Philippines
On August 7, 2025, the Philippine Department of Energy (DOE) released a draft circular establishing comprehensive guidelines for the issuance, management, and monitoring of Carbon Credit Certificates (CCC) in the …
Singapore
On August 27, 2025, Singapore promulgated two legislative instruments amending the Environmental Protection and Management Act 1999 and the Environmental Protection and Management (Hazardous Substances) Regulations. These amendments introduce new …
Indonesia
On July 19, 2025, Indonesia’s Ministry of Environment (KLH) and the Environmental Management Agency (BPLH), through the Environmental Monitoring Team (PPLH), ordered the suspension of operations of the incinerator at …
Vietnam
On September 5, 2025, the General Department of Chemicals under the Ministry of Industry and Trade of Vietnam released the draft “Decree on the List of Regulated Chemical Substances Subject …
Navigating the Perilous Path: A Case Study in Industrial Compliance and Its Critical Importance in Thailand
Thailand
Thailand, a rapidly developing industrial hub, places strong emphasis on robust regulatory frameworks to ensure both product quality and environmental responsibility within its industrial zones. At the heart of this …
Malaysia
Malaysia’s state-run media reported on August 29, 2025, that authorities are in the final stage of establishing an extended producer responsibility (EPR) regulation of various packaging materials, including plastics. The …
Vietnam
On August 26, 2025, the Government of Vietnam promulgated Prime Minister Decision No. 1837/QD-TTg, titled “Implementation Plan for the 2025 Law on Chemicals” (hereinafter, “the Decision”). The Decision outlines the …
Thailand
Ministry of Industry of Thailand published the “Notification of the Ministry of Industry regarding Prohibition of the Establishment or Expansion of Factories Using Mercury or Mercury Compounds in the Manufacturing …
Indonesia
On August 18, 2025, Indonesia’s Ministry of Environment announced its intention to mandate an Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) system for plastic waste by 2029, as part of efforts to strengthen …
Singapore
Singapore’s agency of national standards Enterprise Singapore has published the Singapore Standard SS 715:2025 Energy Efficiency of Data Centre IT Equipment in August 2025, which establishes energy efficiency criteria for …
Indonesia
On June 30, 2025, the Indonesian Ministry of Trade issued the Regulation No. 24/2025 on the Import Policy and Regulation of Used Goods and Non-B3 Wastes, which took effect sixty …
Vietnam
On 31 July 2025, the Prime Minister of Vietnam promulgated “Decision No. 1671/QD-TTg (“this Decision”) on the Proposal for the Reduction and Simplification of Administrative Procedures in Manufacturing and Trading …
Vietnam
On June 17, 2025, the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment (MAE) of Vietnam promulgated “Circular No. 08/2025/TT-BNNMT on Amendment and Supplementation to a Number of Articles of Circular No. 01/2022/TT-BTNMT …
Thailand
The Thailand Ministry of Commerce published a notification on June 23, 2025, titled “Ministry of Commerce Notification: Regulations Designating Used Tires as Prohibited Import Items or Items Requiring Permits and …
Indonesia
On June 5, 2025, Indonesia promulgated and enacted the Government Regulation No. 27 of 2025 concerning the Protection and Management of Mangrove Ecosystems. This regulation primarily outlines government policies for …
Indonesia
On June 5, 2025, Indonesia promulgated and enacted the Government Regulation No. 26 of 2025 concerning Environmental Protection Management Plans. Under this regulation, the Minister of Environment is required to …
Vietnam
On June 9, 2025, the Government of Vietnam promulgated Decree No. 119/2025/ND-CP Amending and Supplementing a Number of Articles of Decree No. 06/2022/ND-CP on Mitigation of Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions …
Vietnam
On June 9, 2025, the Government of Vietnam promulgated Decree No. 119/2025/ND-CP Amending and Supplementing a Number of Articles of Decree No. 06/2022/ND-CP on Mitigation of Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions …
Vietnam
On June 9, 2025, the Government of Vietnam promulgated “Decree No. 119/2025/ND-CP Amending and Supplementing a Number of Articles of Decree No. 06/2022/ND-CP on Mitigation of Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions …
Thailand
Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment of Thailand published the “Notification of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment on Projects, Undertakings, or Operations Required to Provide an Environmental Impact …
