On September 16, 2025, Ratchaburi Province
The National Energy Technology Center (ENTEC), under the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), in collaboration with the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA), has broadened the deployment of “EnPAT,” a safe and sustainable product derived from Thai palm oil.
As part of this initiative, a transformer filled with EnPAT was installed in Don Tako Subdistrict, Mueang Ratchaburi District, Ratchaburi Province. The installation was carried out under the supervision of the PEA Ratchaburi branch, with Mr. Surawut Noinimit, Manager of PEA Ratchaburi Province, and Mr. Sumrit Saengthong, Manager of PEA Mueang Ratchaburi Branch, leading the operations.
This pilot installation in Ratchaburi marks the first deployment of EnPAT-based transformers in western Thailand. Following installation, ENTEC’s research team, together with PEA, will continuously monitor and analyze the performance of the EnPAT filled transformer via an online tracking system to assess the long-term efficiency and reliability of EnPAT.
Mr. Surawut Noinimit, Manager of the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) Ratchaburi Province, and Mr. Sumrit Saengthong, Manager of PEA Mueang Ratchaburi Branch, shared their perspectives during the installation of an EnPAT-filled transformer in Ratchaburi Province on September 16, 2025.
“The installation of the EnPAT-filled transformer in Ratchaburi represents the first application of EnPAT transformer oil in western Thailand. We at PEA Mueang Ratchaburi are proud to support this initiative and play a part in introducing EnPAT technology to our service area.
EnPAT is made from palm oil, an important agricultural product of Thailand. It is biodegradable, non-toxic to the environment, and one of its key advantages is its high fire resistance, which significantly reduces the risk of fire in the event of a transformer explosion. This makes it a safer solution for communities.
The adoption of EnPAT-filled transformers marks a major step forward in PEA’s strategy to enhance sustainability and quality of life, while also upholding our commitment to social and environmental responsibility.
This project also aligns with PEA’s goal of achieving carbon neutrality. We are pleased that this effort is being carried out in close collaboration with the ENTEC research team, who are monitoring and analyzing the performance data of the installed EnPAT transformers to ensure continued efficiency and safety.”
