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Green Fund Propels Saraburi’s Low-Carbon Cement Model
Published on 09/12/2024
» The Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA), in collaboration with the Thai and Canadian governments, UNIDO, and the Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA), has launched the ‘SARABURI SANDBOX,’ a groundbreaking low-carbon pilot project to advance sustainability in the cement and concrete industry. Supported by a green fund from Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), this initiative is Thailand’s first regional prototype for reducing carbon emissions in its largest cement production hub.
Minister sounds alarm on emissions
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 27/11/2024
» Legislation may be needed to enforce carbon reduction if Thailand fails to meet its emission targets, says Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira.
TCMA Champions Green Energy Transition with Collaborative Action
Published on 18/11/2024
» The Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) is urging the government to accelerate the green energy transition by addressing legal and regulatory barriers, facilitating green funding, and promoting collaborative efforts under its 3C concept: Collaborative Mindset, Collaborative Action, and Collaborative Value.
Thailand backs new climate change fund
Published on 09/10/2024
» Thailand supports efforts to reach a conclusion on the creation of a global climate change fund at a UN conference in Azerbaijan next month, says Phirun Saiyasitpanich, head of the Climate Change and Environment Department.
Net-zero finance must be equitable
Oped, Published on 13/08/2024
» The Asia and the Pacific region stand at a critical juncture, positioned both as a significant contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions and a potential leader in transformative climate action. The Asian Development Bank (ADB), alongside our member countries, is steering the region towards a sustainable future through support for a just transition. Our vision aims to reorient economic and social frameworks to foster low-carbon, climate-resilient growth that enhances prosperity and inclusion.
Thai Union Publishes 2023 Sustainability Progress Report
Published on 06/06/2024
» Thai Union Group PCL has published its 2023 Sustainability Report, highlighting the progress made towards the goals outlined in its ambitious SeaChange® 2030 sustainability strategy.
How to assess COP28's outcome
Oped, Published on 20/12/2023
» #Actionism". That word greeted arriving passengers at Dubai International Airport, the port of entry for the vast majority of the 100,000 or so climate negotiators, activists, industry lobbyists, and others attending this year's United Nations Climate Change Conference and the events around it.
Can COP28 boost Global South?
Oped, Published on 08/12/2023
» The 28th edition of the Conference of the Parties (COP) is underway in Dubai. COPs result in a torrent of self-congratulatory words but often fail to unleash concrete actions that accelerate climate investments in the Global South, which is home to over 80% of the world's population, including those most vulnerable to climate change. What can we expect from Dubai's COP28?
COP28 fossil fuel battle hardens despite new warning on warming
AFP, Published on 05/12/2023
» DUBAI - Battle lines on fossil fuels hardened at UN climate talks on Tuesday despite scientists warning that global warming could breach the 1.5C threshold within seven years.
World leaders take COP28 stage as climate, Gaza share spotlight
AFP, Published on 01/12/2023
» DUBAI - World leaders descended on Dubai for United Nations (UN) climate talks on Friday, under pressure to step up efforts to limit global warming as the Israel-Hamas conflict casts a shadow over the summit.