Singapore
On July 31, 2025, Singapore announced the implementation of a mandatory chemical reporting framework for hazardous substances license and permit holders. The scheme aims to track and monitor chemicals that …
Thailand
On June 23, 2025, Thailand’s Ministry of Commerce issued a new notification prohibiting the import of electrical and electronic waste into the Kingdom. This regulation, titled “Ministry of Commerce Notification: …
Vietnam
On June 18, 2025, Vietnam promulgated Law No. 77/2025/QH15, amending and supplementing several provisions of the Law on Economical and Efficient Use of Energy (Law No. 50/2010/QH12). This amendment (hereinafter …
Philippines
On June 4, 2025, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) of the Philippines issued “Administrative Order No. 2025-24: Guidelines on the Designation of Waterbodies as Non-Attainment Areas (NAAs) …
Indonesia
On May 21, 2025, Indonesia promulgated Minister of Manpower Regulation No. 4 of 2025 concerning Boiler Operators. The regulation took effect immediately upon promulgation, thereby repealing Minister of Manpower Regulation …
Thailand, Finalizing of Draft Clean Air Act
Thailand
Almost two years ago, it was reported that Thailand had been developing a new mechanism to control air pollution: the Clean Air Act. This is an integration of five draft …
Thailand, Bangkok Waste Fee Policy
Thailand
Bangkok Implements Mandatory Waste Separation Measures: #SeparateWasteReduceFees for a Better Bangkok As one of the world’s most densely populated and frequently visited cities, Bangkok is a significant contributor to domestic …
Malaysia
The National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency (NPRA) of Malaysia, following amendments to the ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (ACD: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive) pursuant to the 41th ASEAN Cosmetic Commission (ACC) Meeting, has promulgated …
Malaysia
Malaysia has published the Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage Act 2025 on August 1, 2025. The Act aims to promote industries related to the capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) of …
Singapore
On July 31, 2025, Singapore promulgated the Environmental Protection and Management Act 1999 (Amendment of Second Schedule) (No. 4) Order 2025, which will take effect on August 1, 2025.
Vietnam
On 15th May 2025, The Government promulgates Decree 105/2025/NĐ-CP elaborating the Law on Fire and Rescue. This new Decree comes into force from 01st July 2025. Part 2 focus on …
Vietnam
On 15th May 2025, The Government promulgates Decree 105/2025/NĐ-CP elaborating the Law on Fire and Rescue. This new Decree comes into force from 01st July 2025. The following Decree expires …
Philippines
On June 5, 2025, the Philippines released the second draft of the Chemical Control Order (CCO) for Benzene and opened a public consultation period. This draft proposes the inclusion of …
Vietnam
On March 25, 2025, Vietnam’s Ministry of Finance released a draft governmental decree concerning the establishment of a domestic carbon exchange. This decree continues the implementation of the national plan …
Thailand
On April 30, 2025, Thailand’s Department of Industrial Works (DIW), under the Ministry of Industry, issued the Department of Industrial Works Notification: B.E. 2568 (2025) — Criteria and Procedures for …
Indonesia
On June 30, 2025, Indonesia’s Ministry of Trade promulgated the “Ministerial Regulation No. 20 of 2025 on Import Policies and Regulations for Chemicals, Hazardous Substances and Mineral Resources”, which will …
Malaysia
On July 1, 2025, Malaysia’s state-owned electric utility Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) announced a significant reduction in electricity tariffs under its Green Electricity Tariff (GET) programme, which supplies electricity generated …
Thailand
On July 7, 2025, Thailand’s Ministry of Industry promulgated the Ministry of Industry Notification: B.E. 2568 (2025) Hazardous Substance List (8th Edition) via the Royal Gazette. This revision is the …
Singapore
On June 20, 2025, Singapore’s National Climate Change Secretariat (NCCS), Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI), and Enterprise Singapore (EnterpriseSG), in collaboration with the Singapore Sustainable Finance Association (SSFA) and …
Vietnam
On June 14, 2025, the National Assembly of Vietnam passed Law on Chemicals No. 69/2025/QH15 (“the Law”) with 92.47 percent approval. Comprising seven chapters and 48 articles, the Law fully …
