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FTI Proposes PDP2026 Energy Strategy to Stabilize Electricity Costs
The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) has submitted five key proposals for the PDP2026 energy plan, focusing on domestic gas utilization and sustainable industrial energy access.
On September 11, 2026, the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) announced a set of five proposals for the upcoming Power Development Plan (PDP2026). According to Prachachat Business, the FTI aims to restructure Thailand's energy framework to balance security, cost-efficiency, and sustainability.
Key elements of the proposal include increasing the utilization of domestic natural gas and biomass to reduce reliance on imported Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG), which is intended to help stabilize electricity costs. The FTI is also advocating for improved industrial access to clean energy through mechanisms such as Direct Power Purchase Agreements (Direct PPA) and Third-Party Access (TPA). Furthermore, the proposal introduces the 'Causer Pays' principle, suggesting that new high-demand energy users, such as data centers, should be responsible for the costs associated with their specific energy requirements.
For residents and business owners in Thailand, these proposals are significant as they could influence future electricity pricing and the availability of clean energy options for industrial operations. While these suggestions aim to create a more resilient energy sector, it remains to be confirmed which of these five points will be formally adopted by the government in the final PDP2026 policy. Stakeholders are currently awaiting further official updates regarding the implementation of these energy strategies.
