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SpaceX Launches Upgraded Starship Amid Fierce Space Race

The rivalry between Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk, two of the world's richest men, is reaching new heights, as SpaceX prepares to launch its...

Efforts Intensify to Protect Dugongs Amid Crisis

Urgent measures to address the plight of Thailand's dwindling dugong population are underway, including the deployment of conservation buoys and enhanced drone surveys. Officials...

TAT Highlights Efforts to Promote Sustainable Tourism Across Thailand

On December 3, 2024, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) recognized ten local administrative organizations for their adherence to the Sustainable Tourism Management Standard...

Thailand Accelerates 14 Floating Solar Farm Projects to Boost Renewable Energy

The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (Egat) aims to fast-track the development of 14 floating solar farm projects with a combined capacity of 2,656...

Egat Plans Life Extension for Coal-Fired Power Units

The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (Egat) is set to extend the operational life of two coal-fired power units through planned refurbishments aimed at...

Egat to Convert Hydropower Dams into Giant “Batteries” with Bt90 Billion Investment

BANGKOK – The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (Egat) has announced plans to transform three additional hydropower dams into large-scale energy storage facilities, or...

Australia Backs Thai Innovation to Cut Plastic Waste

Australia is supporting Thailand’s efforts to reduce plastic waste through a collaboration aimed at innovative, sustainable solutions. As part of the Indo-Pacific Plastics Innovation...

Southeast Asia to Miss Renewable Energy Target for 2024

Southeast Asia is set to miss its renewable energy production goal, underscoring the region's struggle to transition away from fossil fuels such as coal...

Excise Department Plans Carbon Tax on Refined Oil

The Excise Department plans to introduce a carbon tax on refined oil, initially aligning with the rate set by Singapore, according to the department’s...

Thailand to Expand Solar Power Purchases from Households

Energy authorities are considering expanding the purchase of solar power from households as part of a broader effort to promote clean energy and increase...

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