Tracking environment for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Environment · EconomyAsia-Pacific holds 64% of solar capacity yet builds coal plants. How Thailand's energy choices affect your electricity bills and air quality.
Environment · National News400 villagers in northern Thailand secure first-ever environmental class action win against Akara Resources. ฿50K-200K payouts ordered within 30 days.
Tourism · EnvironmentPhuket's water reserves at 52% capacity with 100 days remaining. Monsoon rains expected April 20-May 1. Prepare for potential rationing if delays occur.
Health · EnvironmentPattaya faces dangerous 40°C heat and afternoon storms. Learn health risks, cooling shelters, and practical safety tips for residents and visitors in Thailand.
Environment · National News4.5 magnitude tremor detected near Mae Hong Son marks 12th earthquake this March. Essential safety tips for northern Thailand residents and Bangkok expats.
Environment · HealthKaren residents in Chiang Rai present evidence of arsenic poisoning linked to Kok River contamination. Health impacts documented, government response underway.
Tourism · EnvironmentLearn why 400+ monitor lizards call Lumpini Park home, their ecological role, safety tips for encounters, and what Bangkok's protected status means.
Tourism · EnvironmentPattaya faces unpredictable summer storms through March 26. Flash floods, ferry cancellations, and weather chaos threaten residents and festival-goers this weekend.
National News · EnvironmentRecent tremors reveal active fault zones in northern Thailand. Essential earthquake prep tips and property insurance guidance for expats living in Chiang Rai.