Vietnam
On June 14, 2025, the National Assembly of Vietnam passed Law on Chemicals No. 69/2025/QH15 (“the Law”) with 92.47 percent approval. Comprising seven chapters and 48 articles, the Law fully …
Vietnam
On June 14, 2025, the National Assembly of Vietnam passed Law on Chemicals No. 69/2025/QH15 (“the Law”) with 92.47 percent approval. Comprising seven chapters and 48 articles, the Law fully …
Thailand
On May 27, 2025, the Thailand Taxonomy Board announced Thailand Taxonomy Phase 2. The previous version, Phase 1, issued in June 2023, focused on the energy and transportation sectors. Phase …
Malaysia
The Standard and Industrial Research Institute of Malaysia (SIRIM) has released the “Guidelines for the Importation and Inspection of Waste Plastic” in May 2025. Import of Plastic Waste had just …
Thailand
On May 22, 2025, the Department of Industrial Works (DIW) under Thailand’s Ministry of Industry promulgated the Notification of the Department of Industrial Works: B.E. 2568 (2025) Guidelines for Visual …
Malaysia
On May 29, 2025, the Malaysian state of Sarawak launched the Sarawak Sustainability Blueprint 2030, a long-term strategy for a comprehensive transition to a green economy. The blueprint outlines the …
Malaysia
Malaysia has introduced the “Income Tax (Deduction for Expenditure in relation to Environmental Preservation, Social and Governance) Rules 2025” on June 23, 2025. The rules seeks to provides for an …
Vietnam
On May 15, 2025, the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment of Vietnam issued Circular No. 01/2025/TT-BNNMT concerning the promulgation of three national technical standards on ambient environmental quality: QCVN 26:2025/BNNMT …
Vietnam
On 23rd April 2025, The Prime Minister of Vietnam hereby promulgates the “Decision on Regulation on responses to waste-related emergencies.” This Decision comes into force as of June 10, 2025, …
Vietnam
On April 10, 2025, Vietnam’s Ministry of Finance and General Department of Customs issued Notification No. 1546/CHQ-GSQL on the export-import management of products containing industrial precursors (hereafter referred to as …
Indonesia
On April 15, 2025, Indonesia enacted “Ministerial Regulation No. 10/2025 on the Energy Transition Roadmap in the Power Sector.” The regulation took effect immediately upon promulgation and was issued under …
Vietnam
NOTE: On the morning of June 14, the National Assembly of Vietnam passed the new Law on Chemicals. EnviX, in cooperation with its Hanoi subsidiary Enviapac, will provide analysis of …
Thailand
On April 18, 2025, Thailand’s Ministry of Industry issued the regulation “Ministerial Regulation: B.E. 2568 (2025) on Industrial Standards Compliance for Three-Phase Induction AC Motors.” The regulation was enacted under …
Malaysia
The Malaysian Department of Environment (DOE) announced proposed amendments to the Environmental Quality (Clean Air) Regulations 2014 on May 26, 2025, and is seeking comments for a two-month period. Under …
Vietnam
On February 28, 2025, Vietnam’s Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment issued Circular 07/2025/TT-BTNMT, amending and supplementing Circular 02/2022/TT-BTNMT, which provides implementation details for various articles of the Law on …
Philippines
On April 28, 2025, the Philippines enacted “Revised Implementing Rules and Regulations of Republic Act No. 11058 Entitled “An Act Strengthening Compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Standards and Providing …
Thailand
On April 24, 2025, Thailand’s Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) issued the “Notification: Standards for Issuing Renewable Energy Certificates, B.E. 2568 (2025).” This notification aims to ensure green electricity services comply …
Malaysia
On May 2, 2025, EnviX visited Malaysia’s Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) and conducted an interview on occupational safety and health (OSH) and factories’ chemical management related regulations. …
Malaysia
On April 30, 2025, EnviX visited the office of Electronic Recycling Through Heroes (ERTH) located in Selangor, Malaysia, to conduct an interview with its founder, Mr. Mohamed Tarek. The interview …
Vietnam
On February 28, 2025, Vietnam’s Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment issued Circular 07/2025/TT-BTNMT, which amends and supplements Circular 02/2022/TT-BTNMT—the regulation detailing the implementation of various articles of the Law …
Thailand
