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Bangkok to Transition to Clean Energy Buses in 7-Year, $450M Contract
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Bangkok to Transition to Clean Energy Buses in 7-Year, $450M Contract

The Bangkok Mass Transit Authority is preparing to review and sign a 7-year contract for the rental of 1,520 clean energy (EV) air-conditioned public buses. The first batch of 500 buses is expected to be delivered by March 2027, with the full delivery by May 2027. The project aims to transition to electric buses, reducing fuel costs and clearing the BMTA’s accumulated debt of over 200 billion baht. The Cabinet has approved a total investment budget of 15,355.60 million baht for the project.

Editorial Staff · 11 March 2026
Authorities Seize 284 Tons of Illegal E-Waste at Thai Port, Prepare Repatriation
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Authorities Seize 284 Tons of Illegal E-Waste at Thai Port, Prepare Repatriation

Thai customs authorities have confiscated 284 tonnes of electronic waste at Laem Chabang Port, which had been falsely claimed to contain scrap metal from Haiti. The discovery was made following a tip-off from the Basel Action Network, and authorities expect to find more illegal electronic waste in the remaining 21 containers. Thailand will be sending the entire shipment back to the United States, the country of origin, under the terms of the Basel Convention, which it ratified in 2023.

Editorial Staff · 10 March 2026
Bang Ban sacrifices itself to protect Bangkok from floods
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Bang Ban sacrifices itself to protect Bangkok from floods

Ayutthaya’s Bang Ban District Bears the Brunt to Shield Bangkok from Floods As heavy monsoon rains continue to sweep across Thailand, the low-lying Bang Ban district in Ayutthaya Province once again finds itself inundated — a familiar sacrifice made to spare Bangkok from the worst of seasonal flooding. For nearly a decade, Bang Ban has […]

edenp · 13 October 2025
Photos courtesy /www.khaosodenglish.com
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Record 158 blacktip sharks spotted in Maya Bay survey

KRABI Maya Bay’s ongoing ecological recovery reached a new milestone on July 3, 2025, when researchers recorded 158 blacktip reef sharks in a single survey the highest count ever documented in one day in the area. The discovery was part of the “Shark Watch Project” conducted by the Marine National Park Study and Research Center […]

feniciamanuela1 · 14 July 2025
Bangkok launches EV bus leasing scheme worth 15.35 billion
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Bangkok launches EV bus leasing scheme worth 15.35 billion

The Thai cabinet has approved a new seven-year electric vehicle (EV) bus leasing programme for Bangkok, aiming to modernise the city’s public transportation system while phasing out aging diesel-powered buses. The plan, with an estimated cost of 15.35 billion baht, was submitted by the Bangkok Mass Transit Authority (BMTA). The move marks a shift from […]

Emma Kerambrun · 18 June 2025
Courtesy Photo /Thai Wind Firm Eyes B65bn Expansion Through IPO
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Thai Wind Firm Eyes B65bn Expansion Through IPO

Thailand’s largest wind energy producer, Wind Energy Holding Co Ltd, has announced a 65 billion baht investment plan aimed at nearly tripling its power generation capacity by 2037. The expansion will be funded through an initial public offering, contingent on the resolution of ongoing legal disputes. The company intends to increase its domestic installed capacity […]

Yasmin Dos Santos · 30 May 2025
WHAUP Allocates 29 Billion Baht for Renewable Energy Expansion
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WHAUP Allocates 29 Billion Baht for Renewable Energy Expansion

WHA Utilities and Power (WHAUP), a subsidiary of WHA Corp, Thailand’s largest industrial land developer, is investing 29 billion baht in renewable energy projects from 2025 to 2029. The company aims to secure long-term revenue by supplying clean electricity to businesses in the digital technology sector. Nearly 75% of the allocated budget will fund the […]

Pyae Phyo Kyaw · 14 March 2025
Thailand Launches First Utility Green Tariff
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Thailand Launches First Utility Green Tariff

Thailand has introduced its first Utility Green Tariff (UGT), setting a renewable energy rate of 4.21 baht per kilowatt-hour (unit), slightly higher than the standard power tariff of 4.15 baht per unit. The new tariff, implemented from January 2025, targets companies committed to reducing carbon dioxide emissions, according to the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC). The […]

linab · 24 January 2025
Efforts Intensify to Protect Dugongs Amid Crisis
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Efforts Intensify to Protect Dugongs Amid Crisis

Urgent measures to address the plight of Thailand’s dwindling dugong population are underway, including the deployment of conservation buoys and enhanced drone surveys. Officials confirmed the presence of two healthy dugongs near Bang Kwan Beach, Phang Nga Province, on December 10, 2024, as part of ongoing efforts to safeguard the marine species. The Marine National […]

linab · 12 December 2024
TAT Highlights Efforts to Promote Sustainable Tourism Across Thailand
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TAT Highlights Efforts to Promote Sustainable Tourism Across Thailand

