title: Material research for environmental sustainability in Thailand: current trends.
abstract: This article covers recent developments of material research in Thailand with a focus on environmental sustainability. Data on Thailand's consumption and economic growth are briefly discussed to present a relevant snapshot of its economy. A selection of research work is classified into three topics, namely, (a) resource utilization, (b) material engineering and manufacturing, and (c) life cycle efficiency. Material technologies have been developed and implemented to reduce the consumption of materials, energy, and other valuable resources, thus reducing the burden we place on our ecological system. At the same time, product life cycle study allows us to understand the extent of the environmental impact we impart to our planet.
authors.affiliation: National Metals and Materials Technology Center, Pathumthani, Thailand.
authors.forename: Panadda
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Niranatlumpong
authors.affiliation: National Metals and Materials Technology Center, Pathumthani, Thailand.
authors.forename: Nudjarin
authors.initials: N
authors.lastname: Ramangul
authors.affiliation: National Metals and Materials Technology Center, Pathumthani, Thailand.
authors.forename: Pongsak
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Dulyaprapan
authors.affiliation: National Metals and Materials Technology Center, Pathumthani, Thailand.
authors.forename: Siriluck
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Nivitchanyong
authors.affiliation: National Metals and Materials Technology Center, Pathumthani, Thailand.
authors.forename: Werasak
authors.initials: W
authors.lastname: Udomkitdecha
keywords: Thailand; environmental policy; material research