Popular Post snoop1130 Posted May 3, 2023 Popular Post Posted May 3, 2023 Thailand has decided to implement a new PM2.5 standard level, reduced from 50 microns (microgram/cubic metre) to 37.5 microns, and a new air quality index (AQI) standard, reduced from 91 to 75.1, from June 1st, to bring them in line with the World Health Organisation’s standards, according to Jatuporn Buruspat, permanent secretary of natural resources and environment. Under the new standard, the AQI will be divided into five levels, each colour coded. -The AQI 0-25 (Blue) level means that the air quality is very good, suitable for all out-door and tourism activities. -The AQI 26-50 (Green) level means air quality is good enough for people to undertake general activities as normal. -The AQI 51-100 (Yellow) level means moderate air quality, in which healthy people can perform out-door activities as normal. Those who have to take special care for their health, however, should reduce out-door activity if they develop a cough or experience breathing difficulties. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/thailands-new-air-quality-standard-to-take-effect-on-june-1st/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-05-03 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information. 1 19
Popular Post KannikaP Posted May 3, 2023 Popular Post Posted May 3, 2023 And how will these standards be enforced/implemented? 16 10 5 2
Popular Post richard_smith237 Posted May 3, 2023 Popular Post Posted May 3, 2023 Excellent... Thats the issue of region air-quality resolved with a few coloured maps then !!! Meanwhile... there will be no improvement whatsoever... Just another announcement... more hot air, more ‘look at us we are doing something while doing nothing’ statements from the authorities. I’m sure neighbouring countries are also to blame, but while Thailand still does not effectively deal with the ‘burning’ of fields not much will change. 17 2 6 3
Popular Post richard_smith237 Posted May 3, 2023 Popular Post Posted May 3, 2023 10 minutes ago, KannikaP said: And how will these standards be enforced/implemented? Any cartographer who uses the old colours will be publicly shamed for bringing the reputation of Thailand into disrepute and moved to an inactive position !!!... ???? 2 1 1 16
Popular Post Celsius Posted May 3, 2023 Popular Post Posted May 3, 2023 I can breathe better already 1 1 17
Popular Post bignok Posted May 3, 2023 Popular Post Posted May 3, 2023 41 minutes ago, KannikaP said: And how will these standards be enforced/implemented? Take 210 minus 190 you get 20. All well! Nothing will change. Just another colour on the AQI websites 555 2 4
Sunderland Posted May 3, 2023 Posted May 3, 2023 The updated WHO guidelines state that annual average concentrations of PM2.5 should not exceed 5 µg/m3, while 24-hour average exposures should not exceed 15 µg/m3 more than 3 - 4 days per year. Interim targets have been set to support the planning of incremental milestones toward cleaner air, particularly for cities, regions and countries that are struggling with high air pollution levels. For PM2.5 these are: 35 µg/m3 annual mean, 75 µg/m3 24-hour mean. (level 1) 25 µg/m3 annual mean, 50 µg/m3 24-hour mean. (level 2) 15 µg/m3 annual mean, 37.5 µg/m3 24-hour mean. (level 3) 10 µg/m3 annual mean, 25 µg/m3 24-hour mean. (level 4)Therefore, Thailand is aiming to scrape the barrel and seek to achieve the lowest interim target. 1 1
Popular Post Tropicalevo Posted May 3, 2023 Popular Post Posted May 3, 2023 Hey Uncle Tu. Lowering your 'standards' does not make it easier for people to breath. 5 2
dingdongrb Posted May 3, 2023 Posted May 3, 2023 4 hours ago, KannikaP said: And how will these standards be enforced/implemented? By using the same process that driving regulations are enforced. 2
Popular Post stoner Posted May 3, 2023 Popular Post Posted May 3, 2023 4 hours ago, snoop1130 said: -The AQI 0-25 (Blue) level means that the air quality is very good, suitable for all out-door and tourism activities. sooooooooo by this measure there was 2 days in 2022 that were suitable. hi thailand this is planet earth. how are ya ? 2 2
Popular Post stoner Posted May 3, 2023 Popular Post Posted May 3, 2023 17 minutes ago, Tropicalevo said: Hey Uncle Tu. Lowering your 'standards' does not make it easier for people to breath. i often find myself lowering my standards while walking down soi 6 towards the end of the night. 7
Popular Post NorthernRyland Posted May 3, 2023 Popular Post Posted May 3, 2023 This is like setting a goal to hike up Doi Suthep and then when you failed at that you proceeded to make a new goal to climb Everest. Makes no sense and shows a real detachment from reality. 4 2 1
