SustaiNation
sustainability
sustainability
‘Cloudbursts and rising seas’: Thailand must invest now to avert economic collapse
‘Cloudbursts and rising seas’: Thailand must invest now to avert economic collapse
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2025
Thailand is confronting a new era of extreme disasters, from violent cloudbursts to rising seawater, that today’s ageing infrastructure can no longer withstand. Experts are urging immediate investment in large-scale strategic projects to prevent future economic losses of an unprecedented scale.Post-rain dust returns: High PM2.5 in Bangkok, health at risk
Post-rain dust returns: High PM2.5 in Bangkok, health at risk
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2025
Bangkok Air Quality Data Centre reports citywide orange zone levels for PM2.5, with highest readings in Sathorn significantly affecting public health.NEXTOPIA at Siam Paragon: A revolutionary platform for a better world
NEXTOPIA at Siam Paragon: A revolutionary platform for a better world
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2025
NEXTOPIA, a groundbreaking prototype for the world of tomorrow, was unveiled on Thursday, November 27, at Siam Paragon in Bangkok. Open to everyone, it invites visitors to join in the creation of a better world.GISTDA analysis reveals heavy rain in Hat Yai sets new record
GISTDA analysis reveals heavy rain in Hat Yai sets new record
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2025
GISTDA’s analysis shows Hat Yai floodwaters reached 630mm of rainfall, higher than in 2010, highlighting the extreme weather and structural vulnerabilities of the region.Thailand pushes ahead: First Climate Change Act proposed to Cabinet
Thailand pushes ahead: First Climate Change Act proposed to Cabinet
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2025
Thailand's first Climate Change Act is set for Cabinet approval on November 25. The 205 section law establishes the national framework for carbon regulation and climate protection.COP30 document fails to mention exit from fossil fuels
COP30 document fails to mention exit from fossil fuels
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2025
A key UN climate meeting ended Saturday by adopting an outcomes document that made no direct reference to transitioning away from fossil fuels.Chulalongkorn leads Thailand in QS sustainability 2026 as Lund tops global ranking
Chulalongkorn leads Thailand in QS sustainability 2026 as Lund tops global ranking
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2025
Chulalongkorn University ranks first in Thailand (165th globally) in QS Sustainability 2026, while Sweden’s Lund University claims the world’s top spot.Thai delegates join COP30 opening, push for climate finance and the 1.5°C goal
Thai delegates join COP30 opening, push for climate finance and the 1.5°C goal
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2025
Deputy Secretary-General to the Prime Minister Patranant Thongprapan led the Thai delegation at the COP30 opening in Brazil, monitoring negotiations on global adaptation indicators (GGA) and the US$1.3-trillion finance roadmap, while highlighting the Thailand–Singapore cooperation on international carbon credits.