What is Thailand's primary energy supply?

Thailand’s total primary energy supply (TPES) reached 122.5 Mtoe in 2017. Oil accounted for the largest share at around 36.1%, followed by natural gas (31.2%), and coal (12.2%). ‘Others’ accounted for the remaining 20.2%. In 2017, net imports of energy accounted for 58% of TPES.

What is Thailand's energy policy?

Thailand’s energy policy focuses on reducing dependence on natural gas to enhance energy security. With the costs reduction of variable renewable energy, conventional Thai power generation starts giving way to alternative sources. The country’s energy pol

Which energy sources are used in Thailand?

In terms of fuel consumption for electricity generation in 2016, natural gas had the highest share in Thailand’s generated power of about 63.5%, followed by lignite and import coal (22.3%), renewable energy comprising all types of renewable energy and hydropower from both neighbouring countries and domestic hydropower (13.7%), and others (0.5%).

How can energy eficiency help Thailand?

Improving energy eficiency will also help Thailand (which is an oil importer) to address the challenges posed by high world oil prices (especially during the period 2011–15).

What is Thailand's final energy consumption?

Given moderate economic growth and a low population growth rate, final energy consumption is projected to grow at a slower rate of 2.8% per year between 2017 and 2050. Oil has been the dominant fuel in Thailand’s final energy consumption, accounting for 42.1 Mtoe or a 49.4% share in 2017.

How much energy does Thailand have?

In 2017, proven reserves were 0.16 billion barrels (25.4 million cubic metres) of oil and 6.4 trillion cubic feet (0.18 trillion cubic metres) of natural gas. Thailand’s total primary energy supply (TPES) reached 122.5 Mtoe in 2017. Oil accounted for the largest share at around 36.1%, followed by natural gas (31.2%), and coal (12.2%).