On March 31, 2025, Thailand’s Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, through its Pollution Control Department (PCD), issued the “Notification: Inspection Standards for Contaminant Levels in Imported Waste Paper, B.E. …
Brunei
On January 9, 2025, Brunei promulgated the Workplace Safety and Health (Work at Heights) Regulations, 2025, which took effect on January 1, 2025. These regulations stipulate occupational safety and health …
Malaysia
The Department of Environment (DOE) of Malaysia announced a proposal to amend the 1974 Environmental Quality Act on May 6, 2025. The public consultation will be open until May 30, …
Vietnam
On December 31, 2024, Vietnam’s Ministry of Health issued Circular No. 52/2024/TT-BYT, establishing the “Regulations on Domestic Water Quality Testing and Monitoring and National Technical Standards for Domestic Water Quality …
Vietnam
On February 12, 2025, Vietnam’s Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MONRE) issued Circular No. 02/2025/TT-BTNMT, establishing the technical standard QCVN 01:2025/BTNMT on National technical regulation on environmental safety distance …
Vietnam
On January 24, 2025, Vietnam’s Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha issued Prime Minister Decision No. 232/QD-TTg on a Plan for the Establishment and Development of a Carbon Market in …
Vietnam
On April 23, 2025, the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) published an announcement on its official website titled Call for Public Comments on the List of Basic Chemicals …
Vietnam
On December 30, 2024, Vietnam’s Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment issued Circular 45/2024/TT-BTNMT, establishing QCVN 19:2024/BTNMT on the National Technical Standard for Industrial Emission. This new standard replaces the …
Philippines
On April 21, 2025, the Philippines issued Department Order No. 251-25: Implementing Rules and Guidelines of Article 133 (formerly Article 135) of the Labor Code, as Amended by Republic Act …
Thailand, Draft Industrial Waste Management Act
Thailand
Introduction: The Urgent Need for a New Legal Framework Thailand is facing an increasing challenge in managing industrial waste. Over the past decade, the country has experienced a surge in …
Philippines
On March 4, 2025, the Philippines Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued FDA Circular No. 2025-002, which implements updates and amendments to the ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (ACD) as adopted during …
Vietnam
On March 14, 2025, the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI), in collaboration with the National Assembly’s Committee on Science, Technology, and Environment, held a consultation meeting on the …
Thailand
The Excise Department of Thailand, Ministry of Finance published the “Announcement of the Excise Department regarding Criteria and Conditions for Determining Carbon Pricing for Petroleum and Petroleum Products” in the …
Vietnam
On February 28, 2025, Vietnam’s Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment issued Circular 06/2025/TT-BTNMT, which includes the new national technical regulation on industrial wastewater, QCVN 40:2025/BTNMT. This regulation replaces the …
Thailand, Draft Promotion of Solar Power Usage Act
Thailand
Thailand, with its favorable geographic location and abundant sunlight, has faced challenges in adopting rooftop solar due to regulatory complexities, overlapping permits, and slow approval processes. Even small, non-commercial installations …
Brunei
On January 9, 2025, Brunei issued the “Workplace Safety and Health (Workplace Safety and Health Officers) (Amendment) Regulations, 2025” (hereinafter referred to as “the Regulations”). The Regulations took effect on …
Thailand
The Department of Labour Protection and Welfare of the Thailand’s Ministry of Labour released draft amendments to the “Occupational Safety, Health, and Environment Act (No. …): B.E. ….”. Public opinions …
Indonesia
On January 24, 2025, the Indonesian Ministry of Industry issued Ministerial Regulation No. 6 of 2025 concerning the mandatory application of the Indonesian National Standard for primary paper and cardboard …
Vietnam
On December 25, 2024, the Ministry of Industry and Trade of Vietnam issued “Circular No. 29/2024/TT-BCT on Energy Consumption Standards for the Plastics Manufacturing Sector”. The circular outlines methods for …
Malaysia
On March 28, 2025, the Malaysian Energy Commission published guidelines for the Community Renewable Energy Aggregation Mechanism (CREAM). Unlike the open-access renewable energy system CRESS, launched in 2024 to regulate …
