Thai society is currently besieged by challenges on all fronts. From the escalating severity of natural disasters to the widening gap of social inequality, these issues are not merely statistics in a government report; they profoundly affect the daily lives of every citizen. The pressing question remains: How do we cope with these challenges effectively?
Thammasat University, steadfast in its identity as the “University for the People,” officially launched the “SDGs for the People: Innovation for Life – Building a Sustainable Future” exhibition on 21 July.
This initiative is not merely a display of academic papers or theoretical research. It is a dynamic platform designed to present tangible solutions. It opens a space for the public to witness and touch creative “exits” to crises, forged from advanced knowledge and technology, specifically tailored to resolve the pressing problems of Thai society.
Explore 5 Zones of Innovation: Changing the Future
The exhibition space is meticulously divided into 5 Key Zones, covering the nation’s most critical challenges. It features over 30 cutting-edge innovations ready to transform our collective future:
1 – Resilience & Disaster Preparedness Zone: Preparing for the Unpredictable
Preparing for the Unpredictable Visitors will step into a world of high-tech safety. Experience the intensity of tremors with a real-life earthquake simulator to learn vital survival skills. Discover “EmergencyTU,” a revolutionary emergency communication system that operates without reliance on internet signals, ensuring connectivity when it matters most. The zone also showcases advanced Earthquake Warning Innovations to keep communities safe.
2 – Clean Energy & Infrastructure Innovation: Zone Powering the Future
Witness the future of construction and power. Highlights include a Smart Solar Tracker System that maximises solar energy production efficiency. Marvel at “Cement-Free Concrete,” a breakthrough in eco-friendly construction materials, and meet the Underwater Inspection Robots designed to explore and maintain submerged infrastructure safely and efficiently.
3 – Sustainable Urban & Public Spaces Zone Designing Inclusive Cities
This zone reimagines urban living with the ‘Future Street’ prototype—a smart road system integrating traffic data with safety protocols. Inclusivity is at the heart of this zone, featuring exercise areas designed for people with 7 different types of disabilities. Additionally, see how AI Technology is being used to monitor and care for urban trees, ensuring our cities remain green and healthy.
4- Health & Future Food Zone Wellness for All
Explore the future of nutrition with Crispy Vegetable Sheets, processed to retain full nutritional value with a long shelf life, perfect for modern health-conscious consumers. On the medical front, discover “Microwave MedTech,” which utilises microwave waves for disease analysis and treatment, alongside innovative Patient Exercise Machines and Functional Foods designed for holistic well-being.
5 – Circular Economy & Sustainable Production Zone Waste to Wealth
Dive into the principles of the Circular Economy. This zone displays Bio-packaging solutions that are genuinely friendly to the environment. Witness the transformative process of converting waste fibres into high-value textile products and learn about Regenerative Fertilisers that return nutrients to the earth, completing the sustainability loop.
A Mechanism for Real Change
Professor Dr Supasawad Chardchawarn, Rector of Thammasat University, emphasised the university’s strategic goal:
“Our aim is to push the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) beyond concepts and turn them into a ‘Mechanism for Change’ that actually happens. This exhibition is a sandbox where researchers, students, and the public can learn, experiment, and build upon ideas together, creating a cycle of learning that truly answers the needs of Thai society.”
A Rotating Showcase of Wisdom
Please note that this is a Rotating Exhibition.
- July – September 2025: The current phase features innovations from the Science and Technology Faculties.
- Upcoming Phases: The exhibition will subsequently rotate to showcase works from the Social Sciences and Humanities Faculties, followed by the Health Sciences Faculties. This structure ensures a diverse and comprehensive display of innovation across all dimensions.
Invitation to the Public
We cordially invite the general public, students, researchers, and anyone with a passion for social innovation to become part of building a sustainable future.
Every zone in “SDGs for the People: Innovation for Life” is designed for interaction and hands-on experimentation.
Dates: Now – 30 September 2025
Venue: SDG Lab, Puey Ungphakorn Centenary Hall (Puey Park), Thammasat University, Rangsit Centre
Group Visits & Educational Tours: For group bookings or educational study visits, please contact the Quality Development and Sustainability Division in advance.
- Tel: 02-564-4440 ext. 1580 or 1583
- Email: sdgs.tu.1@gmail.com
- Hours: Monday – Friday, 08:00 – 16:00
Come and find the answers and inspiration to turn the problems around us into real change, paving the way for a sustainable life and society for everyone.