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Outgoing Thai PM found guilty of neglect of duty over PM2.5 pollution

13 Sept 19:47 Key points summarised by AI

The Chiang Mai Administrative Court found the outgoing Thai Prime Minister and the National Environmental Board guilty of neglecting their duties to address severe, recurring PM2.5 air pollution.
The court mandated both parties to promptly implement effective measures to prevent, mitigate, and solve the annual pollution problem, citing its significant impact on public health and the environment.

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).