Overview
Lopburi - SAAM 1 Solar Power Plant is a 2 MW solar PV facility in Lopburi Province, Thailand. It is owned by SAAM Solar Power One Company Limited and is currently operational.
Lopburi - SAAM 1 Solar Power Plant is a solar photovoltaic facility located in Lopburi Province, Thailand. With a capacity of 2 MW, it represents a small-scale solar installation contributing to Thailand's renewable energy mix. The plant is owned by SAAM Solar Power One Company Limited and is currently operational. Thailand has set ambitious renewable energy targets under its Alternative Energy Development Plan (AEDP), aiming for 30% renewable energy by 2037. Solar PV plays a key role in this strategy, supported by feed-in tariffs and net metering schemes. The Lopburi - SAAM 1 plant operates within this regulatory framework, benefiting from policies that encourage distributed solar generation. The plant's location in Lopburi Province, known for its agricultural landscape and high solar irradiation, makes it suitable for solar energy production. As a small-scale facility, it contributes to local energy needs and grid stability. The operational status indicates ongoing generation, supporting Thailand's transition to cleaner energy sources.
Environmental context
Solar PV plants like Lopburi - SAAM 1 have minimal environmental impact compared to fossil fuel plants. They require land for panel installation, which can affect local land use, but in agricultural areas, dual-use (agrivoltaics) can mitigate this. Solar energy produces no emissions during operation, contributing to reduced greenhouse gas emissions. Grid integration of variable solar power requires careful management to maintain stability.
Frequently asked questions
Lopburi - SAAM 1 Solar Power Plant is located in Lopburi Province, Thailand, at coordinates 14.901700 N, 100.978800 E.
The plant has a capacity of 2 MW, making it a small-scale solar photovoltaic facility.
The plant is owned by SAAM Solar Power One Company Limited.
Thailand's Alternative Energy Development Plan (AEDP) targets 30% renewable energy by 2037, supported by feed-in tariffs and net metering schemes for solar PV.
Solar PV plants have low emissions during operation but require land use. They contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and can be integrated with agriculture.