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At least 15 dead in India over 24 hours as temperatures soar
Reuters, Published on 31/05/2024
» BHUBANESWAR - At least 15 people have died of suspected heatstroke in India's eastern states of Bihar and Odisha on Thursday, authorities said, with the region gripped in a debilitating heatwave expected to continue until Saturday.
Exports must shift to cleaner production
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 31/05/2024
» With the world moving towards green production, Deputy Finance Minister Paopoom Rojanasakul warns that Thailand will fall behind if the country does not shift in this direction.
'Boiling not warming': Marine life suffers as sea temperatures hit record
Reuters, Published on 23/05/2024
» TRAT - Aquatic life from coral reefs to fish in the Thailand's eastern gulf coast is suffering as sea surface temperatures hit record highs this month amid a regional heatwave, worrying scientists and local communities.
Thirst traps for the season
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 21/05/2024
» While the temperature in Thailand soars, there is little risk of dehydration as seasonal thirst-quenching options are introduced to the Bangkok market. Though should you wanna venture out, the best option would be to head to space…. Read on.
Decarbonisation needs joint effort
Oped, Published on 21/05/2024
» As countries around the world experienced record temperatures last year, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres declared, "We must turn a year of burning heat into a year of burning ambition." But to move away from fossil fuels and unlock the green transition's economic benefits, such as job creation and universal access to clean energy, industry leaders and policymakers must work together to translate the commitments made at the UN Climate Change Conference in Dubai (COP28) into actual renewable gigawatts.
Guru's Weekly Buzz: May 17-23
Guru, Published on 17/05/2024
» Guru By Bangkok Post's pick of the most exciting products, activities, food and travel to indulge in.
AP Thailand and TOA Partner for Sustainable Real Estate
Published on 17/05/2024
» AP Thailand Public Co., Ltd., the leader in Thailand’s property development industry with a promise of Cheevit Dee Dee Tee Lueak Eng Dai, in conjunction with TOA Paint (Thailand) Public Co., Ltd., the No.1 fully-integrated supplier of building paint and construction materials, deliver a good life for customers by selecting safe and environmentally friendly paint innovation. Under the partnership, AP has reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 1,012.88 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent, which equals planting 588,880 trees as both parties work together to reach the goal of Net Zero by the year 2050. In this collaboration, Mr. Boonchai Jankrajanglerd, Chief Supply Chain Officer, AP Thailand Public Co., Ltd., represented his company to accept the GREEN MISSION Certificate for The Most GHG Reduction Organisation from Mr. Jatuphat Tangkaravakoon, CEO, TOA Paint (Thailand) Public Co., Ltd., recently.
Going against the grain
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 16/05/2024
» The government's plan to sell old rice stored in warehouses for a decade in northeastern Thailand stunned some onlookers, leading to concerns about the adverse impact on public health.
Unsold satellite slots up for grabs again
Business, Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 15/05/2024
» The auction of the 50.5° East, 51°E and 142°E orbital slots, which went unsold at the previous auction, is expected to take place between Aug 23 and Sept 7 this year, according to the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC).
Migrant workers face heatwave risks
News, Published on 15/05/2024
» As extreme heat becomes more common, Thailand needs a comprehensive labour protection law to safeguard at-risk migrant workers from the hotter climate.