On June 10, 2025 at Mövenpick BDMS Wellness Resort, Bangkok
The National Energy Technology Center (ENTEC), a member of the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA) under the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI), marked its 5th anniversary by organizing the “Strategic Meeting of the Energy Technology Research and Development Alliance Network.” The event aimed to strengthen partnerships in energy technology and R&D while showcasing ENTEC’s role as a driving force for the nation’s advanced clean energy innovation. On this occasion, ENTEC unveiled five future energy technology trends toward achieving Thailand’s Net Zero goals.
• 5 Years of Pioneering and Creating Energy Innovation for the Nation
Professor Dr. Sukit Limpijumnong, President of NSTDA, highlighted that ENTEC was established by combining the expertise of two existing centers – MTEC and NECTEC – to serve as the national hub for energy technology development. ENTEC focuses on research to enhance energy efficiency, reduce costs, and promote the adoption of clean and renewable energy, concretely supporting the national strategic frameworks such as the Thailand Integrated Energy Blueprint (TIEB), and the BCG (Bio-Circular-Green) economy policy.
Over the past 5 years, ENTEC has developed practical innovations including “EnPAT” bio-based transformer oil, bio-grease, bio-lubricants, and Premium H-FAME biodiesel derived from palm oil. The “Solar Sure”, a digital platform managing decommissioned solar panels, and “Thailand BattSwap”, a project developing battery swapping systems using local materials and technologies. These achievements contribute directly to Thailand’s Carbon Neutrality target by 2050 and Net Zero Emission by 2065, positioning the country as a regional hub for energy innovation.
ENTEC’s 5th anniversary represents not merely a significant milestone, but rather the beginning of a new chapter focused on connecting and strengthening partnerships to drive Thailand’s energy transformation through science and technology toward a sustainable future.
• 5 Emerging Clean Energy Technology Trends for a Net Zero Transition
Dr. Sumittra Charojrochkul, Executive Director of ENTEC, emphasized that as the world accelerates toward a green economy and Net Zero emissions, clean energy technology will serve as the key to transitioning from traditional fossil fuel-dependent energy systems to sustainable, environmentally friendly, and resilient energy infrastructures that support long-term energy security.
ENTEC has identified 5 key trends that will shape the future energy landscape while strategically aligning its R&D priorities accordingly:
1. Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF): Research and development focuses on producing SAF from domestic renewable feedstocks such as used cooking oil and biomass, while also contributing to national policies that promote SAF adoption in Thailand’s aviation industry.
2. Perovskite-Silicon Tandem Solar Cells: Development of high-efficiency solar cells by integrating perovskite with silicon to reduce costs and enhance efficiency, while organizing academic conferences to promote and accelerate real-world applications.
3. Hydrogen Energy: Development of Green Hydrogen from renewable energy sources for use as clean fuel in transportation and industrial sectors, with ENTEC actively participating in the formulation of national hydrogen policy frameworks.
4. Small Modular Reactors (SMRs): Preparing Thailand’s readiness in knowledge, personnel, and infrastructure for next-generation nuclear energy, including the establishment of research centers and specialized training programs in this field.
5. Grid-scale Energy Storage Systems: Comprehensive research and development of battery technologies spanning materials, design, manufacturing, and lifecycle management to enable large-scale energy storage systems that are high-efficiency, high-capacity, and long-lasting when connected to the national grid.
These 5 technology trends will not only significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions but also create opportunities for economic value generation, innovation, new business development, and job generation in the clean energy sector, particularly for countries capable of developing these technologies domestically.
• Vision for a Sustainable Energy Future
Dr. Sumittra concluded that ENTEC’s strategy will remain focused on achieving tangible outcomes by fostering collaboration across all sectors to transform research into products, services, and new business opportunities. This approach will strengthen Thailand’s clean energy innovation ecosystem for sustainable growth while enhancing national competitiveness and ensuring long-term sustainability.
