Bangkok to open more parks this year

14 Sept 22:10 Key points summarised by AI

Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) plans to open more "15-minute" parks this year, aiming to provide easily accessible recreational spaces for city residents.
This initiative addresses the shortage of large parks, offering nearby green areas within a short walking distance for recreation and pet use.
BMA has acquired 107 plots of land, totaling 105.4 hectares, with 13 already converted into public parks.
The project targets building at least 30 new parks annually, supported by a 30 million baht budget, to enhance accessibility and convenience for urban dwellers.

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).