Royal Irrigation Department prepared for the effects of El Niño

21 Sept 06:07 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Royal Irrigation Department implements proactive measures to mitigate El Niño's negative effects on crops and ensure adequate water supply.
Governors in 22 rice-producing provinces are advising farmers to limit main crop cycles, cultivate less water-intensive crops, and prioritize water saving.
The department plans to hire up to 90,000 farmers to dredge canals, providing them with income while reducing rice cultivation.
Heavy machinery, water pumps, and trucks are being mobilized to assist communities in need of water.
Current water storage in major reservoirs is significantly lower than last year, highlighting the urgency of these preparations.

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).