Overview
Had Siao is an 8 MW operational solar PV facility in Thailand. The plant contributes to the country's renewable energy capacity under the Alternative Energy Development Plan (AEDP).
Had Siao is a solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant located in Thailand, with an installed capacity of 8 megawatts (MW). The facility is operational and plays a role in Thailand's growing solar energy sector, which is supported by national renewable energy targets. The plant operates under Thailand's regulatory framework, including the Alternative Energy Development Plan (AEDP) which aims to increase renewable energy share. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity, and this facility contributes to grid-connected power generation. The 8 MW scale places it as a small to medium-sized solar installation in the Thai market. Environmentally, solar PV plants like Had Siao produce electricity with zero emissions during operation, supporting Thailand's goals for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The facility's location in a region with high solar irradiance ensures efficient energy production, and its operation helps diversify the country's energy mix.
Environmental context
Thailand's solar PV plants benefit from high solar irradiance, but land use for large-scale installations can impact local ecosystems. The Had Siao facility, at 8 MW, has a relatively small footprint, minimizing visual and land-use impacts. Solar energy contributes to reducing air pollution and carbon emissions compared to fossil fuel generation.
Frequently asked questions
Had Siao is located in Thailand at coordinates 17.509000 N, 99.795000 E.
Had Siao has an installed capacity of 8 megawatts (MW), making it a small to medium-scale solar PV facility.
Yes, Had Siao is currently operational and generating electricity from solar energy.
Thailand's Alternative Energy Development Plan (AEDP) sets targets for renewable energy, including solar PV, with feed-in tariffs and incentives to promote deployment.
Solar PV generates electricity without greenhouse gas emissions during operation, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and contributing to cleaner air and climate goals.