PEA announces 5-year capital spending plan
The Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA), a state power distribution arm, has announced a five-year capital spending plan of 200 billion baht to improve services nationwide and move towards smart technology. Governor Sompong Preeprem said the plan will turn the PEA into a “digital utility provider” that can manage electricity trade on an online platform under its […]
Thailand to slash stockpile of crude palm oil
BANGKOK (Sept 8): Thailand’s cabinet has approved plans to reduce the country’s huge crude palm oil (CPO) stockpile to shore up domestic price. Deputy government spokesperson Ratchada Thanadirek said the cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister General Prayuth Chan o-cha today approved the National Palm Oil Policy Committee’s proposal to export 300,000 tonnes of CPO by March […]
Thailand throws open LNG imports to private sector
BANGKOK — Thailand has decided to open up imports of liquefied natural gas to the private sector, prompted by high electricity bills and diminished domestic natural gas reserves. State-owned energy giant PTT has a near-monopoly on Thailand’s supply of natural gas used to generate power. The company procures most of the LNG through long-term contracts. But […]
Thailand develops E-buses for Bangkok bus service
The management of the Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA) followed up the development of electric buses and proposed the Bangkok Mass Transit Authority (BMTA) turn its buses into electric ones.
Informa Markets organises renewable energy & electric vehicle technology exhibition in collaboration with government-private sectors; showcasing latest innovations and technologies
Informa Markets organises renewable energy & electric vehicle technology exhibition in collaboration with government-private sectors; showcasing latest innovations and technologies with seminars; working toward a cleaner and safer ‘new normal’ environment starting 23 September 2020.
The complexities of Thailand’s energy landscape
Thailand’s Power Development Plan (PDP) is the nation’s roadmap for power generation, distribution and consumption. The PDP was updated in 2018 – with final approvals of the updates given in 2019. Feeding into and supporting the PDP are subsidiary plans such as the Energy Efficiency Development Plan (EEDP), Smart Grid Plan (SGP), Alternative Energy Development Plan […]
Renewable push falls short of dethroning gas in Thailand
LNG imports are still projected to more than double in capacity. Gas is expected to remain a key power source in Thailand, with its share in the power mix tipped to decline from 65% in 2019 to only 60% by 2029, amidst challenges impeding the speedy buildup of alternative sources, according to a report from […]
B.Grimm Initiates Largest Hybrid Power Project In Thailand
Signing Ceremony of the Ratchaphatsadu Land Lease Agreement for Electricity Generation and Chilled Water Supply in Development of U-Tapao International Airport and Eastern Airport City Project was recently held. Sontirat Sontijirawong, Energy Minister of the Kingdom of Thailand presided over the Signing Ceremony between B.Grimm Power Public Company Limited, the Royal Thai Navy and the Eastern […]
