Thailand has suspended 4 gigawatts (GW) of gas-fired power capacity and delayed a new plant, signaling a major shift in its energy strategy amid electricity oversupply and tougher climate commitments.
In October, the National Energy Policy Council (NEPC) ordered the suspension of four power plants, including three gas-fired facilities totaling 4GW. A separate 0.6GW gas plant was also delayed.
The NEPC said the move was necessary due to excess electricity supply, with the delayed project now scheduled for commissioning in 2029. The suspended plants are expected to resume operations after that year.
The decision comes weeks before Thailand approved its updated nationally determined contribution (NDC) in November 2025. The revised climate plan commits the country to cutting net emissions 47% from 2019 levels by 2035 and reaching net zero by 2050.
