Overview
The Nakhon Ratchasima - BSP Solar Power Plant is a 1 MW operational solar PV facility in Thailand, owned by Bangkok Solar Power Company Limited. It contributes to Thailand's renewable energy capacity under the country's feed-in tariff scheme.
The Nakhon Ratchasima - BSP Solar Power Plant is a solar photovoltaic facility located in Nakhon Ratchasima province, Thailand. With a capacity of 1 MW, it is a small-scale solar installation owned by Bangkok Solar Power Company Limited (BSP). The plant is operational and feeds electricity into the local grid. Thailand has been actively promoting renewable energy through its Alternative Energy Development Plan (AEDP) and feed-in tariff programs. Solar PV is a key component of the country's strategy to increase renewable energy share to 30% by 2037. The Nakhon Ratchasima plant operates under this regulatory framework, benefiting from incentives for small power producers. The plant's location in Nakhon Ratchasima, a region with high solar irradiance, supports efficient energy generation. As a small-scale facility, it helps diversify Thailand's energy mix and reduce reliance on fossil fuels, contributing to national climate goals.
Environmental context
Solar PV plants like Nakhon Ratchasima have minimal environmental impact compared to fossil fuel plants. They require land for panel installation, which can affect local ecosystems if not sited carefully. However, small-scale installations often use existing infrastructure or low-value land. The plant supports Thailand's transition to cleaner energy, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Nakhon Ratchasima province, Thailand, at coordinates 15.619100 N, 102.563300 E.
The plant has a capacity of 1 MW, making it a small-scale solar PV installation.
The plant is owned by Bangkok Solar Power Company Limited (BSP).
Thailand promotes solar PV through its Alternative Energy Development Plan (AEDP) and feed-in tariff programs, which provide incentives for small power producers like this plant.
The plant helps diversify Thailand's energy mix, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and support the national target of 30% renewable energy by 2037.