The current legal framework for managing packaging and other householdwaste in Thailand has long been governed by various pieces of legislation,such as the Public Health Act, B.E. 2535 (1992) and the Act on theMaintenance of Cleanliness and Orderliness of the Country, B.E. 2535(1992). However, these laws only cover broad and general practices ofwaste management without particular focus on recyclable waste, and donot address the waste issue at the root cause nor encompass allstakeholders with relevant…
In recent years, environmental issues have been increasingly prioritized,leading to positive results in the development of national policies inThailand. Many draft environmental legislations, which were previouslystalled, are now regaining momentum as key enablers to drive Thailandtowards a more sustainable future. Read more…