Thailand Launches Initiative to Promote Low-Carbon Hotels by 2027
The Department of Alternative Energy Development and Efficiency has partnered with tourism agencies to transition 5,000 hotels toward low-carbon standards.
The Department of Alternative Energy Development and Efficiency (DEDE) has announced a new five-year collaboration (2026–2031) aimed at transforming Thailand’s hospitality sector into a low-carbon industry. According to Khaosod Online, the initiative involves a partnership with the Department of Tourism, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), the Thai Hotels Association, and the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT).
As a pilot phase, 80 hotels across 10 provinces will serve as models for energy efficiency. The long-term goal is to integrate over 5,000 hotels nationwide into the Energy Performance Indicator (EnPI) and Carbon Footprint Hotels (CF-Hotels) tracking systems. By adopting these standards, the government aims to help operators reduce energy costs while aligning with international environmental benchmarks such as the 'Number 5' hotel rating, Green Hotel, GSTC, and Good Travel Seal certifications.
For travelers and residents, this initiative signals a shift toward more sustainable accommodation options across the country. While the program focuses on operational efficiency and greenhouse gas reduction, it remains to be seen how quickly individual hotels will adopt these voluntary standards and whether this will lead to visible changes in guest services or pricing. The project is currently in its initial implementation phase, with further updates expected as the pilot program progresses.
