Thailand urged to increase proportion of renewable power generation

The Thai Government is being urged to increase the proportion of renewable power generation to more than the target of 50% set in the power development plan (PDP).
Thailand urged to increase proportion of renewable power generation ảnh 1A floating solar farm at Sirindhorn Dam in Ubon Ratchathani. (Photo: bangkokpost.com)
Bangkok (VNA) - The Thai Government is being urged to increase theproportion of renewable power generation to more than the target of 50% set inthe power development plan (PDP).

The increase, up from 10-12% of total powersupply at present, is needed because Thailand is committed to achieving carbonneutrality by 2050, said Tanachai Bunditvorapoom, chief executive of AbsoluteClean Energy.

The country has plans to reduce carbon dioxideemissions in the power sector, but similar efforts in other sectors areunclear, so it needs to increase the target in the PDP. That means thepower sector needs to try harder to reduce carbon dioxide emissions, he said.

In 2021, Thailand declared at the 26th UNClimate Change Conference in Glasgow its commitment to seriously tackle climatechange. The country aims to reach carbon neutrality and set a net-zero targetby 2065. Regulated by the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC), a renewable powergeneration scheme was initiated.

According to Sarat Prakobchart, deputydirector-general of the Energy Policy and Planning Office, authorities areconsidering increasing the renewable power target to more than 50% to ensureThailand can significantly cut carbon dioxide emissions, but some challengesremain.

They need to consider the possibility ofhigher electricity bills, driven by costly renewable power, he said.

Thailand may lose competitiveness if the country totally supports renewable powerwithout considering its budget limitations, he added./.
VNA

See more

mbassador Anouparb Vongnorkeo, Permanent Representative of Laos to the United Nations (UN) (Photo: https://kpl.gov.la/)

Laos works closely with UNICEF to protect children’s rights

Ambassador Anouparb Vongnorkeo, Permanent Representative of Laos to the United Nations (UN) emphasised the partnership between UNICEF and the Lao government in ensuring and promoting children's rights and well-being, while mentioning challenges ahead, particularly amid climate change and global economic uncertainties.

Deputy for tourism and infrastructure development at the Ministry of Tourism Hariyanto. (Photo: ANTARA)

Indonesia boosts culinary tourism

To promote Indonesian culinary tourism, the Indonesian Ministry of Tourism is currently focusing on culinary products to ensure that tourism products can move up a class. It is also paying attention to wellness tourism, gastronomy, marine, and fashion.

A truck arrives as another departs from Laem Chabang deep-sea port in Chon Buri province. Thai exports to the US could face higher trade barriers. (Photo: Bangkok Post)

Thai exporters risk higher US tariffs: expert

Thai exports to the US that are at risk of US trade barriers include Bluetooth modules, broadband products, solar modules, power adapters, machinery and parts, auto parts, mobile camera modules, and air conditioners.

Illustrative image (Photo: Internet)

Lao, Cambodian Parties vow to tighten ties

The 15th high-level meeting between the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party (LPRP) and the Cambodian People’s Party (CPP) took place in Vientiane, Laos on February 7.

Chinese President Xi Jinping meets with Prime Minister of Thailand Paetongtarn Shinawatra, who is on an official visit to China, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on February 6, 2025. (Photo: Xinhua)

Thailand, China strengthen bilateral ties

Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn affirmed Thailand's commitment to deepening law enforcement cooperation with China and its neighbouring countries, pledging strong and decisive actions to combat cross-border crimes, including online gambling and telecom fraud.

Cambodian Senate President Samdech Techo Hun Sen begins visit to Laos. (Photo: cpp.org.kh)

Lao, Cambodian legislative bodies enhance collaboration

The two sides appreciated the strong and close collaboration between Laos and Cambodia as well as their legislative bodies, reflected through the implementation of the contents of the Memorandum of Understanding on cooperation between the two legislatures, such as all-level delegation exchanges, and experience sharing.

Chinese President Xi Jinping (right) and Brunei's Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah at their meeting in Beijing, China, on February 6, 2025. (Photo: Xinhua/VNA)

Brunei, China step up cooperation across multiple fields

Xi Jinping said China is ready to strengthen strategic connectivity with Brunei, encourage more Chinese enterprises to invest and start business in the country, and support Brunei in diversifying its economy and developing its digital economy, artificial intelligence, and new energy industries.