BMA urges people to work from home to avoid floods

13 Sept 15:12 Key points summarised by AI

Bangkok authorities advise government agencies and private companies to allow personnel to work from home between October 5-7 due to expected heavy rains and potential flooding.
Deputy Governor Tavida Kamolvej warns of severe flooding during this period, resulting from a combination of incoming northern floodwaters and anticipated heavy downpours.
A recent heavy downpour on Monday already caused significant flooding in areas like Laksi and Chaengwattana, underscoring the immediate threat.
Governor Chadchart Sittipunt acknowledged the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration's (BMA) unpreparedness and emphasized the need for closer collaboration with the Highways Department and Nonthaburi authorities to manage future flood situations.

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).