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Thailand secures US$200m World Bank loan for clean energy and low carbon cities
More marine parks closed to the public to save corals from bleaching
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More marine parks closed to the public to save corals from bleaching
13 Sept 19:37Key points summarised by AI
Thailand's Department of National Parks is closing seven additional marine parks, bringing the total to 19, to reduce tourism activity and combat widespread coral bleaching.
The closures are crucial as sea temperatures average 32oC, threatening corals; tourism, marine engine oil, and sunblock also contribute to coral harm, prompting appeals for public cooperation.
Thailand secures US$200m World Bank loan for clean energy and low carbon cities
Today 09:24Key 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).