Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand

  • Business NewsThailand plans 14 new floating solar farms to boost renewable energy

    Thailand plans 14 new floating solar farms to boost renewable energy

    The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) is pushing forward with the development of 14 new floating solar farm projects as part of its strategic efforts to increase renewable energy production. These projects, with a combined capacity of 2,656 megawatts, are set to be constructed on the reservoirs of seven hydroelectric dams under the latest national power development plan (PDP) for…

  • Business NewsEGAT to add 110 EV charging outlets in Thailand this year

    EGAT to add 110 EV charging outlets in Thailand this year

    The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) is intensifying its electric vehicle (EV) solution services, notably by expanding charging outlets, to capitalise on the burgeoning EV market and support Thailand’s carbon reduction goals. EGAT’s expansion follows its pilot-scale operations in collaboration with state agencies and building owners. With 50 years of expertise in electricity supply and transmission system development, EGAT…

  • Thailand NewsThai electricity tariff to remain at 4.18 baht per unit

    Thai electricity tariff to remain at 4.18 baht per unit

    The Thai Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) decided to maintain the electricity tariff at 4.18 baht per unit for the billing period from September to December this year. For consumers using no more than 300 units per month, the tariff remains at 3.99 baht per unit. Poonpat Leesombatpaiboon, Secretary-General of the ERC, revealed on July 1 that the commission resolved to…

  • Thailand NewsShocking surge: Thai electricity tariffs set to spark debate

    Shocking surge: Thai electricity tariffs set to spark debate

    The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) announced a public consultation from today, July 12, until July 26 to discuss the final electricity tariff adjustment of the year. The proposed adjustments could see electricity bills rise from September to December this year, with costs potentially increasing from 4.18 baht per unit to between 4.65 and 6.01 baht per unit. The Secretary-General and…

  • Business NewsPTT assures adequate LNG reserves to beat heat in Thailand

    PTT assures adequate LNG reserves to beat heat in Thailand

    With summer temperatures expected to soar, PTT Plc, Thailand’s national oil and gas conglomerate, has assured that its liquefied natural gas (LNG) reserves are up to the task of meeting the country’s increased electricity demand. In Thailand, 60% of the fuel used for electricity generation is gas. As a result, PTT is prepared, with gas reserves of 6 billion cubic…