Philippines
On February 4, 2025, the Philippines approved the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of the New Government Procurement Act (NGPA). The regulations were officially promulgated on February 10, 2025, and …
Thailand
The Department of Industrial Works (DIW) of Thailand opened a draft of “Industrial Waste Management Act. B.E. …” on the Law Portal; Thai Government Central Legislation System Website for stakeholder …
Thailand
Ministry of Industry of Thailand published the “Ministerial Regulation Establishing Air Odor Standards for Factories B.E. 2568 (2025)” in the Government Gazette on 27 March 2025. The regulation sets out …
Indonesia
On April 2, 2025, the Bali provincial government issued and immediately enforced Directive No. 9 of 2025 on the Bali Clean Waste Movement, which bans the manufacture, distribution, and provision …
Philippines
On February 17, 2025, the Philippine Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) announced revisions to the Social Development and Management Programs (SDMPs) imposed on mining companies. These changes align …
Vietnam
On April 1, 2025, the Vietnam Chemicals Agency (Vinachemia) under Ministry of Industry and Trade (MOIT) published a notice regarding the additional submission of paper documents for applications related to …
Malaysia
On February 1, 2025, Malaysia enacted the National Forestry (Amendment) Act 2022, which revises the National Forestry Act 1984. The law aims to strengthen forest protection by regulating the designation …
Thailand
On January 31, 2025, Thailand’s Ministry of Public Health issued the Notification “List of Prohibited Substances in Cosmetic Manufacturing, Fourth Edition (B.E. 2568 [2025]) ” in the Royal Gazette. This …
Singapore
On March 4, 2025, Singapore launched the Sustainable E-Commerce Packaging Guidelines as part of the Alliance for Action (AfA) on Packaging Waste Reduction for the E-commerce Sector, an industry-led initiative …
Philippines, Summary and Analysis of the Plastic Pollution Reduction Standard (PPRS)
Philippines
Overview of the key components and structure of the PPRS On April 2, 2020, PCX Solutions released the first version of the Plastic Pollution Reduction Standard (PPRS), a framework designed …
Vietnam
On March 5, 2025, the National Assembly of Vietnam released the second draft of the amended Law on Chemicals (hereafter referred to as “the draft”) and invited broad corporate feedback …
Vietnam
On March 5, 2025, the National Assembly of Vietnam released the second draft of the amended Law on Chemicals (hereafter referred to as “the draft”) and invited broad corporate feedback …
Singapore
On March 21, 2025, Singapore issued the Environmental Protection and Management Act 1999 (Amendment of Second Schedule) (No. 3) Order 2025. This order, effective March 24, 2025, defines exempted uses …
Indonesia
On March 6, 2025, Indonesia’s Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources issued the Regulation of the Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources No. 87/2025 on Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEPS) …
Indonesia
On March 13, 2025, the Regulation of the Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources No. 8/2025 on Energy Management was promulgated in Indonesia, which came into effect on the same …
Philippines
In the Philippines, on March 6th, 2025, a call for opinions was announced regarding substances proposed for addition to the Rotterdam Convention and the Stockholm Conventions.
Singapore
Singapore’s National Environment Agency (NEA) has proposed on February 27, 2025 to regulate Chlorpyrifos, Paraquat, and Paraquat salts as hazardous substances under the Environmental Protection and Management Act (EPMA). A …
Thailand, ESG Report for listed Companies
Thailand
The complete, accurate, and transparent disclosure of information by listed companies is a crucial to build investor confidence and attracting their interest. In addition to financial data, information on Environmental, …
Overview on the Newly Commenced Philippine Renewable Energy Market
Philippines
What is the Philippine Renewable Energy Market? About two years after the interim commercial operations in August 2022 of the Philippine Electricity Market Corporation (PEMC), on December 26, 2024, Renewable …
Thailand
On January 31, 2025, the Pollution Control Department (PCD) of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MoNRE) of Thailand released the Sustainable Packaging Materials Management Bill (Buddhist Year of …
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