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Thoughts turn to dust
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 10/12/2024
» Since the expansion of corn cultivation for animal feed in the region, Thailand, Myanmar and Laos have been negatively impacted by the increasing severity of PM2.5 pollution in the northern region.
Waste warriors
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 21/11/2023
» While working as a Bangkok Metropolitan Administration waste collector, Nampu Toka often gets injured by sharp sticks, fish bones, needles, broken glass, tiles and other hazardous trash. He also encounters the unpleasant task of handling discarded items that should have been properly bagged or wrapped up in paper such as diapers and waste from patients.
Champions of change
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 18/09/2023
» To inspire people to create sustainable innovations to propel the country, the National Innovation Agency annually selects "100 Faces Of Thailand's Innovation Inspirers". Now in its third year, the project presents 100 Thais from various fields who have created innovations that play a role in developing society in a sustainable way. This year's theme is sustainable innovation and the project has been launched as a book and a virtual showcase at nia100faces.com.
Turning trash into treasure
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 24/05/2023
» Pavida Kritasaran has suffered from itchy rashes for 15 years. Due to the rashes, she had to take steroids for years. Her unusual condition triggered an interest in macrobiotic foods and later organic food. Although she was careful with her diet, she still had rashes.
Rubbish reform: changes to waste management could slash emissions
AFP, Published on 04/10/2022
» PARIS: Reforms to the way that societies collect and treat their waste could slash global emissions of plant-heating methane, a new report said Monday, noting that simple measures like composting were a climate solution "staring us in the face".
Have yourself an eco-friendly 2022
Life, Punsita Ritthikarn, Published on 03/01/2022
» Before the end of the year, many people start their new plans to improve their wellness and sustain their work-life balance, or try new things and break old bad habits. For example, quitting smoking, doing more exercise and getting a better night's sleep. Seemingly, most of these goals lead to positive changes in personal and professional life. In fact, new year resolutions could make an even bigger impact, and enact social change, if you decide to make your life a little greener for future generations and the world.
Pandemic's hidden dangers
Life, Story: Thana Boonlert, Published on 30/08/2021
» Pornchai Suwanjak has collected trash for eight years.
Climate change: Amazon may be turning from friend to foe
AFP, Published on 01/05/2021
» PARIS: The Brazilian Amazon released nearly 20% more carbon dioxide into the atmosphere over the last decade than it absorbed, according to a stunning report that shows humanity can no longer depend on the world's largest tropical forest to help absorb manmade carbon pollution.
Point of no return
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 01/03/2021
» The world has about six years and 10 months left before its carbon budget -- the amount of carbon dioxide that can be released into the atmosphere at the current rate -- will be completely depleted. Unless human beings join hands to limit global warming under the 1.5C safe threshold, they will face worsening famines, disasters, and displacement. The climate clock by two artists, Gan Golan and Andrew Boyd, in Manhattan's Union Square, is a stark reminder of how destructive and fragile we are.
Combatting food waste
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 26/02/2021
» Yindii is an app that bridges the distance between sellers of quality food surplus and eco-conscious consumers. Users can shop for unsold food items or fresh produce that are untouched, from restaurants and shops, at discounted prices.