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July 19, 2024
Thailand considers electricity price increase of up to 44%
The Thai government is considering raising electricity prices, causing concerns in the industry about potential impacts on multinational corporate investment. Kriengkrai Thiennukul, Chairman of the Federation of Thai Industries (FIT), stated that Thailand
July 16, 2024
Thailand to open DPPA to attract data center investment
To attract foreign investment, particularly from data centers, the Thai government intends to open up Direct Power Purchase Agreements (DPPA), allowing businesses to directly purchase green electricity from power generators.
June 20, 2024
Thailand's new power plan aims for 51% renewable energy by 2037
Thailand's latest power development plan (PDP) raises the renewable energy generation target from the previous 36% to 51%. However, some renewable energy industry stakeholders believe that the country should set even more ambitious goals.
June 06, 2024
Thailand to introduce carbon tax in 2025, starting with oil sector
Following Singapore, Thailand will become the second ASEAN country to implement a carbon tax ahead of CBAM. Thailand plans to levy carbon taxes in 2025, aligned with the enactment of the “Global Warming Act”.
April 30, 2024
Pattaya partners with Toyota on EV public transport to reduce pollution
Pattaya City took a significant step forward on Apr. 25 by introducing electric pickup trucks, Hilux Revo-e, for trial service known as the Song Taew, in a bid to revolutionize public transportation and address pollution.
April 18, 2024
Thailand gears up for Climate Change Act amidst optimism and skepticism
Thailand is preparing to introduce the Climate Change Act. Assistant Minister of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, Rachata Phisitbanakorn, mentioned in a seminar this month that the law may come into effect this year.
March 25, 2024
Thailand commits to accelerating green energy trading liberalization by year’s end
The direction of Thailand's "Direct Power Purchase Agreement" is set to become clearer. Chai Wacharonke, spokesperson for the Thai Prime Minister's Office, stated that Prime Minister instructed to expedite the policy to liberalize green energy trading in
March 13, 2024
Experts warn of greenwashing in Thailand's Bio-Circular-Green model
The Thai government's green energy project has sparked concerns about agricultural land justice, with some villagers protesting forced land acquisition.
February 26, 2024
Thailand boosts electric vehicle with up to 50% subsidy for factory construction
Thailand's EV Board approved two new stimulus measures on Feb. 21to boost local production of vehicle batteries and energy storage systems, as well as promote the development of electric buses and trucks.
February 23, 2024
Thailand’s new power plan expected to be implemented by Q2
Thailand’s new power development plan is expected to be finalized by Q2 and will focus more on renewable energy. The final decision on whether to include nuclear power as part of the alternative energy mix will be made by the minister.
