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Gulf acquires renewable power projects for B1.1bn
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 16/07/2025
» SET-listed Gulf Development, Thailand's largest energy company by market value, is continuing to boost its renewable power generation capacity by spending 1.1 billion baht to acquire waste-to-energy power plants and refuse-derived fuel production projects held by two companies.
Small reactors to signal new chapter
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 14/07/2025
» The government's sustained efforts to promote clean energy and high-tech investment, especially regarding data centres, may lead Thailand to embark on a new energy chapter.
Corrupt monks have lost their way
Oped, Sanitsuda Ekachai, Published on 14/07/2025
» Just as Thailand was about to celebrate Asalha Bucha Day and the start of Buddhist Lent, the nation was gripped by the biggest sex scandal ever to rock its clergy. How irony.
Nuclear proliferation cannot be bombed away
News, Published on 05/07/2025
» In 1966, the United States, the Soviet Union, the United Kingdom, France, and China not only were the only countries that possessed nuclear weapons; they also had enough wisdom to recognise the dangers posed by nuclear proliferation. Despite their many and deep political differences, they arrived at a consensus to halt the further dissemination of "nuclear weapons or other nuclear explosive devices".
Thai Airways, GreenYellow Partner on Clean Energy
Published on 20/06/2025
» Bangkok, June 18, 2025 – GreenYellow (Thailand) Co., Ltd., a global investor and operator in solar energy production (Solar PPA) and energy efficiency, has joined forces with Thai Airways Public Company Limited, Thailand's national airline. This collaboration was formalised through the signing of a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) to invest in, install, operate, and maintain a comprehensive solar power generation system, including both rooftop and carport installations, at Thai Airways’ Head Office. Under the 20-year agreement, the system will have a total installed capacity of 999.7 kilowatt-peak (kWp) and is expected to generate 1,359 megawatt-hours (MWh) of electricity annually, reducing carbon dioxide emissions by approximately 589 tonnes per year. This marks a significant step, underscoring Thai Airways’ commitment to driving environmentally friendly and sustainable operations.
Thailand's refiners adjust to clean energy
Business, Published on 13/06/2025
» Thailand's refining industry is adapting to evolving market dynamics influenced by clean fuel policies. The industry has undergone structural changes due to mergers and acquisitions that have altered refiners' long-term business strategies amid changing dynamics in both domestic and regional markets.
Thailand's cleaner grid is within reach
Oped, Rapeepat Ingkasit, Published on 11/06/2025
» Thailand is approaching a pivotal moment in shaping its energy future. The draft Power Development Plan 2024 (PDP2024) -- currently awaiting finalisation -- outlines the country's power strategy for the next two decades. But as it stands, the draft leans heavily on legacy thermal infrastructure, including continued reliance on fossil fuels.
BMTA to replace fleet with EVs
News, Published on 20/04/2025
» The Bangkok Mass Transit Authority (BMTA) will replace its natural gas-powered (NGV) buses with electric-powered (EV) air-conditioned buses, with the first batch of 500 EV buses set for delivery this year.
Marrying energy and the environment
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 07/04/2025
» The mission for Electricity Generating (Egco) Plc is simple but challenging -- reduce carbon dioxide emissions while continuing to increase revenue.
A defining moment for energy security, prosperity
Oped, Published on 28/03/2025
» From March 12-13, heads of state, ministers of finance and energy, investors, civil-society groups, and energy-industry leaders convened in Barbados for the Sustainable Energy for All (SEforAll) Forum. The conference's theme -- Sustainable Energy for Equity, Security, and Prosperity -- captured an often underappreciated reality: the clean-energy transition is vital not only to protect the planet but also to enhance economic resilience and energy security in an uncertain global setting.