Thai Energy Ministry encourages motorists to use biodiesel to reduce smog

A thick layer of smog covers central Bangkok. Thailand's Ministry of Energy on Tuesday (Jan 21) suggested motorists to use biodiesel B10 and B20 to curb aggravating smog that is currently gripping the country. - AP

BANGKOK: Thailand's Ministry of Energy on Tuesday (Jan 21) suggested motorists to use biodiesel B10 and B20 to curb aggravating smog that is currently gripping the country.

"By using biodiesel B10 and B20, we all can help reduce smog by 3.5 to 25%," said the ministry's Department of Energy Business.