The university has become the first higher-level education institution to embrace solar energy. The decision will ease -- but not end -- more than a decade of wrangling between energy authorities and supporters of renewable energy. The latest development is a clear indication that the energy authorities are beginning to accede to the rise of renewables as the trend of the future. Solar represents a good portion of the output as the cost of solar systems has declined continuously to the point where it is cost effective. By supporting the private sector and individuals in installing renewable energy systems, the state can forgo the huge investments and headaches that accompany conventional power generation systems.

Source: Bangkok Post September 09, 2017 00:00 UTC