NRC: Thailand to be Solar Roof and Electric Vehicle Center for ASEAN

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NRC: Thailand to be Solar Roof and Electric Vehicle Center for ASEAN

BANGKOK, 10 June 2015 (NNT) - Thailand has now set itself the goal of becoming the solar roof and electric vehicle hub of ASEAN over a 10-year time frame, according to the National Reform Council of Thailand (NRC).

The NRC's urgent proposal enabling a "Non-barrier Solar Roof Installation Promotion" and " Electric Vehicles Promotion" was sent to the cabinet earlier this year. Now with the approval of cabinet, Thailand is pursuing its preferred role as a manufacturing center for its own domestic benefit.

The Non-barrier Solar Roof Installation Scheme recommends that households and buildings install solar cell panels on their roofs to provide for their own power consumption, and for the sale of the excess power generated. The scheme is expected to eliminate the government's monopoly on electricity generation, to offer an opportunity to the private sector and to the people in general to be both power producers and consumers, while eradicating the present barriers, resulting from long standing government regulation of electricity production.

" This Scheme will change the history of electricity in Thailand and change a government monopoly on electricity. Electricity manufacturing will open freely, without government concessions and quotas. The first five year goal is to see solar panels installed in at least 100,000 households" said Alongkorn Polabutr, NRC Committee and Chairman of the Subcommittee on Alternative Energy, Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation Reform.

According to Jane Namchaisiri, the spokesman of the NRC on Energy Reform and Secretary-General of the Subcommittee on Alternative Energy, Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation Reform, a solar roof will reduce the heat on the roof, meaning less demand on the building's air-conditioners.

The scheme is expected to be incorporated in housing estates in the early stages of construction.

Meanwhile, an "Electric Vehicles Promotion Scheme" has also won approval, and is aimed at promoting wide utilization of battery-driven electric vehicles (BEVs) in the future, including vehicle production by Thai manufacturers, research and development of vehicle components as well as promoting the financial support of the government and the private sector in manufacturing development. It is intended that the initiative results in Thailand becoming the ASEAN BEV hub.

According to Jane, there are currently 17 private companies producing electric vehicles; companies which are still facing budget and regulatory constraints that are expected to be voided with the introduction of the scheme.

Moreover, a seminar on the " Thai Future as a Non-barrier Solar Roof and the Electric Vehicle Hub of ASEAN" is being held on 12th June at the Royal Thai Army Club to publicize the two schemes among the people, as well as to hear opinions from the public and all related sectors.


-- NNT 2015-06-10

[thequietman]

Hub, hubbidy, hub, hub...............hub,hub.

[MESmith]

Should've been done years ago

[halloween]

As long as it is priced appropriately, good idea. In many countries, solar energy has been purchased at a premium simply because it is solar, as an incentive to install and a sop to the green lobby. Because of the premium paid AND the expense of remedial measures to cover the problems of an uncontrolled input, unit energy prices have risen for all consumers.

[chainarong]

The West started solar in the eighties ,so to become a centre for solar power is wishful thinking , those panels are not cheap and if all indications run true to form in Thailand , only a few will benefit and don't get caught up in the Government rebate trap, as that can be removed or altered at the flick of an eye, I am especially pleased that we have now gone from HUB to Centre , I think that has a superior ring to it.

[Robby nz]

As well as households they should be targeting the huge roof areas of industrial and storage facilities with a view to making them self sufficient.

How about incorporating solar roof panels into the plans of new airport buildings we hear they are going to put up ?

[tbthailand]

I am 100% in favor of renewable energy yet I find myself asking why is it that this is coming from the NRC?

[BMF1960]

I am so tired of reading stories that begin with "Thailand to be....". How about ending stories with "Thailand is..." I am guessing there are far fewer stories that end in the latter.

[torpedo1970]

Yes, it has been a long time since someone have spoken about hubs.....

so well done, here we go again

[clockman]

Like most things in Thailand, just dreaming!

