Government Puts Household “Net Energy Metering” Plan on Hold

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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

 

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[BritManToo]

Why are the outgoing government still making decisions 3 months after being voted put? 

[BenStark]

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

[h90]

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

[connda]

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

[rwill]

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.

[herfiehandbag]

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. 

[Skipalongcassidy]

"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.

[BenStark]

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

[h90]

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

[BenStark]

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

[h90]

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

[Zapitapi]

7 hours ago, BenStark said:

And a government coalition consists out of one or multiple parties

nope..thats only a part of "the government"