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Ember report highlights solar and storage as key to Thailand’s data center growth. (Photo: iStock)
The data center boom is driving massive electricity demand, and Thailand is seeking to seize the opportunity to become a regional hub.
The government’s revised power development plan (RPDP) sets a goal of 51% renewable energy generation by 2037. However, a new report from the global energy think tank Ember argues that Thailand could set even higher targets, which would strengthen the country’s position in regional data center growth.
Ember urges bolder clean energy goals for Thailand
The RPDP aims to add 64 GW of renewables and energy storage by 2037. However, Ember suggests that increasing solar capacity targets by 89% and battery storage by 60% could save Thailand USD 1.8 billion in power generation costs, even though it would require about USD 15 billion more in capital investment.
