By AIT Public Affairs
10 April 2025: The Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Beyond Climate Solutions Company Ltd. (BCS) to foster collaboration in academic exchange, entrepreneurship, research and development, and professional training. The agreement also supports the establishment of BCS’s office and operations at the AIT Board of Investment (BOI) Science and Technology Park (AIT BOI-STP).
Under the MoU, both institutions will collaborate across a range of activities, including knowledge sharing, co-organizing capacity-building events, conducting training courses and internships, and facilitating the exchange of experts between AIT and BCS. The partnership will also involve student internships, BCS participation in AIT Career Fairs, and co-hosting seminars and workshops of mutual interest.
Prof. Pai-Chi Li, AIT President remarked, “We are pleased to formalize this collaboration focused on BCS’s digital solutions and analytical platforms in climate-related fields, which complement AIT’s academic strengths. This partnership reflects a shared interest in innovation and sustainable development, and we look forward to working together.”
Dr. Itesh Dash, Founder and Director of BCS, expressed his gratitude, stating, “This is a milestone for us. Our decision to base BCS here reflects our understanding that AIT offers more than just physical space—it offers an environment of collaboration and innovation. Beyond Climate Solutions aims to integrate cutting-edge technologies into climate-focused research and operations, and we are excited to work closely with AIT on this journey”.
AIT was granted BOI status in 2023 for its Science and Technology Park, enabling companies in selected technology sectors to access extensive benefits, including major tax incentives, favorable foreign ownership conditions, and visa privileges for employees.
The signing ceremony was attended by Dr. G. Srinivasan (Co-Founder, BCS) and Dr. Pallavi Mohapatra. From AIT, attendees included Mr. Russell Rein, Vice President for Administration; Dr. Sumana Shrestha, Director of International Affairs, Office of International and Public Affairs (OIPA); Mr. Sanjeet Amatya, Director of Public Affairs, OIPA; Ms. Jennifer Finch, Manager, AIT BOI-STP Coordination Office; and Ms. Glaziel Kae Go Tagamolila, Finance Officer, AIT BOI-STP Coordination Office.
About BCS
Beyond Climate Solutions Company Ltd. (BCS), a Board of Investment (BOI)-registered startup entity in Thailand established in 2024, strives to provide tailored climate action-oriented digital solutions, empower businesses, governments and individuals to make informed and sustainable decisions. Through innovation and collaboration BCS endeavors to be a trusted partner in Thailand and in the region to address environmental challenges.
Visit BCS website: https://www.beyondclimatesolutions.org/
