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KBank Hosts "EARTH JUMP 2024" Forum for Low-Carbon Economy
Published on 31/05/2024
» Kasikornbank Public Company Limited (KBank) organised the "EARTH JUMP 2024: The Edge of Action" event for the second consecutive year, highlighting the growing awareness among Thai businesses of the impact of global warming on their survival. Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin delivered a keynote address outlining the nation's goals and direction regarding clean energy. Over 40 global and Thai leaders shared their knowledge to help elevate Thai businesses and society towards a low-carbon economy. More than 2,000 attendees gained insights into opportunities, regulations, financial support, and experiences from businesses that have already adapted to a low-carbon economy.
TCMA Hosts Global Cement and Concrete Summit 2024
Published on 31/05/2024
» The Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) is partnering with the Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA) to host the “GCCA CEO Gathering and Leaders Conference 2024”, from 3rd-7th June 2024 at Shangri-La Hotel in Bangkok, Thailand. This significant event will follow the theme ‘Cement Industry Progress – What’s Next for Our Collective Action and Future’. It aims to gather industry leaders, senior executives, international organisation representatives, and academics to strategise on reducing global warming through technology, innovation, and green funding.
Leaders laud ESG business strategy
Business, Published on 31/05/2024
» Environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors profoundly influence both the global economy and society. To investigate the role of these factors, the Bangkok Post organised an annual conference titled "Greening The Future: ESG Leadership in the Sustainability Revolution", inviting business leaders from a diverse range of companies to share their insights on the topic.
WHA Group embraces ESG goals for cleaner future
Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 30/05/2024
» With ever-changing megatrends and environmental impacts playing key roles in the global economy, a sharper focus on a business’s commitment to environmental, social and governance (ESG) goals can help drive it towards sustainable growth, according to Jareeporn Jarukornsakul, CEO of WHA Group.
More tax incentives for green investment planned
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 30/05/2024
» The government is preparing a number of tax incentives to promote a low-carbon economy and encourage investment in environmentally friendly businesses, Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira says.
Thai Startups Shine in PepsiCo's Greenhouse Accelerator 2024 Shortlist
Published on 30/05/2024
» PepsiCo, a global leader in convenient foods and beverages, has unveiled the 10 finalists selected for the APAC Greenhouse Accelerator Program 2024, including two Thai Startups: AIIEV and CIRAC. AIIEV is revolutionising transportation in Thailand by empowering businesses to achieve sustainability and cost savings through a game-changing subscription model for electric conversions, while CIRAC provides breakthrough technology for recycling one of the most difficult to be recycled packaging waste, aluminium laminated plastic packaging.
SP Group cashes in on green push
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 30/05/2024
» A growing need for better energy management to reduce carbon dioxide emissions among industries, especially food and beverage, is providing opportunities for companies selling energy technologies and know-how, says Singapore-based energy solutions provider and electricity transmission operator SP Group.
How green is the energy from our hydro dams?
Oped, Published on 29/05/2024
» Thailand’s National Energy Plan (NEP), a blueprint for the country’s energy strategy from 2023 to 2037, has earned praise for its noble goal of increasing the use of clean, renewable energy. The plan states that by 2050, half of the electricity consumed locally must be clean and renewable energy — solar cells, wind, biomass, small nuclear and hydro dams.
Europe's carbon border tax fights climate change
Oped, Jeffrey Frankel, Published on 29/05/2024
» The European Union's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), officially launched in October, now requires importers to report on the direct and indirect greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions embedded in the goods they import. Beginning in January 2026, the EU will start imposing tariffs on imports from countries that do not price carbon at the bloc's market rate, which could significantly affect carbon-intensive producers among its trading partners.
CP Foods rolls out culinary innovations
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 29/05/2024
» Charoen Pokphand Foods Plc (CP Foods) is set to showcase its latest food innovations at THAIFEX-ANUGA Asia 2024.