On December 3, 2024, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) recognized ten local administrative organizations for their adherence to the Sustainable Tourism Management Standard (STMS). The ceremony, held at the Chalatat Grand Room of The Bed Vacation Hotel in Songkhla Province, aimed to showcase sustainable tourism practices and encourage expansion to other tourism organizations nationwide. […]

Luna Datil · 5 December 2024
Thailand Identifies Key Drivers to Boost Foreign Investment
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Thailand Identifies Key Drivers to Boost Foreign Investment

BANGKOK — Thailand’s Finance Minister, Pichai Chunhavajira, has highlighted three critical factors attracting foreign investment to the country: land availability, access to green electricity, and a skilled labor force. Speaking at the seminar “2025 Net Zero and the Challenges of The New Global Economy” on November 26, he emphasized the importance of transitioning to a […]

Luna Datil · 27 November 2024
Thailand Accelerates 14 Floating Solar Farm Projects to Boost Renewable Energy
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Thailand Accelerates 14 Floating Solar Farm Projects to Boost Renewable Energy

The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (Egat) aims to fast-track the development of 14 floating solar farm projects with a combined capacity of 2,656 megawatts across seven of its hydroelectric dams, aligning with Thailand’s newly revised national power development plan (PDP) for 2024. This ambitious plan seeks to increase the share of renewable energy to […]

Luna Datil · 13 November 2024
Egat Plans Life Extension for Coal-Fired Power Units
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Egat Plans Life Extension for Coal-Fired Power Units

The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (Egat) is set to extend the operational life of two coal-fired power units through planned refurbishments aimed at maintaining low-cost electricity production. The refurbishment project, focusing on Units 8 and 9, involves essential maintenance to improve efficiency without full-scale rebuilding, allowing the facilities to continue generating power as they […]

Luna Datil · 13 November 2024
Egat to Convert Hydropower Dams into Giant “Batteries” with Bt90 Billion Investment
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Egat to Convert Hydropower Dams into Giant “Batteries” with Bt90 Billion Investment

BANGKOK – The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (Egat) has announced plans to transform three additional hydropower dams into large-scale energy storage facilities, or “batteries,” as part of a 90-billion-baht investment to support Thailand’s clean energy initiatives. This project aims to address power supply gaps caused by intermittent solar and wind energy, explained Tawatchai Sumranwanich, […]

Luna Datil · 8 November 2024
Australia Backs Thai Innovation to Cut Plastic Waste
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Australia Backs Thai Innovation to Cut Plastic Waste

Australia is supporting Thailand’s efforts to reduce plastic waste through a collaboration aimed at innovative, sustainable solutions. As part of the Indo-Pacific Plastics Innovation Network (IPPIN), an Australian government initiative under the Mekong Plastics Innovation Alliance, Thai entrepreneurs are exploring ways to minimize the use of virgin plastics and transform waste into new resources. Launched […]

linab · 8 November 2024
Southeast Asia to Miss Renewable Energy Target for 2024
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Southeast Asia to Miss Renewable Energy Target for 2024

Southeast Asia is set to miss its renewable energy production goal, underscoring the region’s struggle to transition away from fossil fuels such as coal and liquefied natural gas (LNG), according to a report by an intergovernmental think tank. The Asean Centre for Energy revealed that by the end of 2024, clean power will account for […]

linab · 2 October 2024
Excise Department Plans Carbon Tax on Refined Oil
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Excise Department Plans Carbon Tax on Refined Oil

The Excise Department plans to introduce a carbon tax on refined oil, initially aligning with the rate set by Singapore, according to the department’s director-general. Ekniti Nitithanprapas, director-general of the Excise Department, stated that a ministerial regulation for carbon tax collection is ready for cabinet consideration. The tax will be set at 200 baht per […]

linab · 1 October 2024
Thailand to Expand Solar Power Purchases from Households
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Thailand to Expand Solar Power Purchases from Households

Energy authorities are considering expanding the purchase of solar power from households as part of a broader effort to promote clean energy and increase the installation of rooftop solar panels. This move aligns with national goals for a more sustainable energy future, according to an official from the Energy Ministry. The National Energy Policy Administration […]

linab · 30 September 2024
Ministry Targets Over 400 Resorts for Land Encroachment
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Ministry Targets Over 400 Resorts for Land Encroachment

The Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives has initiated inspections in Nakhon Ratchasima’s Wang Nam Khieo district that could lead to the demolition of over 400 resorts suspected of encroaching on public land. This action is part of a broader effort to address illegal land ownership and restore public property. On Tuesday, Thanadol Suwannarit, chairman of […]

Editorial Staff · 15 August 2024