Thailand Launches First Utility Green Tariff
Thailand has introduced its first Utility Green Tariff (UGT), setting a renewable energy rate of 4.21 baht per kilowatt-hour (unit), slightly higher than the standard power tariff of 4.15...
Efforts Intensify to Protect Dugongs Amid Crisis
Urgent measures to address the plight of Thailand's dwindling dugong population are underway, including the deployment of conservation buoys and enhanced drone surveys. Officials confirmed the presence of two...
TAT Highlights Efforts to Promote Sustainable Tourism Across Thailand
On December 3, 2024, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) recognized ten local administrative organizations for their adherence to the Sustainable Tourism Management Standard (STMS). The ceremony, held at...
Thailand Accelerates 14 Floating Solar Farm Projects to Boost Renewable Energy
The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (Egat) aims to fast-track the development of 14 floating solar farm projects with a combined capacity of 2,656 megawatts across seven of its...
Egat Plans Life Extension for Coal-Fired Power Units
The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (Egat) is set to extend the operational life of two coal-fired power units through planned refurbishments aimed at maintaining low-cost electricity production. The...
Egat to Convert Hydropower Dams into Giant “Batteries” with Bt90 Billion Investment
BANGKOK – The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (Egat) has announced plans to transform three additional hydropower dams into large-scale energy storage facilities, or “batteries,” as part of a...
