Parliamentary Debate Over Solar Rooftop Project Costs
Democrat Party MP Juree Numkaew has raised concerns in Parliament regarding potential price discrepancies in the government's solar rooftop project.
During a parliamentary session on November 5, 2026, Democrat Party MP Juree Numkaew questioned the government regarding the management of the public solar rooftop project. Juree highlighted a specific case in Chiang Mai where a price discrepancy of 30,000 baht was reported. He noted that while the project budget is set at 140,000 baht, some operators have indicated that the work could be completed for as little as 80,000 baht, leading to allegations of potential overcharging or 'kickbacks.'
Energy Minister Eknat Prompan responded to the inquiry on behalf of the Ministry of Finance. During the exchange, a counter-argument was raised by Polphee Suwankul, who referenced previous statements from the Democrat Party's energy team suggesting that the 140,000 baht budget might actually be insufficient, with some requests made to increase the funding limit.
For residents and potential participants in government energy initiatives, this debate highlights ongoing scrutiny regarding the transparency and cost-efficiency of state-subsidized green energy programs. While the allegations of price discrepancies are currently being debated in the legislative chamber, it remains to be confirmed whether an official investigation into the project's procurement and pricing structure will be launched. Residents interested in solar installations should continue to monitor official government announcements for updates on project guidelines and approved service providers.
