On March 25, 2026, the Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies, Mahidol University, in collaboration with the Council of Deans of Four Environmental Institutions, hosted an online webinar titled "Middle East Conflict: Environmental Crisis or Opportunity?" from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM via live streaming. The event served as a platform to exchange academic perspectives on how volatile global energy situations impact Thailand’s path toward sustainable development.
Collaborating Institutions
This seminar was a joint effort between leading environmental faculties, including:
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Mahidol University: Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies
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Mahasarakham University: Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies
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Prince of Songkla University: Faculty of Environmental Management and Faculty of Technology and Environment
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Srinakharinwirot University: Faculty of Environmental Culture and Ecotourism
Key Discussion Topics
The discussion focused on analyzing the impacts of Middle Eastern conflicts on global energy security, specifically regarding:
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Energy price fluctuations and supply chain disruptions.
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Systemic risks to Thailand’s transportation, tourism, and agricultural sectors.
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Adaptation strategies for various industries.
The session also encouraged participants to share their views on how the energy crisis affects their daily lives and personal adaptation methods, illustrating the concrete link between global geopolitical events and Thai society.
Sponsorship
This event was supported by CP ALL Public Company Limited (7-Eleven), which provided prizes for the participants.
