“The Greening of ASEAN Cities”
Programme
| Wednesday 25 June 2008
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Arrival of the
Delegates
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| 1800 – 1900
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Welcome
Reception
Hosted by:
Mr. Apirak Kosayodhin,
Governor,
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DAY 1 |
Thursday 26 June 2008 |
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0800 – 0830 |
Registration |
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0830 – 0900 |
Courtesy call |
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0900 – 1000 |
Opening
Ceremony Opening Remarks:
Mr. Apirak Kosayodhin, Governor, |
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1000 - 1045 |
Session I:
Defining the issues for Green Asean Cities”
Cities are
responsible for three-quarters of the world’s energy consumption. This energy
is mostly derived from fossil fuels and significantly contributes to the
greenhouse gas emissions that cause climate change. This session looks at the
challenges of changing paradigm or how we should view the cities of tomorrow Speakers: ·
Mr. Apirak Kosayodhin, Governor,
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Mr. Hiroshi Nishimiya, Deputy Regional
Director, UNEP · Mr. Tay Kheng Soon, Principal Partner, Akitek Tenggara, Singapore / Malaysia, Holcim Foundation |
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1045 – 1100 |
Coffee Break |
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1100 - 1200
1100 - 1130 |
Session II:
Management, Policies and Strategies Presentation 01
: Urban Environmental Management and Policies for Climate Change
More than half
the world’s population are living in urban areas. With increasing
urbanization, cities today face challenges very different from those of the
past. This session shares the experience of experts in tackling urban
challenges as cities around the world compete to attract economic growth. Well
balance of three dimensions that constitutes an 'urban environment' namely
natural environment, built environments and socio-economic environments to be
fully understood in the development of coherent and sustainable policies. Climate
change crisis is a treat as well as the challenges and opportunities ahead
for urban development in terms of human resources, renewable
energy, land and water to sustainable development of the city Speakers: ·
Professor Lawrence Vale from Massachusetts
Institute of Technology (MIT)
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Mr. Takei Takeji, Vice Governor,
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1130 – 1210 |
Presentation 02: Private
Sector’s Best practices Forward looking private
sector is at the forefront in battling against climate change and making the
most of the business opportunities Speakers: ·
CEO from Central Pattana Plc
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CEO from Supalai Public Company Limited: Mr. Prateep Tangmatitham, President
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CEO from TESCO Lotus: Dr. Darmp
Sukontasap, Senior Vice President
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1210 – 1230 |
Discussion |
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1230 – 1330 |
Luncheon |
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1330 – 1430 |
Panel Discussion I :
Initiative Policy to Climate Change “The Energy Revolution” The start of the new world
energy order is evidenced by continued high prices of energy. It is essential
to update energy infrastructure that can integrate ‘renewable’ energy sources
– such as biofuels, wind, wave or tidal, and solar power – that do not add to
global warming. This session will also share collaboration between the public
and private sectors for energy revolution to cope up with climate change. Panelists: ·
Dr. Sinlavong Koutphaythoune, Governor of ·
Mr. Fauzi Bowo, Governor of ·
Mr. Mann Chhoeurn, Vice Governor, ·
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UNDP: Mr. Thiyagarajan Velumail, Programme
Specialist for the ·
UNESCAP: Mr. Masakasu Ichimura, Chief,
Environment Section, Environment and Sustainable Development Division Moderator : Dr.
Dechen Tsering, Senior Programme Officer, UNEP |
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1430 – 1530 |
Panel Discussion II :
Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation Action “Urban Transportation, Clean
Fuels, Green Environment” Traffic problem in urban
area especially in developing countries tremendously affect people’s well
being, causing both physical and mental stress. Environmental impacts from urban
traffic are significant with GHG emissions. This panel will share experience
and step forward to increase the efficiency of traffic system, mass transit
and road network including the use of clean fuels to reduce GHG emissions.
Funding opportunity and CDM scheme will also bring to participant’s
attention. Panelists: ·
Mr. Joey Sarte Salceda, Mayor of ·
Ms. Arti Mehra, Mayor of ·
Mr. Salleh Yusup, Director General, City of ·
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World Bank: Dr. Nat Pinnoi , Technical
Specialist ·
Carrefour: Mr. Karin Pattanasak, Quality Director ·
PTT Plc. Moderator : Mr. Pana Janviroj,
Chief Operating Officer, Nation
Multimedia Group |
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1530 – 1545 |
Coffee Break |
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1545 – 1615 |
Roundtable Discussion:
Cooperation, Coordination and Partnership Moderator : Mr. Masakasu
Ichimura, Chief, Environment Section, Environment and Sustainable Development
Division, UNESCAP |
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1615 – 1630 |
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1630 – 1640 |
Closing Ceremony |
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1830 – 2100 |
· Dinner · |
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DAY 2 |
Friday 27 June |
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0900 – 1200 |
Study Visit: Green Retailer
at TESCO Lotus, Salaya |
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1200 – 1300 |
Lunch |
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DAY 3 |
Saturday 28 June |
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Departure of the delegates |
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