Thailand confirms LPG hike as govt scrambles to soften impact of soaring energy prices
Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha has ordered government agencies to find ways of softening impacts on the public of soaring energy prices and present them at Tuesday’s Cabinet meeting.
Thailand must accelerate to low-carbon economy to tap climate finance riches: Minister
Thailand must accelerate its transition to a low-carbon economy in all sectors to turn the Covid-19 crisis into an opportunity for growth, Natural Resources and Environment Minister Varawut Silpa-archa told a conference on Monday.
Thai PTTEP to operate Myanmar gas field after TotalEnergies exit
Thai oil and gas giant PTT Exploration and Production Pcl (PTTEP.BK) said on Monday it would take over operations of the Yadana gas field in Myanmar from July following the exit of France’s TotalEnergies (TTEF.PA).
Thailand to raise oil reserve
Thai oil companies have been ordered to extend the stockpiling of reserves from 60 to 70 days to ensure enough supply for domestic use amidst the global crisis due to the Russia-Ukraine tension, according to Thailand’s Ministry of Energy.
Huge floating solar farm puts Thailand on track towards carbon neutrality
In Thailand’s northeastern province of Ubon Ratchathani, a reservoir has been transformed into a shimmering network of solar panels – capable of reducing the kingdom’s carbon emissions by 47,000 tonnes every year.
Thailand agrees to buy more electricity from Laos
Thailand has agreed in principle to buy more electricity from Laos after the two Southeast Asian neighbors signed an agreement that expands energy cooperation between the two Mekong River neighbors.
Thailand keeps diesel price cap despite crude oil surge
Thailand said Wednesday it is keeping the retail diesel price cap at 30 baht ($0.90) per liter despite a sharp rise in global crude oil prices caused by sanctions on Russia for its invasion of Ukraine, as the government scrambles to blunt the impact of higher costs of living on consumers.
Honda and Sony partnering to make electric vehicles in boost for Thai EV plans
Honda and Sony have announced a joint venture to develop, manufacture and sell EVs. The new brand plans to be up and running this year, with its first EVs ready for delivery in 2025
