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Motorists asked to use public transport until Tuesday to ease air pollution

23 Sept 07:09 Key points summarised by AI

The Air Pollution Coordination and Resolution Centre urges motorists to switch to public transport until Tuesday to reduce PM2.5 dust in Bangkok and its vicinity.
Air circulation is predicted to weaken, leading to an increase in PM2.5 air pollution, particularly on Monday and Tuesday.
Currently, 53 areas in Bangkok and its surroundings, including Nong Khaem and Mahachai, report excessive PM2.5 levels, with the Pollution Control Department forecasting a worsening outlook.
Nationwide, 133 hotspots were detected, predominantly in rice fields and forests, contributing to the overall air quality concerns.

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).