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Windfall from renewables scheme
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 12/10/2024
» The much-delayed second phase of the renewables scheme is expected to be revived this month, with a new auction for renewable energy projects expected to draw both existing and new investors.
Samyan Smart City making headway
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 16/09/2024
» Smart energy development in central Bangkok under the Samyan Smart City project continues to make progress, with the latest effort relocating overhead power and communication cables underground, says the Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA).
Bangchak Drives Sustainable Growth with Bold 2030 Targets
Published on 03/09/2024
» Bangchak Corporation Public Company Limited celebrated its success in the first half of 2024, marking its 40th anniversary as it steps into its fifth decade. This milestone year has been characterised by synergy realisation, transformation, and growth, all driven by a clear strategic vision that coordinates excellence within the group to enhance efficiency, ensure continuous business expansion, and maintain financial discipline. The company targets an EBITDA of THB 100 billion by 2030, reaffirming its leadership in the Thai energy sector and establishing a solid foundation for sustainable growth.
Thai Racer Tern Triumphs at Hungaroring Circuit
Published on 25/07/2024
» In an historic moment for Thai motorsport, Tern Tasanapol Inthraphuvasak, racing in Formula 3 with car number 26, achieved a stunning second-place finish at the Hungaroring circuit in Hungary. This marks the first time a Thai racer has stood on the Formula 3 podium, proudly waving the national flag.
BAFS aims to be the real deal
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 06/07/2024
» Bangkok Aviation Fuel Services (BAFS) is not only keen on selling sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), but also wants to offer "real" SAF to its customers.
ASEAN Sustainable Energy Week & EV Asia 2024 Launched
Published on 04/07/2024
» The Ministry of Energy, in collaboration with Informa Markets and energy network partners, launched the "ASEAN Sustainable Energy Week & Electric Vehicle Asia 2024" event to support PDP 2024, aiming to transition Thai industries towards clean energy. The event showcases technologies and innovations from leading energy industries worldwide, providing a premier regional platform for the most extensive energy supply chain and network, with the goal of transitioning the Thai industry towards "Net Zero" energy.
Carbon Markets Club Discusses Voluntary Carbon Market Engagement
Published on 30/05/2024
» Gloyta Nathalang, Acting Senior Executive Vice President, Sustainability Management and Corporate Communications, Bangchak Corporation Public Company Limited, Chairperson of Carbon Markets Club, and Chairperson of the Carbon Markets Subcommittee, Thailand Carbon Neutral Network (TCCN), was invited as the moderator and a panellist at the 14th Asia-Pacific Carbon Markets Roundtable (APCMR) on the topic “Public-Private Engagement in Voluntary Carbon Market.” The event took place at Centara Grand & Bangkok Convention Centre at CentralWorld. Other panellists included Worrawat Sriyook, Director of Corporate Sustainability Management, Mitr Phol Sugar Corporation Limited; Dr. Thanapong Duangmanee, Director of Environmental Policy, Mae Fah Luang Foundation; Dr. Karin Boonlertvanich, Executive Vice President, Kasikornbank; and Dr. Savanit Boonyasuwat Srilerdfah, a representative of the BCG taskforce, Thai Federation of Thai Industries. The panellists reflected on their experiences as sellers, buyers, carbon credit project developers, and enablers of Thailand's carbon market development.
Deputy PM denies Thaksin influence in cabinet rejig
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 27/04/2024
» Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai on Friday denied paroled former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra has had a say in an imminent cabinet reshuffle, adding that Thaksin did not attend an important meeting on Thursday.
SET chair tipped to be next finance minister
News, Published on 26/04/2024
» The chairman of the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET), Pichai Chunhavajira, is likely to emerge as the next finance minister in the next cabinet reshuffle, in which Pheu Thai looks set to lose several cabinet posts to other coalition partners, a source said on Thursday.
SET chairman’s exit could pave way for cabinet post
Published on 25/04/2024
» Stock Exchange of Thailand chairman Pichai Chunhavajira has resigned in a move that is seen as paving the way for his appointment as finance minister in a cabinet reshuffle.