Overview
Ubon Ratchathani Solar Power Plant is a 1 MW solar PV facility in Thailand, operated by Thai Solar Energy Public Company Limited. It contributes to the country's renewable energy capacity under the national Alternative Energy Development Plan.
The Ubon Ratchathani Solar Power Plant is a solar photovoltaic facility located in Ubon Ratchathani Province, Thailand. With a capacity of 1 MW, it is a small-scale solar installation that supports Thailand's transition to renewable energy. The plant is owned and operated by Thai Solar Energy Public Company Limited (TSE), a key player in the country's solar energy sector. Thailand's renewable energy landscape is shaped by the Alternative Energy Development Plan (AEDP), which targets 30% renewable energy by 2037. Solar PV is a major component, supported by feed-in tariffs and net metering schemes. The Ubon Ratchathani plant operates under this regulatory framework, contributing to the national grid and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. Environmentally, the plant generates clean electricity with minimal emissions, helping to mitigate climate change. Solar PV installations like this one also reduce local air pollution and support energy security. The facility's location in northeastern Thailand benefits from high solar irradiance, maximizing energy generation efficiency.
Environmental context
The Ubon Ratchathani region experiences high solar irradiance, making it suitable for solar energy generation. Solar PV plants have a low environmental footprint compared to fossil fuels, but land use and visual impact are considerations. The facility contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and supports Thailand's renewable energy targets.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Ubon Ratchathani Province, Thailand, at coordinates 15.2433° N, 104.8242° E.
The facility has a capacity of 1 MW, making it a small-scale solar PV installation.
The plant is owned by Thai Solar Energy Public Company Limited (TSE), a prominent solar energy developer in Thailand.
Thailand's Alternative Energy Development Plan (AEDP) targets 30% renewable energy by 2037, with solar PV supported by feed-in tariffs and net metering.
The plant generates clean electricity, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and local air pollution compared to fossil fuel-based power generation.