[ratcatcher]

I am so tired of reading stories that begin with "Thailand to be....". How about ending stories with "Thailand is..." I am guessing there are far fewer stories that end in the latter.

Thailand is the most popular holiday destination in the whole wide world.

Thailand has an efficient High Speed train service to all major cities.

Thailand has a Formula 1 circuit and a Thai drives for the Ferrari team. (Not Red Bull)

Thailand has a fleet of submarines, and new helicopters for its only aircraft carrier..

Are we getting better?

[OttoPollmann]

According to Jane Namchaisiri, the spokesman of the NRC on Energy Reform and Secretary-General of the Subcommittee on Alternative Energy, Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation Reform, a solar roof will reduce the heat on the roof, meaning less demand on the building's air-conditioners.

This so called spokesman has enquired some experts, or he just put the rabbit out of the hat?

I've worked for MEA at Bangkok to build some of their Power-Grid Stations and I can tell you before starting with step #3 you've to improve step #1 the Power-Grid and then step #2 your backup logistic to cover the energy fluctuation.

It is barely to manage for Germany and his neighbouring countries to stabilize those fluctuations if all the solar- and wind energy is put in the Grid.

How Thailand will manage this? They are not able to provide a stable Grid.

[Somtamnication]

There is so much hot air in Thailand, so why not be a hub for everything else?

[MaiChai]

Thailand the hub of hot air?

Thailand has a long way to go before before its cities are as clean as European ones...

Which is why these kind of statements are ridiculous.

[BSJ]

When will the new rules take effect?

I priced solar panels here in LOS and just about fell over backwards when told the price. They are 40 to 70% dearer than Australia!

[selftaopath]

Should've been done years ago

I TOTALLY agree. And yet it's still TALK. Wouldn't it be grand if they showed us something.... always with the lofty future plans.

LOL Thai's are not noted for FOLLOW UP/ through or CONSISTENCY. But..... hey sounds great..... all can smile now.

[selftaopath]

According to Jane Namchaisiri, the spokesman of the NRC on Energy Reform and Secretary-General of the Subcommittee on Alternative Energy, Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation Reform, a solar roof will reduce the heat on the roof, meaning less demand on the building's air-conditioners.

This so called spokesman has enquired some experts, or he just put the rabbit out of the hat?

I've worked for MEA at Bangkok to build some of their Power-Grid Stations and I can tell you before starting with step #3 you've to improve step #1 the Power-Grid and then step #2 your backup logistic to cover the energy fluctuation.

It is barely to manage for Germany and his neighbouring countries to stabilize those fluctuations if all the solar- and wind energy is put in the Grid.

How Thailand will manage this? They are not able to provide a stable Grid.

Ain't that the truth. lol hell power goes out in this village almost daily. Oh and if there is wind/clouds/rain/thunder FORGET it.... one can "bank on" it going out. Oh and some days when it sunny with blue skies.

[ExPratt]

So if it Rains the whole country trips out

Edited June 11, 2015 by ExPratt

[ExPratt]

Funnily enough parts of Naklua were without Electric last night from about 6ish Including where we were staying. So I suggested me and the Missus go out, she doesn't drink , only 1 Malibu and pineapple and shes slaughtered. We went to the Drum and Monkey (I know how to treat Em) and was chucking down bottles of Singha as I knew the Missus wouldn't want to sit there for long. About 8ish she wanted to go back. Got back place was still in darkness , back down the Drum , the Owner called us at 10ish and said electric was back on. Thats the first and probably last time a power cut turned into a result. We had a good laugh actually , first time we've been out on our own for a long time

[jerojero]

Another hub dream. Keep the propaganda flowing... In 10 years we'll be this or have done that. Why is unsubstantiated future blather always reported as news? Any Official opening their mouth becomes newsworthy. BS media.

