Riding the clean energy and AI wave: Marcos wants to go beyond ore exports
President Marcos’ critical minerals policy means tapping more mineral reservations as his administration envisions a robust processing industry
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Pattaya City Discusses “Tidy” Eco-Friendly Biological Product, Plans Survey of Nok Yang and South Pattaya Canals Toward “Beautiful Canals, Clear Water” Goal
PATTAYA, August 14th, 2026 Pattaya City Mayor PoramesE Ngamphichet welcomed Squadron Leader Porapon Adireksarn, Honorary Advisor to the Senate Labor Committee, along with representatives from A One Plus Premium (Thailand) Co., Ltd. The visit to Pattaya City Hall’s Meeting Room 132 focused on presenting “Tidy,” a new biological product designed for environmental care. Also present […]
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Laem Chabang Port Releases Over 390,000 Crab and Shrimp Fry in Volunteer Drive to Restore Marine Resources
LAEM CHABANG, Thailand – August 14th, 2026 – Laem Chabang Port held a volunteer activity titled “Volunteer Spirit: Releasing Aquatic Species at the Port… for the Land,” bringing together executives, employees, terminal operators, fishing groups, and partner networks to release more than 390,000 crab and shrimp fry. The initiative is to boost aquatic resources, restore […]
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Takhian Tia Mayor Inspects Waste Sorting Facility Amid Community Concerns, Stresses Strict Adherence to Legal Procedures
TAKHIAN TIA, Thailand – August 14th, 2026 – Takhian Tia Subdistrict Municipality Mayor Mitchai Prakobtham, together with Deputy Mayor Wachira Suchoe, municipal council members, the Public Health and Environment Division, the mayor’s team, and relevant agencies, inspected a materials sorting facility in Village No. 3 of Takhian Tia Subdistrict on Thursday. The visit followed public […]
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Takhian Tia Mayor and Officials Inspect Road and Nearby Land After Reports of Illegal Waste Dumping
TAKHIAN TIA, Chonburi – August 14th, 2026 – Mayor Mitchai Prakobtham of Takhian Tia Subdistrict Municipality, together with officers from the Public Health and Environment Division, the head of public health services, local administrative staff, and other officials, conducted an on-site inspection on Thursday of a road and surrounding area following online reports of illegal […]
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Sri Racha Officials Inspect Watermelon Farm After Villagers Complain of Foul Odors from Pesticide Spraying
SRI RACHA, CHONBURI — On August 13th, 2026, local agricultural and public health officials inspected a large watermelon plantation in the Bo Win subdistrict following complaints from nearby residents about persistent foul smells from pesticide spraying. The team, led by Mr. Arthit Thongphim, Sri Racha District Agricultural Officer, included Petty Officer First Class Yutthana Mora, […]
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Thailand’s Imported Gas Trap: Why Energy Bills Keep Rising
BANGKOK – Why do energy bills keep rising when the headline tariff sometimes falls? For households and businesses across Thailand, the answer often lies in fuel costs behind the meter, especially gas costs. Natural gas supplies roughly 55% to 60% of Thailand’s electricity generation, making it central to the country’s energy economics. As domestic natural […]
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Thailand’s Gas Grid Oversupply: Who Pays for Idle Power Plants?
BANGKOK – Thailand is importing more gas and expanding gas infrastructure even as many gas-fired power plants sit idle. In 2025, seven of 11 privately owned gas plants operated below 10% of their capacity. Reserve margins ranged from roughly 25% to more than 40%, far above the 10% to 15% level often used for reliable […]
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Nongprue Municipality Acts to Curb Overpopulation of Fish in Suan Pho Pond
Nong Prue, August 13th, 2026 Nong Prue Municipality is taking urgent action to address a severe overpopulation of fish in the pond at Suan Pho (also known as the public park commemorating His Royal Majesty the King’s 82nd birthday), after various species proliferated so densely that the water became oxygen-depleted, other aquatic animals began dying, […]
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Thailand-Myanmar Water Pact Sparks Outrage Over Hidden Pollution Risks
CHIANG RAI – Thailand and Myanmar recently signed a new agreement to manage shared river water quality. However, environmental experts say the deal leaves Thailand at a massive disadvantage. The Terms of Reference (TOR) agreement was finalized during a recent visit by Myanmar’s leadership to Thailand. Local scholars warn that the pact ignores severe pollution […]
