Hot season officially begins in Thailand

21 Sept 03:12 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand officially commenced its hot season, expected to last until mid-May, with average daytime temperatures forecast to be up to 2°C higher than last year, potentially reaching 44.5°C in northern and northeastern regions.
The season anticipates freak storms from mid-March to May, followed by rainfall in many areas by late May, while the south faces temperatures up to 41°C and a potential cyclone.

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).