Officials to survey flood-affected households in Lat Krabang

12 Sept 22:42 Key points summarised by AI

Thai officials will collaborate to assess flood damage in Lat Krabang, declared a disaster zone, to provide financial assistance to affected households.
The Meteorological Department forecasts heavy to very heavy rain across Thailand, including Bangkok, from tomorrow until next Wednesday, due to an approaching high-pressure system.

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

Today 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).