The Thai government plans to roll out a new bill to promote the adoption of rooftop solar systems among households. By simplifying procedures and reducing costs, the bill aims to increase public willingness to install rooftop solar. However, some industry stakeholders have raised concerns that the new law may grant excessive authority to the Minister of Energy.
According to the Energy Ministry, the proposed legislation includes five major reforms:
- Switching from Permits to Notifications: The current permit requirement will be replaced with a notification-based approach to accelerate installation. Government agencies will have no authority to retroactively revoke previously granted approvals.
- Offering Tax Incentives and Low-Interest Loans: The bill includes financial support measures such as tax benefits and accessible financing options to encourage participation.
- Establishing a One-Stop Service Center: A centralized hub will be created to provide consultation and support services for both public agencies and private businesses.
- Introducing National Safety and Installation Standards: A unified safety code will be introduced to ensure the quality and reliability of installations across the country.
- Legislating at the Central Administrative Level: The law will be enacted at the national level to ensure that every citizen has the right to generate and use clean energy at home.