Why the infinite use/misuse of plastic bags in Thailand? Even if something is already packed, it must be wrapped in a bag.
Thailand and its waste problem
Is there a waste and waste disposal problem in Thailand? Yes, POINT. Despite courageous efforts, but so sporadic, amateurish, well-intentioned, haphazard that the problem did not get smaller, but actually got bigger because the necessary budgets were wasted.
Thai perverts
Without generalizing, may I say that many Thai people are perverts, without any understanding for the environment. Waste oil disappears without embarrassment into the sewer and bottles, cans and plastic bags go straight over the wall. Which, by the way, is neatly raked on the front….
The largest climate conference ever in Paris
On Sunday, November 29, the largest climate conference in the world will take place in Paris. Many people worldwide will also raise their voices to advocate for the reduction or even abolition of fossil fuels. Sustainable energy will be advocated in order to combat climate change on earth.
Reader Submission: "Where Is That Going?"
The oil globe time is over again. Many, including myself, wonder where all that cooking oil goes? And what does the Thai street vendor do with his or her used oil? My Thai neighbors quietly throw it into a sewer or worse into the water.
Forum called off; hikers arrested
The military authority is not to be trifled with and strictly enforces the ban on gatherings of five people or more. A forum on justice scheduled for Tuesday was canceled and eight people marching for a fairer and more environmentally friendly energy policy were detained along the way.
Submitted: Disturbing news about Koh Lanta
My Dutch sister and her husband live on the island of Koh Lanta. Every year we visit them and enjoy it very much! This year there is only disturbing news. They want to build a coal-fired power station in Krabi, so this beautiful area could be lost
News from Thailand (incl. Bangkok Shutdown and Elections)
Today in News from Thailand:
• Lampang and Phrae covered in smoke from forest fires
• Monks plead for peaceful resolution
• Red shirts close office corruption committee
New study on dam in Mae Wong National Park
A tactical maneuver or a genuine concern for the environment? The government has decided to commission a new study into the controversial Mae Wong dam in the national park of the same name (Nakhon Sawan). She hopes to contain the increasing anti-dam protests.
Thousands support anti-dam walkers
Thousands greeted hikers in Bangkok yesterday, who had walked for 10 days in protest against the construction of a dam in Mae Wong National Park (Nakhon Sawan). "It's time to protect the forests that have become rare in Thailand."
Government ignores protest against Mae Wong dam
The dam in Mae Wong National Park will be built despite the attack on 13.260 rai of pristine forest area, says Minister Plodprasop Sursaswadi. Today, environmental activists arrive in Bangkok after a 338-kilometre hike. They oppose the construction because it is at the expense of the environment and ecology.
Walking tour of 388 kilometers as a protest against the Mae Wong dam
And again an attack on a vulnerable forest area threatens. The government wants to build a dam in Mae Wong National Park. Ten environmental activists walk 388 kilometers to Bangkok in protest. "I hope people wonder why we're doing this," one of them says.
News from Thailand – August 2, 2013
News from Thailand brings today:
• Called for the dissolution of parliament during protests against amnesty
• Winners of the PTT environmental prize return their prize
• Construction of Vana Nava Hua Hin water park started
The color of money is anything but green
Minister Plodprasop Suraswadi recently pleaded for the construction of sixteen dams in Thailand. As a civil servant, he also excelled as an environmental barbarian. Columnist Sanitsuda puts it all neatly together.
News from Thailand – November 20, 2012
Thai hotels need to invest more in eco-friendly services to keep European tourists concerned about their carbon footprint.
It goes without saying that Thailand is a beautiful country. More than 15 million tourists from all over the world visit Thailand to enjoy the sun, sea, beach, culture, food and hospitality.
Will Thailand become uninhabitable?
Opinion – by Khun Peter In recent years, several experts have warned of the danger of flooding in Bangkok and the rest of Thailand. We have also regularly written about this on Thailandblog. Exciting days for Bangkok The coming days will be exciting for Bangkok and the Northeastern provinces. Today 'The Royal Irrigation Department' warned about the water going to the Chi River via Chaiyabhum. This will affect the provinces of Maha…