Suchart Orders Natural Resources Ministry to Accelerate Climate Change Bill to Combat Global Warming
Thailand's Natural Resources Ministry began accelerating a proposed Climate Change Act on May 6 to establish net-zero emissions targets and strengthen the country's resilience against climate disasters. The 205-article legislation includes
The Department of Climate Change has received Natural Resources and Environment Minister Suchart Chomklin's directive to accelerate the proposed Climate Change Act on May 6, 2025, with the goal of quick implementation. This legislation aims to transform Thailand into a regional leader in low-carbon economy while strengthening public resilience against long-term climate disasters.
Dr. Pirun Saiyasitpanich, director-general of the Department of Climate Change and Environment, and his team began the first reading of the draft Climate Change Act in coordination with the Office of the Council of State via electronic meeting, with Sarnserm Kraichirti, chairman of Council of State Committee 7, presiding.
The meeting reviewed the bill's overview, objectives, principles, and key provisions. The legislation contains 205 articles organized into 14 chapters with four implementation mechanisms: (1) Policy mechanisms to set net-zero greenhouse gas emission targets through a national policy committee; (2) Risk management and climate adaptation mechanisms at local and sectoral levels; (3) Greenhouse gas reduction mechanisms aligned with international commitments to enhance trade competitiveness; and (4) Financial mechanisms through a climate fund to support low-carbon investments and economic transition.
