Thailand’s technology hub ambitions face energy and power cost pressures
Thailand’s technology hub ambitions face energy and power cost pressures
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Publish Date: 2026-03-22 03:14:00
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In addition, the BOI is focusing on promoting industries linked to the technology ecosystem, such as:
Energy Storage: energy storage systems for electricity security
Electronics & Power Electronics: advanced electronic components used across a wide range of industries
EVs and the mission towards net zero
Thailand is moving decisively towards becoming the region’s EV hub.
Government support measures have driven domestic electric vehicle registrations up severalfold, in line with the global trend towards green business.
Thailand has also set clear targets to achieve carbon neutrality and net-zero greenhouse gas emissions.
In addition, the BOI has measures to help existing businesses transform by offering financial and tax incentives to those making additional investments to save energy, use renewable energy, or reduce environmental impact, including improvements to production processes aimed at cutting greenhouse gas emissions.
Managing risk factors: the Middle East crisis and energy costs
Although the overall investment picture remains bright, there are still factors that need close monitoring, especially the unrest in the Middle East.
While it has not yet directly affected investment decisions, it has begun to affect energy costs and electricity prices.
