snoop1130 Posted July 13, 2023 Share Posted July 13, 2023 BANGKOK (NNT) - The government has decided to postpone the implementation of the Net Energy Metering (NEM) scheme, which allows households with rooftop solar panels to sell excess electricity back to the utility. Instead, consumers will continue to sell their surplus electricity at a fixed rate of 2.20 baht per unit. The Energy Ministry conducted a study that identified several challenges associated with the implementation of the NEM scheme. These challenges include regulatory and legal issues, technical considerations, and potential impacts on the stability of the electricity grid. Regarding regulatory and legal aspects, the current regulations and laws do not support the offsetting of households’ excess electricity with electricity suppliers. Additionally, calculating the value-added tax for such transactions requires a tax base exemption from the Revenue Department. From a technical perspective, the fluctuating and uncertain nature of solar-generated electricity can create imbalances in the electricity grid. These imbalances may lead to damage to electrical devices and reduce overall efficiency and lifespan. If a substantial amount of solar-generated electricity flows back into the grid, adjustments and resizing of protective equipment in the electrical system may be necessary. Furthermore, control and management systems need to be implemented to ensure the quality and reliability of the entire electricity system. Given these challenges, the government has decided to put the NEM scheme on hold for now. The decision aims to address the concerns related to regulatory compliance, technical feasibility, and grid stability. It also reflects the government’s commitment to finding the most effective and sustainable ways to promote renewable energy use at the consumer level. The administration will further evaluate the challenges and explore potential solutions to address the regulatory, legal, and technical issues associated with implementing a robust and efficient NEM scheme. The ultimate aim is to encourage the use of renewable energy sources and promote the conservation of non-renewable energy for a sustainable future. By Krajangwit Johjit Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230713153717360 -- © Copyright NNT 2023-07-13 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. 1 3 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post BritManToo Posted July 13, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted July 13, 2023 Why are the outgoing government still making decisions 3 months after being voted put? 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post BenStark Posted July 13, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted July 13, 2023 1 minute ago, BritManToo said: Why are the outgoing government still making decisions 3 months after being voted put? Could be because they know they will be here for a much longer time 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
h90 Posted July 13, 2023 Share Posted July 13, 2023 16 minutes ago, BritManToo said: Why are the outgoing government still making decisions 3 months after being voted put? because the vote for voting them out is today not 3 month ago Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
connda Posted July 13, 2023 Share Posted July 13, 2023 (edited) 1 hour ago, BritManToo said: Why are the outgoing government still making decisions 3 months after being voted put? Ad-infinitum. In with the New Boss; Same as the Old Boss. Edited July 13, 2023 by connda 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rwill Posted July 13, 2023 Share Posted July 13, 2023 My new home I plan on putting in a fairly large solar system and not worry about selling it back. Hopefully just have the grid as a back up. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
herfiehandbag Posted July 13, 2023 Share Posted July 13, 2023 13 hours ago, BritManToo said: Why are the outgoing government still making decisions 3 months after being voted put? Because they have every intention of still being in place in the year to come. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Skipalongcassidy Posted July 13, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted July 13, 2023 "The Energy Ministry conducted a study that identified several challenges associated with the implementation of the NEM scheme." Rather than re-invent the wheel why not learn from other countries that have successfully implemented home solar grid building... there are many to choose from. Could it be that there is not enough individual "profit" for the government to do something beneficial for its people, the country, and to reduce carbon imprint. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BenStark Posted July 14, 2023 Share Posted July 14, 2023 15 hours ago, h90 said: because the vote for voting them out is today not 3 month ago Nope, they were voted out in May, but they are sore losers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
h90 Posted July 14, 2023 Share Posted July 14, 2023 23 minutes ago, BenStark said: Nope, they were voted out in May, but they are sore losers no government vote was yesterday....the government is voted by the parliament not the people. People vote parties 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BenStark Posted July 14, 2023 Share Posted July 14, 2023 5 minutes ago, h90 said: no government vote was yesterday....the government is voted by the parliament not the people. People vote parties And a government coalition consists out of one or multiple parties Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
h90 Posted July 14, 2023 Share Posted July 14, 2023 22 minutes ago, BenStark said: And a government coalition consists out of one or multiple parties yes and there will be a government built by some coalition...yesterday was just the first day.....There are many variants possible and equally democratic 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zapitapi Posted July 14, 2023 Share Posted July 14, 2023 7 hours ago, BenStark said: And a government coalition consists out of one or multiple parties nope..thats only a part of "the government" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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