The recurring smog season in Thailand’s northern provinces has sparked increasing public dissatisfaction. Notably, a 28 year old doctor in Chiang Mai, Krittai Tanasombatkul, who was diagnosed with lung cancer despite being a non-smoker, used his social media platform to question why the persistent PM2.5 pollution issue has not been resolved by the authorities.
The Clean Air Act, seen as a potential solution to the escalating Thailand smog problem, is eagerly awaited by both the public and private sectors, especially given the prediction of more severe PM2.5 levels in the upcoming months. The act is expected to address pollution from various sources such as bushfires, farm clearing, and ageing diesel engines. However, critics argue that legislation alone is insufficient and calls for additional measures like encouraging a shift to battery-run…
