The Generating Authority of Thailand has announced that a 24 MW floating hydro-solar hybrid project has commenced commercial operations in the country's northeast. The installation is part of wider plans to develop 16 floating solar projects with a combined capacity of 2,725 MW.
Hydro capacity accounted for 16.3% of total power plant installations globally in 2022, according to GlobalData, with total recorded hydro capacity of 1,387GW.
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The promotion of electricity liberalization is crucial for Thailand to achieve its carbon neutrality goals and transition towards a low-carbon economy.