Expert warns that the worst rain for Bangkok is yet to come

22 Sept 02:54 Key points summarised by AI

Dr. Sunt Srianthumrong warns that Bangkok's most severe rainfall for the year is still expected, despite recent heavy downpours.
Between August 1st and September 10th, Bangkok experienced six days with over 120mm of rain in 24 hours, marking the highest average seven-day rainfall in six years.
The expert attributes the increasing frequency of extreme weather events in Bangkok to global warming, predicting more intense conditions in the future.
Bangkok authorities issued rain warnings for specific areas, while Governor Chadchart Sittipunt reported varying water levels in key canals, with some improving and others remaining high.

Thailand secures US$200m World Bank loan for clean energy and low carbon cities

Yesterday 09:24 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand secured a US$200 million loan from the World Bank to significantly invest in clean energy and low-carbon urban development initiatives.
The program aims to drive clean energy funding and low-carbon growth, ensuring a just transition for small and medium-sized enterprises, workers, farmers, and local communities.
Channelled through the Export-Import Bank of Thailand, the loan will fund energy efficiency upgrades in public buildings and industrial areas, including rooftop solar installations and electrical system modernizations, reducing initial capital burdens via Energy Service Companies (ESCOs).