Popular Post ikke1959 Posted May 3, 2023 Popular Post Posted May 3, 2023 They can make levels whatsoever, but how to enforce them and to achieve better air quality are the main questions...Higher or lower who cares, if nothing is done 3 1
Popular Post spidermike007 Posted May 3, 2023 Popular Post Posted May 3, 2023 It is possible that the new opposition leadership would be wiling to defy big Agra, and start enforcing the laws against burning. Up until now, we have seen nothing but obedience and shame and cowardice. 3
Popular Post connda Posted May 3, 2023 Popular Post Posted May 3, 2023 Of course. After the rains have set in and the air is clear. "See! We our legislation cleaned the air quick quick!!!" Lets have this discussion in March 2024. ???? 6
Gknrd Posted May 3, 2023 Posted May 3, 2023 Another joke of the day from the powers in charge. Next. 1
Popular Post Robert Tyrrell Posted May 3, 2023 Popular Post Posted May 3, 2023 Good Morning, setting a standard and enforcing a standard are two different things in Thailand ???? How about enforcing pollution control on motor vehicles and motorcycles, EMISSIONS TESTING !! Assuring holding Factories to the same testing and enforcement standards !! And certainly Ban !! ALL !! Agricultural burning as well, NOW THATS SETTING A STANDARD AND ENFORCING IT !! OTHERWISE THIS STANDARD THAILAND HAS SET IS LIP SERVICE ONLY !! 3 1 1 2
Popular Post Bim Smith Posted May 3, 2023 Popular Post Posted May 3, 2023 I just explained the new rules to my lovely Thai wife. She looked at me like a dog who had just been shown a card trick, smiled then walked away. 2 1
Reigntax Posted May 3, 2023 Posted May 3, 2023 8 hours ago, stoner said: i often find myself lowering my standards while walking down soi 6 towards the end of the night. That’s just the natural result of having recharged beer goggles 2
Popular Post hotchilli Posted May 3, 2023 Popular Post Posted May 3, 2023 13 hours ago, snoop1130 said: Thailand has decided to implement a new PM2.5 standard level, reduced from 50 microns (microgram/cubic metre) to 37.5 microns, and a new air quality index (AQI) standard, reduced from 91 to 75.1, from June 1st, to bring them in line with the World Health Organisation’s standards, according to Jatuporn Buruspat, permanent secretary of natural resources and environment. How about reducing the PM2.5? 3
nigelforbes Posted May 3, 2023 Posted May 3, 2023 6 minutes ago, hotchilli said: How about reducing the PM2.5? PM2.5 is typically calculated as a percentage of PM10 so if one falls, the other falls also. PM10 is larger microns that typically fall to ground sooner because they are heavier. PM2.5 are lighter and travel further. When something is burned, both PM2.5 and PM10 are produced. But some products, by their very make up and design, produce more PM2.5 than PM10, maize for example.
nigelforbes Posted May 3, 2023 Posted May 3, 2023 2 minutes ago, nigelforbes said: PM2.5 is typically calculated as a percentage of PM10 so if one falls, the other falls also. PM10 is larger microns that typically fall to ground sooner because they are heavier. PM2.5 are lighter and travel further. When something is burned, both PM2.5 and PM10 are produced. But some products, by their very make up and design, produce more PM2.5 than PM10, maize for example. Aww, confused so early in the morning, I know it's difficult to understand.
jacko45k Posted May 3, 2023 Posted May 3, 2023 14 hours ago, KannikaP said: And how will these standards be enforced/implemented? Just a number on paper........ 1
Popular Post Bangkok Barry Posted May 4, 2023 Popular Post Posted May 4, 2023 14 hours ago, KannikaP said: And how will these standards be enforced/implemented? Of course, they won't. 1 - No-one has yet been bothered to crack down on illegal burning. Finding the source of the burning means going outside the air-con office and it's hot out there. 2 - Nature doesn't give a rat's fart about artificial borders that humans put up, so the air will also arrive without a visa from other countries. 1 2
Popular Post 1happykamper Posted May 4, 2023 Popular Post Posted May 4, 2023 14 hours ago, KannikaP said: And how will these standards be enforced/implemented? The same way vehicle speeds are neasured and enforced. Not at all. 1 2
klauskunkel Posted May 4, 2023 Posted May 4, 2023 Quote Thailand’s new air quality standard to take effect on June 1st Tremendous effort. The government has to rest now. 2
Venom Posted May 4, 2023 Posted May 4, 2023 Old system 0-50 green 50-100 yellow 100-150 orange 150-200 red 200-250 purple So basically they added blue 0-25 Changed orange (100-200) Red 200+ So basically red was replaced with orange and purple was replaced with red! ???? TIT 2
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