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What is SMR, the Small Modular Reactor?
What is SMR, the Small Modular Reactor?
MONDAY, DECEMBER 23, 2024
As the demand for clean and sustainable energy continues to grow, Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) have gained significant attention as a promising alternative that offers safety, cost efficiency, and flexibility.Powering the future: Five solar energy trends to watch in 2025
Powering the future: Five solar energy trends to watch in 2025
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2024
From drastic shifts in weather patterns affecting food production to rising sea levels causing devastating floods, climate change is one of the most pressing global concerns today.Young Innovators Win e-Waste HACK BKK 2024 with “Intelligence Bin” Idea
Young Innovators Win e-Waste HACK BKK 2024 with “Intelligence Bin” Idea
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2024
The growing e-waste amount has planted a “time bomb” in the global environment, with “Southeast Asia” ranking among the biggest e-waste generators. In 2023, Southeast Asia produced 12.3 million metric tons of e-waste – an increase of 60% from 2010.Kui Buri Model: Operations for peaceful co-existence of humans and wild elephants
Kui Buri Model: Operations for peaceful co-existence of humans and wild elephants
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2024
“Two elephants. Can you hear me? Please respond. Sighting at midnight. We found No. 59 on Samrhong via Camera No. 72,” said an official operating the True Smart Early Warning System as soon as he noticed wild elephants on his command’s monitors. Agriculture and food sectors seek to cut emissions
Agriculture and food sectors seek to cut emissions
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2024
Agencies in the agriculture and livestock sectors have accelerated efforts to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions in the animal-feed supply chain in a bid to enable Thai farmers and livestock producers to cope with trade barriers.EGAT going international with Label 5 energy-saving scheme
EGAT going international with Label 5 energy-saving scheme
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2024
Electricity authority announces New Year promotions, including free EV charging and discounts on appliances and accommodationSCG partners with SIIT to pilot Cement-Free Low-Carbon Concrete Project
SCG partners with SIIT to pilot Cement-Free Low-Carbon Concrete Project
MONDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2024
SCG partners with SIIT, CONTEC, TAISEI (Thailand), and Fuji Poly (Thailand) to pilot a cement-free, low-carbon concrete project at Thammasat University. The initiative tests an innovative concrete formula to reduce environmental impact.Green hydrogen and the challenges for Thailand
Green hydrogen and the challenges for Thailand
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2024
Amidst climate change and the global commitment to limit the rise in temperatures to less than 1.5°C, countries have pledged to accelerate climate policies aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions as part of their National Determined Contribution (NDC) targets.UOB extends Bangchak group THB6.5 billion loan for Thailand’s first SAF plant
UOB extends Bangchak group THB6.5 billion loan for Thailand’s first SAF plant
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2024
UOB Thailand has extended loans under its Transition Finance Framework of five billion baht to Bangchak Corporation PCL and 1.5 billion baht to BSGF Co., Ltd. to finance the construction, development, and working capital of Thailand’s first Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) project.Indorama Ventures unveils The Reimagined 360 Gallery, a sustainable hub
Indorama Ventures unveils The Reimagined 360 Gallery, a sustainable hub
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2024
Indorama Ventures, a global sustainable chemical leader, unveils its revamped 360 Gallery in Bangkok's Ocean Tower II. This cutting-edge exhibit showcases innovations in sustainable chemistry, highlighting their role in building a better, greener future.A seat at the table – young people in Thailand call for a bigger role in climate action
A seat at the table – young people in Thailand call for a bigger role in climate action
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2024
Youth advocates today submitted climate action recommendations to the Royal Thai Government. The recommendations drew on a national Suan Dusit Poll of nearly 1,000 children and young people across Thailand, followed by one-to-one discussions between UNICEF and young representatives.Businesses join UNESCO and Ministry of Education to boost green education
Businesses join UNESCO and Ministry of Education to boost green education
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2024
On a warm morning at Banna District Learning Encouragement Center, Nakhon Nayok, a group of students and community residents gathered under their newly installed solar-powered rooftop.