On February 23, 2026, Mr. Chakkaphan Phewngam, Deputy Governor of Bangkok, led a comprehensive site inspection in the Nong Chok district, signaling a zero-tolerance approach toward environmental negligence. The visit centered on the CPAC cement mixing plant, where the Deputy Governor issued a series of stringent mandates to curb PM2.5 pollution. These orders included raising perimeter fences to at least six meters, optimizing misting systems to full capacity, and ensuring cement mixer trucks undergo rigorous wheel cleaning before exiting the site. To ensure long-term compliance, the plant must now install visible air-quality monitors and prioritize trucks registered under the “Green List” project. At the same time, the Nong Chok District Office has been tasked with relentless follow-up inspections to protect the local atmosphere.
The environmental push continued with a visit to P.O.C. Phoenix Gold Golf Bangkok, a facility that has become a benchmark for the city’s waste management goals. Since 2025, the company has slashed its general waste output by more than half, from 2,100 kg to 1,005 kg per month, through rigorous sorting of organic, recyclable, and hazardous materials. This success story serves as the primary inspiration for the city’s new tiered waste fee system, which rewards diligent citizens. By utilizing the BKK WASTE PAY app, households that sort their trash can see their monthly garbage fees plummet from 60 baht to just 20 baht. The Deputy Governor urged the District Office to assist residents in completing their digital registrations to ensure no one misses out on these financial incentives for being eco-friendly.
Beyond pollution and waste, the visit highlighted Nong Chok’s transformation into a greener, more orderly district. The newly developed Kheha Chalong Krung Zone 6 Community Park was unveiled as the latest addition to the “15-minute park” initiative, bringing the district’s total to 14 accessible green spaces. These parks are designed to be functional community hubs, featuring walking tracks, exercise areas, and preserved large trees. Simultaneously, the Deputy Governor maintained a firm stance on urban order by instructing officials to monitor previously closed commercial zones, such as those at Soi Liap Wari 25 and Suwinthawong 64, to prevent the unauthorized return of street stalls, ensuring that Nong Chok’s progress remains both sustainable and organized.
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