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Unlikely trio to offer 'green deposits'
Business, William Hicks, Published on 17/04/2021
» HSBC Thailand has launched the country's first "green deposits" with petrochemical manufacturer Indorama Ventures (IVL) and 7-Eleven convenience store operator CP All, with the undisclosed deposit funds used for green projects such as renewable energy infrastructure and energy-efficient buildings.
Covestro takes recycling tack
Business, William Hicks, Published on 10/06/2020
» German chemical firm Covestro plans to diversify its business into recycling, moving away from fossil fuels and towards alternative raw materials and renewable energy in an effort to promote the circular economy.
Plastic 'ban' flouted at shops
Business, William Hicks, Published on 12/03/2020
» While Thailand seemed to have banned the use of plastic bags at major retailers from New Year’s Day, some stores, particularly 7-Eleven franchises, are still giving out single-use plastic bags to customers.
Activists decry plastic ban loopholes
Business, William Hicks, Published on 21/01/2020
» The recent ban on single-use plastic bags at major retailers created a stir for consumers and businesses, with social media abuzz with workarounds such as shoppers using wheelbarrows and stockings to carry off their 7-Eleven hauls.
Choking the oceans to death
Business, William Hicks, Published on 24/09/2019
» Blamed for the high-profile deaths of numerous endangered dugongs this year, plastic in the ocean is at the forefront of conversations about the environment in Thailand.
Corporate world shows sustainable way
Business, William Hicks, Published on 24/06/2019
» While tourism remains the bedrock of Thailand's and much of Asean's economy, environmental degradation threatens the industry, most notably with the shutdown of Maya Bay until 2021 for restoration efforts.
Waste not, want not
Business, William Hicks, Published on 21/05/2019
» The government recently set a target to recycle all plastic in the country by 2030. While this ambitious goal is a solid start, Thailand needs to make serious changes to its physical recycling efforts and regulations governing recycled plastic.
Wonderfruit's 'Pete' makes passion pay off
Business, William Hicks, Published on 02/02/2019
» 'There's only so much time in the day, it just depends on how you manage it," says Pranitan "Pete" Phornprapha.