Multilevel Water Governance: Lessons Learned from Thailand Read more about Multilevel Water Governance: Lessons Learned from Thailand This presentation discussed Thailand's experience and lessons learned from mainstreaming water security strategy into the country's National Water Strategy using the Asian Water Development Outlook (AWDO) framework, water productivity and water governance.
Implementing the AWDO Framework to Mainstreaming Water Security Strategy into a National Water Strategy Read more about Implementing the AWDO Framework to Mainstreaming Water Security Strategy into a National Water Strategy This presentation discussed the work undertaken by Chulalongkorn University on water security in Thailand, and their experience from adapting the AWDO 2016 framework as a tool for dialogue and development.
Kirapat Jiamset Keywords electrical engineering electricity distribution thailand power utility power distribution Read more about Kirapat Jiamset Kirapat Jiamset is an experienced Electrical Engineer with a long experience in power distribution. He joined the Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA) after graduating from the Prince of Songkla University. His working profile ranges from engineering and technical support thru the installation and maintenance of distribution networks, covering both overhead and underground cable systems.
Jittima Rodsawad Keywords health impact assessment thailand environment Health Read more about Jittima Rodsawad Jittima is the Public Health Technical Officer in the Health Impact Assessment Division at the Department of Health. Since 2002, she has experience with HIA applications for public parks in the Yala municipality in Thailand. She is also responsible for developing HIA training courses for practitioners and local government. From 2015-2017, Jittima was the coordinator of regional cooperation on Thematic Working Group on HIA under Regional Forum on Environment and Health in the Asia Pacific, and oversaw the technical cooperation between Thailand and Lao PDR on HIA.
Health Policy Design and Implementation Read more about Health Policy Design and Implementation Designing health policies is challenging due to the contradictory interests of key stakeholders. Government must provide stewardship and align the conflicting interests through incentives and controls. Implementing health policies requires the leadership and commitment of politicians.
Green Freight Strategy: Experiences of ADB Green Freight Project Read more about Green Freight Strategy: Experiences of ADB Green Freight Project Learn about ADB’s experiences on green freight projects. This presentation features green freight projects implemented by ADB and the Ministry of Transport in Laos, Thailand, and Viet Nam from 2016 to 2016, with the objective of fostering low-carbon sustainable freight transport. It shares project results, lessons learnt, and the stakeholders involved.
Green Logistics and Freight Transport Read more about Green Logistics and Freight Transport Learn about the concept of green logistics and the importance of making it sustainable. Green logistics reduce climate change, improve energy security, lower transportation fuel costs, and improve roadway safety, among other benefits.
Intended Nationally Determined Contributions and Transport Mitigation Potential Read more about Intended Nationally Determined Contributions and Transport Mitigation Potential Intended Nationally Determined Contributions (INDCs) are climate pledges that countries have made before the Paris Agreement on Climate Change in 2015. Transport-related climate actions were also included in the INDCs. Learn about INDCs of developing countries in Asia particularly greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets from transport, transport mitigation strategies, and suggested future steps.
Recent Property Tax Reform in Thailand Read more about Recent Property Tax Reform in Thailand Learn about the property tax reform situation in Thailand. This presentation traces the origin of the property tax reform and discusses the current property tax system in Thailand. It also examines the issue of recurrent property taxes and available policy options for improvement.
21st Conference of the Parties: What are the Implications for Local Governments? Read more about 21st Conference of the Parties: What are the Implications for Local Governments? The Paris Agreement on Climate Change is a universal sustainable development mechanism that includes climate change mitigation commitments for all countries. It encourages action at the subnational level as it recognizes the key role that local governments play in tackling climate change. Localization of the Paris agreement goals provides an opportunity for local governments to act locally and impact globally.