



Over an extended period, the Ministry of Energy of Thailand has implemented
Energy Efficiency programmes targeting energy intensive industries, large build,
etc. (designated entities) for which compulsory actions are necessary. A 15-year
Renewable Energy Development Plan (REDP) was approved by the Cabinet on 28
January 2009 and among its objectives to reach the target of 20% of alternative /
renewable energy in the total energy mix in 2022, are the promotion of high
efficiency energy technologies.
The potential for Biomass/Biogas and Bioenergy
is also stimulating a number of new projects, smaller in size than the first
bio-energy projects implemented, but which could utilise more elaborate design
concepts, improving and integrating energy efficient processes.
In addition,
Climate Change concern pushes CSR as a new vector for initiating responsible
use of energy, notably in the retailing and hospitality sectors.



