Bangkok Post
New data centre rules seek to ease investment fears
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The government's upcoming measures to screen data centre investment projects in Thailand are designed to safeguard electricity security without derailing the country's ambition to attract foreign capital into this fast-growing industry, says an energy official who requested anonymity.
Key facts
- The government's upcoming measures to screen data centre investment projects in Thailand are designed to safeguard electricity security without derailing the country's ambition to attract foreign capital into this fast-growing industry,
- He insisted the framework would balance national energy needs with investor confidence.
- The timing also aligns with the completion of Thailand's 2026 power development plan, expected by the end of the third quarter, ensuring consistency in energy policy.
- According to media reports, investors must place a guarantee of 4.5 million baht per megawatt to prevent hoarding electricity capacity and to demonstrate genuine investment intent.
Summary
He insisted the framework would balance national energy needs with investor confidence.
The official said the measures are expected to take effect in the fourth quarter of this year, though the exact timing will be determined by the Energy Policy Administration Committee.