How much solar power does Thailand have?

Solar power in Thailand is targeted to reach 6,000 MW by 2036. In 2013 installed photovoltaic capacity nearly doubled and reached 704 MW by the end of the year. At the end of 2015, with a total capacity of 2,500-2,800 MW, Thailand has more solar power capacity than all the rest of Southeast Asia combined.

How is energy used in Thailand?

Total energy supply (TES) includes all the energy produced in or imported to a country, minus that which is exported or stored. It represents all the energy required to supply end users in the country.

What fuels are used to generate electricity in Thailand?

It is evident that fossil fuels, particularly natural gas, followed by hard coal and lignite, still remain the dominant fuel for power generation, while biomass-based energy sources account for the major share within the renewable energy generation portfolio. Figure 7. Thailand’s electricity generation by fuel, 2016

Are solar panels legal in Thailand?

In March 2016, the Thai government gave approval for homes and commercial buildings to install solar panels. Each house will be permitted to generate 10 kW and each factory 40 kW. The private sector, despite Thailand's ample solar resources, previously had no right to install power-generation equipment.

Is biomass a source of electricity in Thailand?

Traditional biomass – the burning of charcoal, crop waste, and other organic matter – is not included. This can be an important source in lower-income settings. Thailand: How much of the country’s electricity comes from nuclear power? Nuclear power – alongside renewables – is a low-carbon source of electricity.

What percentage of Thailand's electricity is generated by natural gas?

Natural gas fuels approximately 60–65% of Thailand's electrical power generation. The Erawan gas field in the Gulf of Thailand supplies about 20% of Thailand's gas production. The field is estimated to have a capacity of 885 million cubic feet (c. 25 million m 3) per day.