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As global markets accelerate toward net zero, Thai businesses — especially SMEs — face both rising pressure and unprecedented opportunity. Join Mark Lister, Swati Ladha, and Peter du Pont for an engaging session on how Thai companies can turn climate risk into business advantage and seize the growing economic prize of decarbonization.
Description: As global supply chains shift toward low-carbon production and financing criteria tighten, the business case for decarbonization is transforming from a cost to an opportunity. For Thailand’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), this shift presents not just a compliance challenge — but a chance to strengthen competitiveness, attract investment, and capture new market value.
In this session, Mark Lister and Swati Ladha of the Southeast Asia Corporate Decarbonization Exchange (CDx), will explore how Thai SMEs can turn the risks of the energy transition into economic and strategic advantage. Drawing on practical insights from the Corporate Decarbonization Exchange (CDx) platform and real-world experience engaging hundreds of companies across the region, they will discuss:
The conversation will highlight tangible business pathways — from improving energy efficiency and integrating renewables to building climate-aligned value propositions that attract both customers and investors.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this session, you will:
This session is designed to be interactive and engaging. Participants are encouraged to share their experiences, ask questions, and contribute to the discussion as we explore how Thai enterprises can seize the economic prize of decarbonization — together.
NB: The event is limited to 30 participants. Registration is required, and seats are available on a first come, first served basis.
Moderator: Peter du Pont, Ph.D.
Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Asia Clean Energy Partners and Regional Director for Southeast Asia at PFAN. Based in Bangkok, he brings over 30 years of experience in sustainable energy and climate programs across the U.S. and Asia. His work spans clean energy policy, finance, and strategic advisory for public and private clients. He leads Asia Clean Energy Partners, an international consultancy, and coordinates PFAN activities across eight Southeast Asian countries to support bankable clean energy projects and investor engagement. Peter holds a Master’s in Public Health from UC Berkeley and a Ph.D. in Energy and Environmental Policy from the University of Delaware.
CDx Insights and Engagement Manager, Southeast Asia Corporate Decarbonization Exchange (CDx)
Speakers:
Swati Ladha brings a decade of experience in event management and stakeholder engagement. She has successfully led projects across diverse sectors, combining strategic planning with a detail-oriented approach to deliver impactful results. At ACE Partners, Swati focuses on developing resources for the Corporate Decarbonization Exchange (CDx) platform, focusing on fostering meaningful partnerships, driving platform engagement, and advancing corporate decarbonization initiatives. Prior to joining ACE Partners and CDx, Swati worked with the Sustainability Team at Indorama Ventures Limited.
She holds a bachelor’s degree in Journalism and Communication and a master’s degree in Urban Design and Planning, complementing her expertise with a solid foundation in communication and strategic thinking. Swati is passionate about creating opportunities for collaboration and driving initiatives that contribute to a more sustainable and equitable future.
CEO, Chief Executive Officer, Southeast Asia Corporate Decarbonization Exchange (CDx)
An internationally recognized expert in clean energy and sustainable business, with more than 25 years of experience driving climate and energy efficiency initiatives across Asia and globally. As Co-Founder and Co-CEO of ACE Partners, he leads regional programs that connect governments, corporates, and financiers to accelerate the clean energy transition. Mark also serves as the CEO of the Southeast Asia Corporate Decarbonization Exchange (CDx), a regional platform advancing corporate climate action in Southeast Asia.
He is currently Chair of the Efficiency Valuation Organization and Co-Chair of the Global ESCO Network, and previously served as Head of the Copenhagen Centre on Energy Efficiency, the Global Energy Efficiency Hub of the Sustainable Energy for All initiative.
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