How much does wind energy cost in Thailand?

According to a research study by King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi, the cost of wind energy production in Thailand ranges from about 2-6 baht/kWh, but in some unsuitable areas the cost can be as high as 11 baht/kWh.

Where in Thailand can you get wind power?

For offshore wind, there are some areas with high wind speeds in Bandon Bay in Surat Thani Province, Pattani Gulf in Songkhla, and Pattani Province, and Songkhla Lake (actually a lagoon) in Songkhla Province. As of the end of 2014, Thailand’s wind power capacity stood at 224.5 MW, generating 305 GWh of energy throughout the year.

What is Thailand's wind power capacity?

As of the end of 2014, Thailand’s wind power capacity stood at 224.5 MW, generating 305 GWh of energy throughout the year. This ranks Thailand 46th in the world by wind power capacity. The spikes in increase in capacity in 2012 and 2013 were caused by the construction of “First Korat Wind” wind farm and “K.R.

What is the average wind speed in Thailand?

Thailand has relatively low average wind speeds with most areas being of class 1-1.4 wind speed, or about 2.8–4 m/s measured at 10 m. This is because Thailand is near the equator which has generally low wind speed.

What is Thailand's first private wind turbine?

Later in the same year, the Recycle Engineering Company Limited installed one 150 kW wind turbine at its facility at Ko Chang District in Chonburi Province, becoming Thailand’s first private wind turbine.

How much does electricity cost in Thailand?

When compared to the cost of production in Denmark at about 45 øre (about 2.36 baht) /kWh, Thailand’s cost is relatively higher. But with PEA buying electricity with FiT system at the typical rate of about six baht/kWh, production by very small power producers (VSPP) is possible.