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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...

Ministry Targets Over 400 Resorts for Land Encroachment

The Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives has initiated inspections in Nakhon Ratchasima's Wang Nam Khieo district that could lead to the demolition of over...

Krabi Bays Closing for Rehabilitation During Monsoon Season

Maya Bay, a renowned tourist spot in Krabi, along with Loh Samah Bay and Lo Ko Bay, will undergo a temporary closure for natural...

Koh Kradan Extends Opening Period, Suspends Water Activities

The Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation has announced an extension of the opening period for Koh Kradan, a renowned beach island...

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