4 FAQs about Thailand s 200MW grid-parity power station energy storage

Are there grid-scale energy storage projects in Thailand?

There are currently few grid-scale energy storage projects in Thailand, although the situation is likely to change. In furtherance of its commitments under the Paris Agreement, the Thai government has enacted policies which envisage renewable energy accounting for the majority of grid capacity and output by 2040.

Does Thailand need a battery energy storage system?

Thailand may lack the Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) necessary to navigate supply and demand challenges. The 2024 PDP draft included 10,000 MW of BESS, but this may see the country struggle to fulfil carbon neutrality and Net Zero commitments over the coming decades.

Should flexible assets be included in Thailand's power system?

Implementing frameworks for the participation of flexible assets in Thailand's power system can help the country leverage economical dispatchable generation sources. It can also ease curtailment challenges and enhance grid flexibility for the integration of variable renewable energy sources.

Does Thailand allow behind-the-grid technology?

Regulations in Thailand already permit behind-the-grid technologies such as rooftop solar and storage to be deployed, subject to the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC)'s licensing regime.

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