan 4, 2023
Chinese automakers launch into Australia with lower-cost EVs as local uptake is about to accelerate China has become the world's largest electric vehicle manufacturer, with some of its models are coming to Australia in the new year, bringing a more-attractive price tag for Australian consumers. ABC News · Jan 2, 2023
IEAT plans to build 2 BCG estates The Industrial Estate Authority of Thailand (IEAT) plans to build two new so-called "BCG industrial estates" in Rayong and Lamphun under a 3-billion-baht investment. Bangkok Post · Dec 8, 2022
A.I.'s uniqueness shakes up the risk-benefit calculus for business leaders Business leaders may have to change their decision-making processes to adapt to the distinctive properties of artificial intelligence. Fortune · Dec 2, 2022
SCG unveils new green tech SET-listed Siam Cement Group (SCG), Thailand's largest cement maker and industrial conglomerate, continues to position itself as focused on the environment and health by developing two new technologies that can reduce carbon dioxide and help clean the air. Bangkok Post · Dec 1, 2022
BCG development seen as route to avoid non-tariff barriers Bio-, circular and green (BCG) economic development can help the country avoid non-tariff barriers as well as become a key tool in cutting carbon emissions, following the government's pledge to promote BCG projects during the Apec summit, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI). Bangkok Post · Nov 24, 2022
COP 27 marked a 'vibe' shift toward addressing the once taboo subject of climate adaptation Adaptation was long off-limits because it acknowledges the harm of climate change, says BCG sustainable investing head. Fortune · Nov 23, 2022
A showcase for the BCG model The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) summit offered a glimpse into how countries plan to deal with uncertainties post-pandemic as well as the Thai government's push towards a new economic model. Bangkok Post · Nov 20, 2022
Why Franco-Thai relations matter Under Thailand's Apec Host Year theme of "Open. Connect. Balance", Thailand has worked hard to promote trade and investment that is open to all opportunities, reconnect the region, and drive Apec towards a balanced, inclusive, and sustainable post-Covid19 growth through the Bio-Circular-Green (BCG) Economy Model. Bangkok Post · Nov 20, 2022
Time for an Apec reckoning After months of preparation and millions of baht spent, the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) summit kicked off on Friday in Bangkok amid increasing tensions at home and abroad. Bangkok Post · Nov 19, 2022
Bangkok Post · Nov 15, 2022 GC co-hosts the APEC 2022 Forum Showcasing an environmentally friendly and sustainable approach using the YOUTURN Platform to manage plastic waste at the forum and highlighting the Upcycling House Project in the BCG exhibition.
Bangkok Post · Nov 14, 2022 Govt opens BCG model exhibition The government on Monday launched an exhibition on Thailand's bio-circular-green (BCG) economic model to promote sustainable and inclusive growth, which will run alongside the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) Leaders' Week.
Bangkok Post · Nov 5, 2022 Exhibition to feature BCG model ahead of Apec summit The government will hold an exhibition on Nov 14 to promote Thailand's bio-circular-green (BCG) economic model as a solution to climate change and a core strategy for sustainable economic growth, according to spokesman Anucha Burapachaisri.
Bangkok Post · Nov 2, 2022 New mindset 'key to green growth' Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha on Wednesday called for all stakeholders to change their business mindset and put a focus on sustainability as he touted Thailand's bio-circular-green (BCG) economic model as a solution to climate change and a core strategy for sustainable economic growth.
Benzinga · Oct 24, 2022 As M&A Activity Slows, ESG Deals Buck The Trend With Plug And ChargePoint Commanding Huge Premiums Due to the difficult macroeconomic headwinds, the merger and acquisition (M&A) sector has cooled down compared to 2021.
AAP · Sep 29, 2022 Sustainability high in Aust minds: Woolies Australian consumers 'give a damn' about sustainability and even more so than two years ago, a major retailer has warned business leaders.
Bangkok Post · Sep 10, 2022 Apec business chiefs back SMEs PHUKET: Twenty-one Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) members have agreed on a plan to help micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) as well as startups gear up to adopt the bio-circular green (BCG) economic model.
Bangkok Post · Aug 30, 2022 Lenzing’s new €400 million factory strengthens Thailand’s status as regional bio-green-circular hub – BOI The start of operations at European textile giant Lenzing’s recent opening of the world’s largest production plant for the eco-friendly fibre lyocell exemplifies Thailand’s status as a hub for green and sustainable investments, according to an article pub-lished on the Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) website.
InsideEVs · Aug 29, 2022 Electric Car Adoption Soars Above Expert Predictions It seems that electric car adoption has exceeded predictions and the future looks even brighter for EVs.
Bangkok Post · Aug 23, 2022 Riding Thailand’s Green Surge From miracle textiles to $400 doll houses and the planet’s largest PET resin recycler, investors embrace a BCG economy
Bangkok Post · Jul 20, 2022 Role of BCG economy discussed at Apec forum The Bio-Circular-Green (BCG) model, Thailand's new economic model for inclusive and sustainable growth, can boost business opportunities after the pandemic has subsided, local experts told an Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum yesterday.