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PCD orders removal of 20 tonnes of illegally dumped data centre construction waste in Rayong

9 Sept 15:08 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Pollution Control Department (PCD) confirmed the illegal dumping of approximately 20 tonnes of construction waste from a data centre project in Rayong, refuting initial reports of a much larger volume.
Authorities have ordered the prompt removal of the waste by licensed operators within seven days and will assess whether the data centre project requires an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) for full legal compliance.

Yesterday 12:16 Key points summarised by AI

CPRAM registered four *newly developed* holy basil strains (Kaew Churee 01-04) for use in its ready-made food division, not to commercialize seeds or restrict existing varieties.
The company assures that registration *does not impact* the cultivation, sale, or use of over 300 native holy basil strains by farmers and vendors.
These registered strains are a result of joint research with Kasetsart University, developed for improved quality and yield, and are *distinct from* the native varieties widely grown in Thailand.
CPRAM emphasizes that developing new plant varieties aims to enhance agricultural competitiveness and *will not lead to the extinction* of native basil or force farmers to adopt new strains.