Edited June 11, 2015 by jerojero

[jadee]

If Thailand becomes the hub of anything, it will be in spite of the NRC, not because of it. I watched a YouTube video of Elon Musk giving a presentation about Tesla's new home batteries. Starting for around $3,500, these wall-mounted batteries are going into production, potentially enabling homeowners to store their own energy. If these are ever sold in Thailand, they'll probably be slapped with a huge import tax.

[halloween]

According to Jane Namchaisiri, the spokesman of the NRC on Energy Reform and Secretary-General of the Subcommittee on Alternative Energy, Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation Reform, a solar roof will reduce the heat on the roof, meaning less demand on the building's air-conditioners.

This so called spokesman has enquired some experts, or he just put the rabbit out of the hat?

I've worked for MEA at Bangkok to build some of their Power-Grid Stations and I can tell you before starting with step #3 you've to improve step #1 the Power-Grid and then step #2 your backup logistic to cover the energy fluctuation.

It is barely to manage for Germany and his neighbouring countries to stabilize those fluctuations if all the solar- and wind energy is put in the Grid.

How Thailand will manage this? They are not able to provide a stable Grid.

When speaking to Thais pronounce "fluctuations" very clearly.

[selftaopath]

If Thailand becomes the hub of anything, it will be in spite of the NRC, not because of it. I watched a YouTube video of Elon Musk giving a presentation about Tesla's new home batteries. Starting for around $3,500, these wall-mounted batteries are going into production, potentially enabling homeowners to store their own energy. If these are ever sold in Thailand, they'll probably be slapped with a huge import tax.

Yea ..... even if they're made here. That's the Thai way I believe.

[mmh8]

 

Hub, hubbidy, hub, hub...............hub,hub.

 

I like the repackaging as well centre, hmmm lets not be the hub this time

[mmh8]

 

I am so tired of reading stories that begin with "Thailand to be....". How about ending stories with "Thailand is..." I am guessing there are far fewer stories that end in the latter.

 

Thailand may not be, but PTT and EGAT certainly ( or at least the various subsidies) are

[ExPratt]

I am so tired of reading stories that begin with "Thailand to be....". How about ending stories with "Thailand is..." I am guessing there are far fewer stories that end in the latter.

I believe its just Chaff , released on a daily basis to stop people discussing the real issues or allowing them to be discussed in depth. a couple of sensationalist headlines a week gets the proles attention

[DrTuner]

Why not install solar panels on the roofs of the electric cars. Since most are standing still in the parking lot called BKK, the hawkers selling somtampuuplaraa could simply plug into the nearest sweat box stuck in the traffic.

[sangtip2]

The NRC's urgent proposal enabling a "Non-barrier Solar Roof Installation Promotion" and " Electric Vehicles Promotion" was sent to the cabinet earlier this year. Now with the approval of cabinet, Thailand is pursuing its preferred role as a manufacturing center for its own domestic benefit.

So does this mean that I can start installing solar panels or do I have to get a license, purchase approved grid tie invertors, and who knows what else before I can operate a solar system.

[halloween]

The NRC's urgent proposal enabling a "Non-barrier Solar Roof Installation Promotion" and " Electric Vehicles Promotion" was sent to the cabinet earlier this year. Now with the approval of cabinet, Thailand is pursuing its preferred role as a manufacturing center for its own domestic benefit.

So does this mean that I can start installing solar panels or do I have to get a license, purchase approved grid tie invertors, and who knows what else before I can operate a solar system.

Well I certainly wouldn't buy an unapproved inverter. There have been cases in Oz with approved inverters burning out, and the house with it.

BTW IIRC electronic inverters give out a rectangular wave form rather than sinusoidal, although it can be represented as a main sinusoidal plus harmonics.Harmonics can cause extra heating and other problems, but shouldn't have much effect on any electronic gear which rectifies back to DC.

If anybody with more electronics knowledge can clarify that, please do.

[ableguy]

Hubs and crackdowns, amazing Thailand.