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Clean energy dearth dents foreign interest
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 13/08/2025
» Ongoing political instability may slow Thai economic growth, but a larger hindrance is in the energy sector, as Thailand risks losing 1 trillion baht in foreign investment opportunities if the government does not step up efforts to facilitate renewable power usage, according to Thailand Development Research Institute (TDRI).
Landslide forces partial closure of park in Chiang Mai
News, Published on 11/08/2025
» Huai Nam Dang National Park in Chiang Mai has temporarily closed its Doi Kiew Lom viewpoint and some tourist lodgings after a landslide and falling trees damaged the area, park officials said on Monday.
Nestlé Powers Six Thai Factories with Green Energy
Published on 06/08/2025
» Nestlé (Thai) Ltd. is moving forward with the use of green electricity from renewable sources at its six factories in Thailand. This initiative is a collaboration with the Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA) and the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) under the Utility Green Tariff 1 (UGT1) program, which provides renewable power from unspecified sources. The collaboration aligns with Nestlé’s goal of using 100% renewable electricity in its factories in Thailand by the end of this year. It is also part of the company’s Net Zero 2050 roadmap, which aims to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Through this initiative, Nestlé is demonstrating its commitment to providing high-quality, tasty, and more nutritious products made with electricity from sustainable sources for Thai people at all life stages.
Sirikit Dam opens taps to make room for looming deluge
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 06/08/2025
» The Royal Irrigation Department (RID) said it has increased the amount of water being discharged from the Sirikit Dam in Uttaradit province to prepare for heavy rains expected next week.
Banks ramp up green initiatives
Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 04/08/2025
» In advancing sustainable business practices, banks are doing more than offering green financial services to clients.
Stocks fall as US tariff news sinks in
Business, Published on 02/08/2025
» RECAP: A global stock sell-off extended to a sixth day as US President Donald Trump boosted tariffs across the world, while two days of solid earnings from megacap tech firms failed to lift sentiment.
Cambodian power deal to be cancelled
Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 31/07/2025
» The Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA), a Thai government power distribution arm, is preparing to terminate a power purchase agreement with Cambodia following the disconnection of electricity transmission to the neighbouring country during the current territorial dispute.
Help must be city-wide
Oped, Editorial, Published on 31/07/2025
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) in conjunction with the Interior Ministry, recently launched the "Sukhumvit model," an initiative to improve safety, public order and quality of life in the key central business district of the city, covering Watthana and Klong Toey districts.
Cheaper power bills seen on the horizon
Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 30/07/2025
» The prices of electricity bills will become slightly cheaper during the last four months of the year as authorities have agreed to decrease the power tariff by 0.03 baht per kilowatt-hour (unit), says Energy Minister Pirapan Salirathavibhaga.
Mae Sot flooded again after persistent rain
News, Online Reporters, Published on 30/07/2025
» Mae Sot district in Tak province was flooded for the second time this month on Wednesday as the rain-swollen Moei River overflowed into riverside communities and, once again, Rim Moei market.