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Community Waste-to-Energy (WTE) Power Plants after the Repeal of Head of NCPO Order
MOI has established four guidelines for "Community based Waste-to-Energy (WTE) and Biomass Power Plants". Following inquiries from Local Administrative Organizations (LAOs) regarding "Comprehensive Land Use Plans" for power plants with a capacity of 1,000 kW or 1 MW located in rural and agricultural conservation zones, as well as existing operational plants, after the repeal of NCPO’s order. On April 22, 2026, the Ministry of Interior (MOI) revealed that the Department of Lo
Apr 222 min read


BMA Orders Saimai Waste Disposal Contractor to Convert Facility to Fully Enclosed System to Control Odor Impact on Communities
The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has intensified efforts to address odor issues at the Saimai Waste Center by ordering the contractor to convert the facility into a fully enclosed system and install advanced pollution control technologies. Deputy Governor Chakkapan inspected the site, urging the operator to promptly seal all building gaps and install air curtains to prevent odors from affecting nearby communities. BMA emphasized hygienic waste management practice
Mar 252 min read


BMA Inspect the Improvements at Saimai Solid Waste Transfer Station to Resolve Odor Pollution Issues
The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has ordered the renovation of waste disposal facility into a 100% closed system. The upgrades include the installation of "E-NOSE" electronic odor sensors and air curtains to prevent leakage, aiming to resolve odor issues at the Saimai Solid Waste Disposal Center. Strict controls on garbage trucks have also been implemented to return clean air to the community. On March 25, 2026, the Deputy Governor of Bangkok conducted a site vi
Mar 252 min read


Results of 22 Public Hearing for Nong Khaem Waste-to-Energy Project
C&G Environmental Protection (Thailand) has summarized the results of 22 public hearings, which attended by participation from over 1,192 residents living surrounding the Nong Khaem power plant project. Furthermore, the company prepares to open the "Waste Pit" which is one of the system's primary structures for public viewing in May 2026. C&G Environmental Protection (Thailand) Co., Ltd. conducted 22 small-group public hearing meetings between February 19 and March 1, 2026.
Mar 252 min read


Bangkok Bank jointly signs MOU with Khok Kham Subdistrict Administrative Organization to Support Driving Waste Bank
On July 15, 2024, Bangkok Bank Public Company Limited, represented by Mr. Aphiwat Punnopakorn, Vice President, Public Relations...
Jul 15, 20241 min read


Deputy Minister of Interior (MOI.2) visits Mae Sot City Municipality, Tak province to inspect MSW-to Energy power plant project
At 9:00 on July 12, 2024, Mr. Songsak Thongsri, 1st Deputy Minister of Interior (MOI.2), along with his team, traveled to Mae Sot City...
Jul 12, 20242 min read


TPCH repays THB 1.5 billion in bonds and signs PPA for 9.9 MW SPNK waste to energy power plant
TPC Power Holding PCL (TPCH) successfully has repaid its 2-year-and-9-month debentures, No. 2/2564 (2021) (TPCH246A) for a total of THB...
Jul 11, 20243 min read


Khlong Dan Residents, Samut Prakan, Submit a Petition to Parliament Over Waste Dumping Issues
On June 25, 2567, a representative of residents in the Khlong Dan Subdistrict Municipality, Bang Bo District, Samut Prakan Province,...
Jun 25, 20241 min read


SSP with partner companies invests in developing Waste to Energy Power Plant Project in Surat Thani province, selling 8.9 MW of electricity to PEA
Sermsang Power Corporation PLC. (SSP) has partnered with BAFS Clean Energy Co., Ltd. And Luckly Clean Energy Co., Ltd. to establish a...
Jun 13, 20241 min read


Chonburi PAO collaborated with 97 LAOs on Hazardous Waste Management
Chonburi PAO has launched the project on hazardous waste collection and management in Chonburi Province and hire the private party for...
Jun 13, 20241 min read


Chiang Mai holds a meeting to address waste problems, outlines COD of waste to energy power plant will be in in mid-2026 after 2 years of construction
Mr. Tosapol Phuanudom, Deputy Governor of Chiang Mai Province, chaired a meeting to address waste management issues in the Chiang Mai...
Jun 4, 20242 min read


Hat Yai City Municipality resolves to send waste to Khlong Hoi Khong plant, Songkhla PAO proceeds with construction of WtE plant at Bo Taew
Hat Yai City Municipality (Hat Yai CM) in Songkhla Province generates about 230 tons of waste per day, which is disposed of at the...
May 8, 20242 min read


Construction of Nong Khem waste-to-energy plant progresses to 6.32%, concrete foundation laid, piles driven
On April 20, 2024, Mr. Chakkapan Phewngam, Deputy Governor of Bangkok, visited the Nong Khaem Waste to Energy Project to monitor its...
Apr 22, 20242 min read


Calls for updates on the status of 40 MSW to Energy power plants in 30 provinces, worth tens of billions of baht, initiated during the previous Minister of Interior, to ensure alignment with PDP plan
The Ministry of Interior has issued a circular to 30 provinces to inspect the status of 40 Municipal Solid Waste power plants worth over...
Apr 11, 20243 min read


BMA Establishes 1,000-Ton On Nut Waste-to-Energy Power Plant Project to Address Waste Management Issues
On March 27, 2024, Mr. Palakorn Suwannarat, Privy Councilor, presided over the laying of the headstone and raising of the main pillar...
Apr 9, 20242 min read


PM Addresses Samui's Soaring Tourism Leads to Incinerator Overload: Promises Short- and Long-term Solutions with Increased Budget
On April 7, 2024, Mr. Srettha Thavisin, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance visited Samui Island to inspect waste management efforts...
Apr 7, 20242 min read


The Success of Thailand's Waste Bank Partnership Initiative
On April 5, 2024, at the United Nations Conference Center in Bangkok, Thailand, Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul (Deputy Prime Minister and...
Apr 5, 20243 min read


Chok Chai SAO Waste to Energy Power Plant: Urgent Need for Waste Disposal Meets Local Concerns
On March 28, 2024, a private company organized a public hearing on the waste to energy power plant project of Chok Chai Subdistrict...
Mar 28, 20242 min read


Nong Khai Nam villagers file a lawsuit to revoke Waste to Energy project licenses
Nong Khai Nam villagers, Saraburi Province filed a lawsuit against the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) to the Central Administrative...
Oct 10, 20232 min read


D-Day for Koh Tao to ban selling beer in glass bottles
Public and private cooperate in solving Koh Tao's waste problem. The shops on Koh Tao will replace bottled beer with aluminum-canned...
Sep 30, 20231 min read
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