Ajinomoto Showcases “From Cost to Value” Approach to Energy Efficiency for Sustainable Business Growth

Ajinomoto Thailand shared its experience in sustainable energy management at the seminar “Energy Saving Potential in Thailand: Industrial Transformation and Opportunities.” Mr. Smith Phetdi, Sustainability Promotion Department Manager, participated as a guest speaker with the presentation “From Cost to Value: How Manufacturers Turn Energy Saving into Competitive Advantage.”

Organized by the Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) in collaboration with the Embassy of Japan in Thailand and supported by LiB Consulting, the seminar was held at The Okura Prestige Bangkok. The event brought together more than 200 representatives from government agencies, private sector organizations, and Thai-Japanese businesses to exchange perspectives on enhancing energy efficiency, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and accelerating Thailand’s transition toward a low-carbon industrial sector.

During the session, Ajinomoto presented its integrated energy management approach, demonstrating how manufacturers can transform energy costs into business value through energy efficiency improvement, renewable energy investment, biomass energy utilization, cogeneration technology, and continuous innovation to reduce greenhouse gas emissions while advancing toward its long-term Net Zero ambition.

Mr. Smith Phetdi stated:

“Today, energy efficiency is no longer simply about reducing operational costs. It has become a strategic investment that creates long-term business value, strengthens competitiveness, and supports sustainable growth. Addressing climate change should not be viewed as a business burden, but as an opportunity to drive innovation, improve operational performance, and create shared value for society and the environment.”

Ajinomoto believes that Energy Efficiency is a key driver of industrial competitiveness while reducing environmental impact. Guided by the Ajinomoto Group Creating Shared Value (ASV) philosophy, the company continues to invest in clean technologies, expand renewable energy adoption, strengthen data-driven energy management, and foster employee engagement to improve energy performance, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and create tangible value for business, society, and the environment.

Ajinomoto’s participation in this seminar reflects its commitment to collaborating with government agencies, private sector organizations, and partners in Thailand and Japan to exchange knowledge on energy conservation, promote green technology investment, and accelerate the transition toward a low-carbon industrial sector. Through collaboration and shared value creation, the company aims to help strengthen Thailand’s industrial competitiveness while contributing to sustainable economic growth and a more resilient future.