Bangkok Photovoltaic Energy Storage Project

Why is energy storage important in Thailand?

Recognizing the significance of energy storage in addressing intermittency and volatility, the country has included energy storage in its energy policies. Sungrow, a leading solar inverter, and energy storage system supplier, is at the forefront of Thailand’s solar-plus-storage revolution.

Why should you invest in a solar-plus-storage system?

This energy storage system ensures exceptional safety, durability, and maximized return on investment for customers. It has already been successfully deployed in the largest solar-plus-storage project in Southeast Asia, the Super Energy SPP Hybrid project in the Sa Kaeo province, boasting a capacity of 49.01 MW PV and 136.24 MWh energy storage.

How much is fit for solar in Thailand?

In an unexpected move, the government of Thailand has introduced a feed-in-tariff (FIT) of THB 2,1679 ($0.057)/kWh over 25 years for solar and a 25-year FIT of THB 2,8331/kWh for solar plus storage.

Who can apply for a solar project in Thailand?

To apply, solar producers must be 51% Thai-owned, which “really limits participation to already established (mainly Thai) players or high-risk takers with flexibility in the legal structuring,” according to Sticher. Applications will be prescreened according to readiness of land, technology, funding, and project planning.

When will a new electricity project start in Thailand?

This project is planned to start in April 2022, and will be commercial in December. By then, it can provide clean electricity for Thai people with constant power, help improve the overall stability and security of Thai power grid, and quicken Thai’s step to realize the National 4.0 Strategy.

Why should you invest in a PCs enclosure in Thailand?

The battery cabinet and PCS enclosure also adopt high levels of protection, enabling the system to maintain an efficient yield without derating in Thailand’s hot and wet environment.