Overview
Khon Kaen 1 Solar Power Plant is a 6.1 MW solar PV facility in Khon Kaen, Thailand, owned by Solar Power (Khon Kaen 1) Company Limited. It contributes to Thailand's renewable energy targets under the Alternative Energy Development Plan.
Khon Kaen 1 Solar Power Plant is a solar photovoltaic facility located in Khon Kaen, Thailand. With a capacity of 6.1 MW, it is a small-scale solar installation that supports the country's growing renewable energy sector. The plant is owned by Solar Power (Khon Kaen 1) Company Limited and is currently operational. The facility operates under Thailand's Alternative Energy Development Plan (AEDP), which aims to increase the share of renewable energy in the national energy mix. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity, and this plant contributes to the local grid, helping to reduce reliance on fossil fuels. The region of Khon Kaen receives ample solar irradiation, making it suitable for solar power generation. Environmentally, the plant provides clean energy with minimal emissions, supporting Thailand's climate goals. It also helps diversify the energy supply in the northeastern region, reducing transmission losses and enhancing energy security. The facility's operation aligns with national policies to promote distributed renewable energy generation.
Environmental context
Khon Kaen province in northeastern Thailand has a tropical savanna climate with high solar irradiation, ideal for solar PV generation. The plant's operation reduces greenhouse gas emissions compared to fossil fuel-based power. Solar farms require land use, which can impact local ecosystems, but the area is predominantly agricultural, minimizing ecological disruption.
Frequently asked questions
Khon Kaen 1 Solar Power Plant is located in Khon Kaen province, Thailand, at coordinates 16.511700 N, 102.794200 E.
The plant has a capacity of 6.1 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale solar photovoltaic facility.
The plant is owned by Solar Power (Khon Kaen 1) Company Limited.
Thailand's Alternative Energy Development Plan (AEDP) targets a 30% share of renewable energy by 2037, with solar PV playing a key role. The country also offers feed-in tariffs and tax incentives for solar projects.
The plant generates clean electricity without direct emissions, reducing greenhouse gases and air pollutants. It supports Thailand's climate commitments and energy diversification.