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Islands win coveted 5 stars
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 18/03/2026
» Koh Kradan in Trang province and Bileh Beach on Koh Hong in Krabi received the highest five-star rating for 2025 under the "Beach Star" environmental assessment programme, the Pollution Control Department (PCD) announced on Tuesday.
Elephant sanctuary sets ecosystem benchmark
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 24/08/2025
» An elephant sanctuary in Phitsanulok is setting a new standard for ecotourism by serving as an example of an elephant camp that truly prioritises the well-being of its residents, advocates say.
Ministries sued over PM2.5 woes
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 23/03/2022
» Seven environmental groups have filed a lawsuit against the National Environment Board (NEB), Natural Resources and the Environment Ministry and the Industry Ministry for failing to deal with the country's pressing air pollution problems, saying every citizen has the right to breathe clean air.
Groups sue ministries over PM2.5 problems
Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 22/03/2022
» Environmental activist groups have filed a lawsuit with the Central Administrative Court against the National Environment Board (NEB) and two cabinet ministers for failing to deal with the country's pressing air pollution problems, saying every citizen has the right to breathe clean air.
70% Thais stick to social distancing
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 02/04/2020
» Some 70% of Thais understand and are engaging in the "social distancing" campaign -- a major strategy to curb the transmission of Covid-19-- according to the latest survey conducted by the Department of Mental Health.
Checklist to replace EIA for seawalls
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 20/11/2019
» The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment will use a "preliminary environmental checklist" to review proposals about the construction of seawalls to prevent coastal erosion.
Island ER sets mark for fast critical care
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 15/09/2019
» A small hospital in Koh Sichang is serving as a role model for emergency medical services in the government's flagship Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC).