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Li Pe Island faces rapid growth, 3,000 tons of waste, and water shortages
Li Pe Island faces rapid growth, 3,000 tons of waste, and water shortages
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2026
Li Pe Island, overwhelmed by tourists, grapples with 3,000 tons of waste in 2026 and ongoing severe water shortages, straining local infrastructure and residentsCondo waste-sorting pilot to meet new fees as food and general waste near 80%
Condo waste-sorting pilot to meet new fees as food and general waste near 80%
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2026
The BMA has launched a “condo waste sorting” pilot in Khlong Toei and Watthana to help buildings prepare for a new waste-management fee ordinance.Tourism faces crossroads as 'throwaway' model strains supply chain
Tourism faces crossroads as 'throwaway' model strains supply chain
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 07, 2026
The tourism industry is struggling with the ‘throwaway’ model, causing massive waste and supply chain issues. A new white paper outlines a path towards circular hospitality.Plastic waste is choking the planet — recycling won’t be enough; cutting virgin plastic is key
Plastic waste is choking the planet — recycling won’t be enough; cutting virgin plastic is key
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 26, 2025
Plastic waste is set to more than double by 2040, harming health, climate and economies. Recycling alone won’t fix it—cuts to virgin plastic are urged.Thai Business Giants Demand Law Reform to Tackle Waste Crisis
Thai Business Giants Demand Law Reform to Tackle Waste Crisis
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 04, 2025
Private sector leaders urge government to overhaul outdated waste-to-energy regulations and tackle massive food waste volumes for economic gainHat Yai chokes on piles of rotting waste after floods, foul smell spreads citywide
Hat Yai chokes on piles of rotting waste after floods, foul smell spreads citywide
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 03, 2025
As floodwaters recede, Hat Yai is overwhelmed by mountains of uncollected waste, causing foul odours and hygiene risks while authorities race to clear debris.Nong Khaem Model: Transforms Bangkok through separation of waste
Nong Khaem Model: Transforms Bangkok through separation of waste
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2025
Nong Khaem Model transforms waste through community and private sector teamwork. Separating trash creates jobs and converts "worthless" plastic into fashion, goods, and fuel.New garbage fee rate applied to Bangkok residents who do not separate waste
New garbage fee rate applied to Bangkok residents who do not separate waste
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 01, 2025
Bangkok raises garbage fee to 60 baht for households not separating waste, while registered green programme users continue paying 20 baht monthly.From waste to wealth: Thai students’ invention turns oil into biofuel
From waste to wealth: Thai students’ invention turns oil into biofuel
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2025
A group of young innovators from King’s College International School Bangkok has developed the Drip Drop Machine, a pioneering solution that enables street vendors and remote communities to recycle used cooking oil (UCO) while earning money in return.'This House Doesn’t Mix' upgrades with AI for precise waste sorting checks
'This House Doesn’t Mix' upgrades with AI for precise waste sorting checks
THURSDAY, AUGUST 28, 2025
The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is set to implement AI technology to enhance the accuracy and transparency of its "This House Doesn’t Mix" project, offering discounts on waste disposal fees via the BKK WASTE PAY app. 