Overview
Korat 7 Solar Power Plant is a 6.1 MW operational solar PV facility in Thailand, owned by Solar Power (Korat 7) Company Limited. It contributes to the country's renewable energy capacity under the national feed-in tariff scheme.
Korat 7 Solar Power Plant is a solar photovoltaic facility located in Thailand, with an installed capacity of 6.1 megawatts. The plant is owned by Solar Power (Korat 7) Company Limited and is currently operational, adding to Thailand's growing portfolio of solar energy projects. The facility operates under Thailand's renewable energy regulatory framework, which includes feed-in tariffs and the Alternative Energy Development Plan (AEDP) targeting a 30% share of renewable energy in total consumption by 2037. As a medium-scale solar PV plant, Korat 7 benefits from the country's supportive policies for solar power development. The plant contributes to Thailand's energy transition by generating clean electricity, reducing reliance on fossil fuels, and supporting grid stability. Its location in the northeastern region aligns with the national strategy to decentralize power generation and promote renewable energy in rural areas.
Environmental context
Solar PV plants like Korat 7 require significant land area for panel installation, which can impact local land use and ecosystems. In Thailand, solar farms are often developed on agricultural land or degraded areas, balancing energy production with environmental considerations. The plant's operation avoids greenhouse gas emissions, supporting Thailand's climate goals under the Paris Agreement.
Frequently asked questions
Korat 7 Solar Power Plant is located in Thailand, with coordinates approximately 15.1082 N, 101.8871 E, in the northeastern region of the country.
The plant has an installed capacity of 6.1 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale solar photovoltaic facility.
The plant is owned by Solar Power (Korat 7) Company Limited, a Thai company specializing in solar energy projects.
Thailand promotes solar power through feed-in tariffs and the Alternative Energy Development Plan (AEDP), which aims for 30% renewable energy by 2037.
By generating clean electricity, the plant helps reduce fossil fuel dependence and supports Thailand's target to increase renewable energy share under the AEDP.