Overview
Sisaket - SPP3 Solar Power Plant is an 8 MW solar PV facility in Sisaket Province, Thailand, owned by SPP Three Co Ltd. It contributes to Thailand's renewable energy capacity under the country's feed-in tariff scheme.
Sisaket - SPP3 Solar Power Plant is an operational solar photovoltaic facility located in Sisaket Province, Thailand. With a capacity of 8 MW, it is a small- to medium-scale solar installation that supports Thailand's growing renewable energy sector. The plant is owned by SPP Three Co Ltd (SPP 3) and operates as part of the country's Small Power Producer (SPP) program. 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 policies. The Sisaket - SPP3 plant benefits from these regulatory frameworks, which incentivize private investment in solar power. The facility contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and diversifying Thailand's energy mix. Located in the northeastern region, it helps meet local electricity demand and supports grid stability. Solar PV plants like this one also create jobs during construction and maintenance, fostering local economic development.
Environmental context
The Sisaket region in northeastern Thailand has a tropical savanna climate with high solar irradiation, making it suitable for solar power generation. Solar PV installations have a low environmental footprint compared to fossil fuels, but land use for large arrays can impact local ecosystems. Proper siting and vegetation management help mitigate soil erosion and preserve biodiversity.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Sisaket Province, northeastern Thailand, at coordinates 14.7882 N, 104.8137 E.
The facility has an installed capacity of 8 megawatts (MW), making it a small- to medium-scale solar PV installation.
The plant is owned by SPP Three Co Ltd (SPP 3), a company that develops small power producer projects in Thailand.
Thailand's Alternative Energy Development Plan (AEDP) targets 30% renewable energy by 2037, supported by feed-in tariffs and net metering for solar PV. The Small Power Producer (SPP) program encourages private investment in renewable energy.
Solar PV generates electricity without greenhouse gas emissions, reducing reliance on fossil fuels. It also helps diversify Thailand's energy mix and supports climate change mitigation goals.