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Ek-Sit Urges Govt to Unlock Solar Cell Bottlenecks for Cheaper Power & RE100

Ek-Sit Urges Govt to Unlock Solar Cell Bottlenecks for Cheaper Power & RE100

Thansettakij•Economy•2d ago

Reader Briefing

Industry leader Ek-Sit proposes unlocking regulatory, pricing, and financial barriers for solar energy to boost the Thai economy and energy security.

  • •Ek-Sit, President of the Employers Confederation of Thailand, calls on the government to remove three key bottlenecks in the solar cell industry: legal complexities, pricing and market mechanisms, and financial accessibility.
  • •He advocates for streamlining permits, implementing fair net metering, and improving access to green finance and tax incentives to encourage solar adoption.
  • •Ek-Sit also highlights the potential of Solar Floating technology and urges the government to support its development for energy security and to attract foreign investment.

Overview

  • •The article discusses the need to promote widespread solar cell adoption by individuals and industries in Thailand.
  • •Ek-Sit, as President of the Employers Confederation of Thailand, proposes releasing three primary bottlenecks for solar cell implementation.
  • •The proposed solutions include implementing a "One Stop Service" for solar installations and simplifying regulations for smaller systems.
  • •Current legal processes for permits are complex and time-consuming, causing delays and uncertainty.
  • •The article highlights that fair Net Metering and liberalized transmission access are crucial for the industrial sector to trade electricity peer-to-peer, significantly reducing costs for SMEs.
  • •The initial investment (Upfront Cost) for solar panels remains a significant burden for low-income households and small SMEs, despite falling panel prices.
  • •The government is urged to consider "Green Loans" with low interest or more substantial tax measures, such as a 100-200% tax deduction for installation costs.
  • •Ek-Sit asserts that unlocking these issues will not only reduce living costs but also enhance energy security and attract foreign RE100 investment.

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Key Quotes

เอกสิทธิ์
"If we unlock 'easy-worth-accessible', we will not only help reduce living costs but also create energy security and attract foreign investment focusing on RE100."
หากเราปลดล็อกเรื่อง 'ง่าย-คุ้ม-เข้าถึงได้' เราจะไม่เพียงแต่ช่วยลดค่าครองชีพให้ประชาชน แต่เราจะสามารถงสร้างความมั่นคงทางพลังงาน (Energy Security) และดึงดูดเม็ดเงินลงทุนจากต่างชาติที่เน้นเรื่อง RE100 (พลังงานหมุนเวียน 100%) ให้ไหลเข้าสู่ประเทศไทยเพิ่มขึ้นด้วย
เอกสิทธิ์
"Solar Floating is not just power generation but the 'Infrastructure of the Future.' If the government dares to unlock and systematically support, Thailand will surely become a leader in Floating Solar in ASEAN."
Solar Floating ไม่ได้เป็นแค่การผลิตไฟ แต่เป็นโครงสร้างพื้นฐานแห่งอนาคต 'Infrastructure of the Future' หากรัฐบาลกล้าที่จะปลดล็อกและสนับสนุนอย่างเป็นระบบ ไทยจะก้าวขึ้นเป็นผู้นำด้าน Floating Solar ในภูมิภาค ASEAN ได้อย่างแน่นอน
เอกสิทธิ์
"This energy crisis is a 'test of strength' for Thai businesses. Those who adapt to clean energy faster will get a 'ticket' to the new global market valuing sustainability."
วิกฤตพลังงานครั้งนี้คือ 'บททดสอบความแกร่ง' ของภาคธุรกิจไทยครับ ใครที่ปรับตัวสู่พลังงานสะอาดได้เร็วกว่า จะได้รับ 'ตั๋วผ่านทาง' ไปสู่ตลาดโลกยุคใหม่ที่ให้ค่ากับความยั่งยืน
เอกสิทธิ์
"We are not fighting this crisis alone. Politics and business are fixing the root cause of prices, but for households, understanding and mindful adaptation will be the best vaccine."
วิกฤตครั้งนี้เราไม่ได้สู้เพียงลำพัง ภาคการเมืองและภาคเอกชนกำลังเร่งแก้ไขที่ต้นเหตุของราคา แต่ในระดับครัวเรือน การปรับตัวอย่างเข้าใจและมีสติ จะเป็นวัคซีนที่ดีที่สุด

Key Entities

Person

Ek-Sit(เอกสิทธิ์)
President of the Employers Confederation of Thailand, advocating for solar energy adoption and policy changes.

Law

RE100
A framework or commitment for companies to use 100% renewable energy.
Green Loan
A type of loan specifically for environmentally friendly projects.
PPP
Public-Private Partnership, a model for collaboration between government and private sectors on projects.
Zoning & Fast-track License
A proposed regulation to designate areas for clean energy projects and expedite licensing.
CBAMℹ️
Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism, a European Union policy to address carbon leakage.
Time of Use (TOU)
An electricity pricing scheme where rates vary depending on the time of day and demand.

Organization

ESCO
Energy Service Company, involved in reducing energy costs and consumption for clients.
EGAT(กฟผ.)ℹ️
Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand, a key player in the country's power generation.

Policy

Solar Floating Hybrid
A strategy to integrate floating solar power with other energy sources.
Local Content & Innovation
A strategy to promote domestic production of components and foster innovation in the energy sector.
BCG Model
Bio-Circular-Green Economy model, promoting sustainable economic development.

Concept

New S-Curve
Refers to new industries or growth opportunities for economic development.
The New Normalℹ️
A state of affairs that a new range of standards, attitudes, or behaviour are considered standard.
Green Supply Chain
A supply chain that minimizes environmental impact and promotes sustainability.