In response to escalating global concerns over climate change, Thailand has taken a stride by drafting its Climate Change Act that, if enacted, will be the country's first climate change law. However, critics have raised doubts about whether this draft will help the country reduce emissions and cope with climate change in a sustainable manner. Some wonder whether it is just a paper tiger.
Despite commitments to increase the share of renewable energy to combat climate change and promises to adhere to the 1.5°C target outlined by the Paris Agreement, Thailand’s appetite for liquefied natural gas (LNG) tells a different story, putting the country’s sustainable future in jeopardy. In 2023, Thailand experienced a notable surge in LNG imports, reaching […]
On Febuary 5, 2024, Climate Finance Network Thailand (CFNT) hosted its inaugural webinar, providing an overview of the climate finance landscape. The event featured a lecture by Dr. Ornsaran Pomme Manuamorn, CFNT Technical Advisor. Dr. Ornsaran is an accomplished development practitioner and researcher, specializing in climate change, sustainable development, and sustainable finance. She has over […]