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Myanmar towns powered down but not out
Assawin Pinitwong and Piyarat Chongcharoen, Published on 05/02/2025
» Thailand’s stoppage of cross-border power and fuel supplies is affecting border communities in Myanmar, some of which are sourcing electricity from Laos where possible.
US Postal Service suspends inbound parcels from China
Reuters, Published on 05/02/2025
» HONG KONG - The US Postal Service has temporarily suspended parcels from China and Hong Kong, after President Donald Trump ended a trade provision used by retailers including Temu and Shein to ship low-value packages duty-free to the United States.
The Zero Bangtao Breaks Ground
Published on 05/02/2025
» Today marks an exciting milestone as The Zero Bangtao officially breaks ground in one of Phuket’s most in-demand locations. A traditional Thai blessing ceremony ushered in the start of this premier real estate project, set to offer state-of-the-art smart living and outstanding ROI in the heart of Bangtao—recently spotlighted by Nation Thailand as a luxury and investment hotspot.
More rice, less gas: Scientists create hybrid to cut methane emissions
South China Morning Post, Published on 05/02/2025
» HONG KONG — Chinese and Swedish researchers have developed a high-yield rice variety that emits up to 70% less methane than normal rice after uncovering how chemicals released by rice roots influence emissions.
Dow Leads PU Roofing Market with Superior Insulation
Published on 05/02/2025
» Roofing is a crucial component of all types of buildings. Metal roofs with sprayed-on PU (Polyurethane) foam insulation, or "PU roofs," have currently become more popular due to their insulation properties that help reduce heat within buildings compared to traditional metal roofs. This results in lower energy cost from air conditioning and reduced noise during rainfall. Apart from exceptional heat insulation advantages, PU roofing, which has further developed from refrigerator insulation technology, is also lightweight and does not excessively burden the roof structure. Additionally, it is easy to install and aesthetically pleasing. However, while PU foams used in roofing may appear similar, the quality and insulation performance can vary greatly between manufacturers.
Domestic gold price could register uptick
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 05/02/2025
» Domestic gold prices are set to rise further after reaching a fresh record of 45,200 baht per baht-weight on Tuesday as uncertainties surrounding US President Donald Trump's trade policies drive global demand for safe-haven assets, especially gold, says the Gold Traders Association (GTA).
China backs Thai tech for lunar mission
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 05/02/2025
» The cabinet has approved a collaboration between the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI) and the China National Space Administration (CNSA) to develop a space environment monitoring device designed by Thai researchers, according to minister Supamas Isarabhakdi.
Egco to exit Australian wind farm
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 05/02/2025
» SET-listed Electricity Generating (Egco), the power generation arm of the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand, has decided to sell its entire stake in Boco Rock Wind Farm Pty in Australia under a plan to restructure its investment portfolio.
Bangkok Cable bullish on tie-up with HiTHIUM
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 05/02/2025
» Bangkok Cable Co, a local electrical wire and cable manufacturer, is preparing to embark on a new business aimed at solving the unstable supply of renewable power, having established a partnership with HiTHIUM, a Chinese manufacturer of battery energy storage systems.
Time to decommodify electricity
Oped, Jayati Ghosh, Published on 05/02/2025
» The international community has long recognised the urgent need to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and shift to renewable energy, and in recent years many governments have pledged to reach net-zero greenhouse-gas emissions, albeit over extremely long timeframes. But they will never get there so long as they treat electricity, which is central to the clean-energy transition, like any other market good.