Nissan joins United Nation’s World Environment Day air pollution solution discussions
Public-private partnership plays a key role in building a zero-emission electrification ecosystem for Thailand
BANGKOK, Thailand (June 20, 2019) – With rising concerns over air pollution in urbanized cities like Bangkok and Chiang Mai, Nissan recently presented how zero-emission mobility can help address the issue going forward.
Sureetip La-Ongthong Chomthongdee, Nissan’s vice president for marketing in Thailand, joined representatives from the UN ESCAP, ILO, Chiang Mai Smog Solution, UN Human Rights, Embassy of Korea, UNICEF at the United Nations, Bangkok for a panel discussion to mark World Environment Day 2019. In her remarks Chomthongdee emphasized the mounting importance of zero-emission electric vehicles, along with collaborative efforts from the public and private sectors, as a means to help combat air quality issues.
The event, held under the theme ‘Beat Air Pollution,’ was jointly organized by UN agencies in Bangkok to encourage action that can be implemented by individuals, businesses and governments.
“At Nissan, our mission is to transform the way we live and drive. It is increasingly important that we take progressive steps in order to successfully tackle air pollution, and part of that solution could take the form of emission-free vehicles like the Nissan LEAF. We firmly believe that the private sector plays an important role in minimizing the problem. We need to collectively raise awareness of the issue and how each individual can play their part in
The discussion showed the role of cars in society was changing, with consumers expecting their vehicle to be in tune with their lifestyles.
“At Nissan, we believe that electric vehicles can be an integral part of helping create more livable cities of the future, by providing excellent, convenient transportation, yet helping to preserve our environments in parallel,” she concluded.
About Nissan Motor (Thailand) Co., Ltd.
Nissan was established in Japan since 1933 with the commitment to create Innovation that Excites for customer satisfaction. Nissan wants to improve quality of life for people in society by pursuing a goal of zero emission vehicles and zero fatalities on the road with “Nissan Intelligent Mobility”. The company plans to introduce autonomous drive vehicles across regions for safety and more enjoyable driving experience. Nissan started business in Thailand since 1952. Currently, the Nissan Group of Companies in Thailand has subsidiaries five companies, including two of the production bases, over than 180 showrooms and service centers nationwide network. Vehicle range cover all segments includes 10 models spanning the entry level Eco-Car, SUV, Premium Sedans and Pickup Trucks.
About Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.
Nissan is a global full-line vehicle manufacturer that sells more than 60 models under the Nissan, INFINITI and Datsun brands. In fiscal year 2018, the company sold 5.52 million vehicles globally, generating revenue of 11.6 trillion yen. Nissan’s global headquarters in Yokohama, Japan, manages operations in six regions: Asia & Oceania; Africa, the Middle East & India; China; Europe; Latin America; and North America. Nissan has partnered with French manufacturer Renault since 1999 and acquired a 34% stake in Mitsubishi Motors in 2016. The Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi alliance sold 10.76 million vehicles combined in calendar year 2018.
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