BMA to propose a tunnel project to drain water from eastern suburbs

18 Sept 02:38 Key points summarised by AI

The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) will propose a 19km tunnel project to the National Water Command Centre, aiming to drain water from eastern Bangkok suburbs directly into the sea via Samut Prakan.
This new tunnel seeks to overcome current drainage inefficiencies caused by slow-flowing canals and high river levels, with the project requiring cooperation from the Royal Irrigation Department due to its scope beyond BMA's jurisdiction.

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).