The target of 1.5C must prevail
The world is burning, and our political leaders are failing us. With temperatures rising at an alarming rate, it seems that anyone who believes it is still possible to limit global warming to 1.5° Celsius is in a rapidly shrinking minority.
As governments around the world fail to meet their responsibilities under the Paris climate agreement, the window for keeping global temperatures below the 1.5C limit has all but closed due to insufficient action. But while some eminent commentators have declared the 1.5C target “deader than a doornail”, I have come to the opposite conclusion: 1.5C will never die. Continued …
Bangkok’s ‘lung’ afforded green ‘lung’ special status
Bang Kachao, dubbed the ‘lung’ of Bangkok, is being designated as an environmental protection zone exempted from land and building tax, according to government spokesman Chai Wacharonke.
Chai said Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin had instructed related agencies to declare this status for Bang Kachao in Phra Pradaeng district of Samut Prakan. Continued …
Auction for new renewable power plants planned
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) is pushing ahead with an auction for new power plants under its second-phase 3.6-gigawatt renewables scheme, which is expected to draw more investors once some of its conditions are amended.
The current regulations allow only energy companies that failed to win the right to develop power plants under the first phase to participate in the new round. Continued …
Huawei Boosts Solar Adoption in Thailand
Huawei Technologies (Thailand) Co. is accelerating solar energy application in Thailand by providing inverter and optimizer equipment for rooftop solar power-generation systems to the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA).
Additionally, Huawei will foster skilled professionals for PEA in 12 subdistricts across Thailand by equipping them with the knowledge and expertise needed for effective installation of the solar power-generation systems. Continued …
Thailand’s Olympic jerseys made from recycled plastic bottles
The jerseys worn by Thailand’s national team will be made from recycled plastic bottles to match the sustainability motto at the upcoming Paris Olympics, the manufacturer said.
The manufacturer, Grand Sport Group Co., said the jerseys were made with fabric spun from plastic bottles, keeping in mind the organizer’s bid to protect the environment during the games. Continued …
Kubota and Greyhound Turn Rice Straw Waste to Agri-Wear Fashion
Siam Kubota, a major company in the agricultural equipment industry, has partnered with Greyhound Original, a Thai brand that designs streetwear-style clothing, to create sustainable fashion using textiles made from rice straw components.
Pitsanu Milinthanuch, assistant managing director and general manager of sales, marketing and service at Siam Kubota Corp., revealed that the products from this collection come from research on innovative rice straw fiber mixed with silk fiber. This was developed into textiles for use in lifestyle fashion products by the Faculty of Agriculture and Technology, Rajamangala University of Technology Isan, Surin campus, in collaboration with rice farmers and silk farmers. Continued …
KWE Reduces Emissions by Introducing Electric Vehicles in Thailand
KWE-Kintetsu World Express (Thailand) Co., a subsidiary of Kintetsu World Express, has recently introduced electric vehicle (EV) trucks as part of its efforts to reduce CO₂ emissions to move toward a decarbonized society.
Five vehicles (one van, two four-wheel trucks, and two six-wheel trucks) will be used for pickup and delivery operations in the Bangkok and Navanakorn areas. Additionally, charging stations will be installed at the KWE Thailand headquarters and at the Navanakorn distribution center. Continued …
Sukhothai temple warns against releasing catfish
A temple in Sukhothai has gained widespread online attention for its warning sign against releasing catfish into local waters, highlighting the ecological damage caused by this practice. The sign at Wat Traphang Thong in Mueang District has sparked a viral discussion on social media.
“ Warning to those making merit: Do not release catfish, as it destroys the ecosystem. Avoid releasing fish if possible. Most catfish are hybrids that devour smaller fish. Releasing them is akin to unleashing a horde of zombies upon a village. You intend to make merit but end up sinning instead.” Continued …
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