The mechanism is a non-tariff barrier that applies to products with high carbon emissions during production. From 2026, importers must disclose the greenhouse gas emissions associated with their products and purchase CBAM certificates to offset them, meaning they will have to pay levies if their production processes emit carbon dioxide. Campaigns promoting reforestation, garbage separation and recycling and rooftop solar panel installation are aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions. LEGAL TOOLThailand is turning to a new legal tool -- the climate change bill -- to strengthen its efforts to curb greenhouse gas emissions and reshape the business landscape, he said. "The flooding in Hat Yai underscored the escalating impact of climate change," said Phirun Saiyasitpanich, director‑general of the Department of Climate Change and Environment.

Source: Bangkok Post February 09, 2026 00:30 UTC