Sustainable consumption in Thailand - statistics & facts
Record-breaking hot temperatures, plastic-polluted oceans, and other natural phenomena occurring around the world have raised questions about the way human consumption affects climate change. This helps bring about awareness among Thais on sustainable and conscious living. As the understanding of environmental and social impacts grows, the adoption of sustainable practices among Thais steepens. As a result, some Thai consumers are searching for more sustainable and eco-friendly products and services. In 2021, the carbon emissions from energy in Thailand amounted to 269 million metric tons, with rates dwindling since 2018. Considering reducing carbon dioxide emissions, the Thai government is planning regulations to diminish greenhouse gas emissions. This also entails implementing energy efficiency measures, promoting renewable energy, and improving public transportation systems. Thailand is also investing in renewable energy with aims to heighten the share of renewable energy mix and decrease dependence on fossil fuels. In 2022, Thailand’s renewable power generation capacity was more than 12 thousand megawatts, taking into consideration that a megawatt can power around 200 homes for a day.
