ERC to study renewable power cost review to help lower electricity bills
MONDAY, JULY 13, 2026
The Energy Regulatory Commission is preparing to study the cost structure of 593 renewable-energy power purchase contracts, aiming to align tariffs with falling production costs and reduce long-term electricity burdens.
New energy minister’s first big move: cut fuel costs, freeze power bills
THURSDAY, APRIL 02, 2026
Energy Minister Akanat Promphan plans urgent oil and power measures, including a refinery margin cap and efforts to hold electricity bills at Bt3.88 a unit
Energy regulator weighs 3 options for May-August electricity bills
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25, 2026
Energy Regulatory Commission has proposed three electricity tariff options for May-August 2026, with rates ranging from Bt3.95 to Bt4.59 a unit amid rising gas costs
Thai Parliament's Utility Bills Ignite Row Over Public Spending
THURSDAY, JUNE 12, 2025
Despite being out of session, Thailand's Parliament is facing intense criticism after figures revealed water consumption of over 5.6 million baht in six months, with electricity bills consistently hitting 12-14 million baht monthly, sparking calls for greater accountability.
NEPC sets electricity price cap at 3.99 baht per unit until end of 2025
TUESDAY, MAY 06, 2025
The National Energy Policy Council (NEPC) has approved the electricity tariff for the September-December 2025 period, capping the rate at 3.99 baht per unit.
ERC freezes electricity rate at 4.15 baht/unit for May–August 2025
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 26, 2025
The electricity price will remain at 4.15 baht per unit for the billing cycle from May to August 2025, the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) announced on Wednesday.