The Daily e-News Clipping document from Manager, dated January 2, 2562, summarizes key news and hot topics in the industry and energy sectors to watch in 2562, particularly the impact of rapid technological change, or Disruptive Technology, which requires all sectors to monitor and adapt.
A key issue the government is prioritizing is the development of the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), which is part of the Thailand 4.0 strategy, focusing on 11 target industries, along with 5 major infrastructure projects for which development winners are expected to be finalized by February 2562. Additionally, there is promotion of the electric vehicle (EV) industry and the "Eco EV" production plan to make electric vehicles truly accessible.
The energy sector is facing challenges from the new draft Power Development Plan (PDP), which emphasizes security, an average price of 3.576 Baht per unit, and the promotion of renewable energy, including restructuring the Energy Conservation Promotion Fund to be clearer and more beneficial to the public.
Solar rooftop technology remains strong due to decreasing costs and quick payback. The new PDP plans to purchase 10,000 megawatts of electricity from public solar projects throughout the plan. Additionally, there is a push for Bio Economy for the sugarcane and sugar industries, including the trend of Upcycling plastic waste from the sea into fashion products, with PTT Global Chemical (GC) being one of the operators of this project.
Labor in the digital era is affected by Disruptive Technology, especially in the publishing, banking, and retail sectors. This requires Thai workers to train and upskill. Meanwhile, the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) is preparing to amend laws to align with the digital world, and the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) is restructuring its organization to cope with technological changes in the energy sector.
