A little bit about Thailand…
So as you may know, I have entered a contest to win a trip to Thailand to volunteer for one month.
However, not ever having traveled to Thailand, and not really being that familiar with the issues that are currently affecting the country, I thought I would do a little research and share my findings.
Thailand, just in case you were not sure where it was!
FIRST: Environmental issues and concerns: Approximately half of Thailand’s lakes and rivers are of poor water quality and almost all of the country’s forests have been decimated. Also, the country’s eco-systems are threatened by climate change and rising ocean levels. The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is working with Thailand’s government to improve environmental governance. Reducing the negative environmental consequences of development through planning is extremely important as the country continues to strive for improved economic conditions and growth.
