Environmental Regulatory Update in ASEAN

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June 11, 2026

Public Hearing on the Principles and Key Issues Regarding the Amendment of the Draft Ministry of Industry Notification on the Reporting of Types and Quantities of Pollutants from Factory Operations B.E. ….

The Ministry of Industry is holding a public hearing to amend the factory pollutant reporting notification to reduce data redundancy and align with current technologies. The amendment expands mandatory reporting via a centralized electronic system...

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June 5, 2026

Announcement of the Office of Natural Resources and Environmental Policy and Planning Re: Guidelines for the Preparation of Environmental Impact Assessment Reports (No. 2) B.E. 2569 (2026)

The Office of Natural Resources and Environmental Policy and Planning has updated the EIA report guidelines, effective June 5, 2026. The amendment removes the phrase "or any other similar position" to strictly clarify authorized signatories....

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May 22, 2026

Notification of the Department of Industrial Works Subject: Public Hearing on the Principles for Revising the Notification of the Department of Industrial Works Re: Prescribing Qualifications of Hazardous Substance Import License Applicants and Criteria for Considering the Permission to Import Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) B.E. 2566 (Drafting Stage of Principles or Key Issues)

The Department of Industrial Works (DIW) is seeking public comments on the revised criteria for HFCs import permits and import quota management in line with Thailand’s obligations under the Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol. The proposed...

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May 18, 2026

Notification of the Department of Industrial Works Re: Schedule for Public Hearing on the Principles of the Draft Notification of the Ministry of Industry Re: List of Hazardous Substances (No. ..) B.E. ….

Public Hearing Notice: The Department of Industrial Works is inviting comments on the Draft Notification regarding the updated List of Hazardous Substances to align with the Chemical Weapons Convention. The public hearing period is open from May 15...

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May 15, 2026

Public Hearing on the “Principles of ERC Solar for Citizens”

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) is holding a public hearing from May 15-29, 2026, on the new "ERC Solar for Citizens" initiative. The scheme aims to procure up to 500 MW of excess solar rooftop electricity from households (maximum 5 kW per...

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May 6, 2026

Notification of the Department of Labor Protection and Welfare Re: Form for Schedule Notification and Form for Performance Summary Report of Occupational Safety, Health, and Environment Experts

Effective May 2, 2026, this notification mandates that Occupational Safety, Health, and Environment (OSHE) Experts must use the specific forms attached to this announcement when submitting their official schedule notifications and performance...

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May 6, 2026

Notification of the Department of Labor Protection and Welfare Re: Training Curriculum, Qualifications of Instructors, Training Execution, and Evaluation for Occupational Safety, Health, and Environment Experts

Effective May 2, 2026, this notification establishes the licensing requirements for Occupational Safety, Health, and Environment (OSHE) Experts. Candidates must complete a 24-hour, three-module training course and pass a 3-hour written exam with a...

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May 6, 2026

Notification of the Department of Labor Protection and Welfare Re: Forms for Application, Application Receipt, License, and Substitute License for Occupational Safety, Health, and Environment Experts

Effective May 2, 2026, the Department of Labor Protection and Welfare has issued a notification prescribing the official document forms (including applications, receipts, licenses, and substitute licenses) required for Occupational Safety, Health,...

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May 6, 2026

Notification of the Department of Labor Protection and Welfare Re: Statement of Rights and Duties of Employers and Employees, Hazard Warning Symbols, and Signs Regarding Occupational Safety, Health, and Environment

Effective July 1, 2026, the Department of Labor Protection and Welfare requires employers to post updated statements of workplace safety rights and duties, along with appropriate hazard warnings and safety signs that comply with recognized...

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