Promises to lower energy bills may prove difficult to keep, two senior energy sector officials said.
To lower monthly electricity bills by at least 150 baht per household, Move Forward promised to help families install solar panels on their roofs, cut electricity bills and change contracts with major energy producers.
Sakarin Tangkawachirano, chief power analyst at Ratch Group, said Move Forward should examine the details of each contract to determine what can and cannot be done.
He noted that postponing investment in current contracts could pose risks to Thailand's energy security. For example, delaying investment in the construction of a power plant can lead to fluctuations in the cost of electricity and production capacity.
He added that the immediate cancellation of contracts could be difficult, as many countries have experienced difficulties in this matter. His opinion is that the "Move Forward" policy to promote the use of solar energy will be difficult, as it depends on weather conditions.
Meanwhile, Energy Absolute's CEO, Somfot Akhunay, said the new government should immediately deal with power plant contracts.
“We have a solution to this problem, but the previous government did not listen to us,” he said, adding that the government should develop policies to promote the use of clean energy at an affordable price.
