Bangkok, April 7-very hot. Thai people turn on the air conditioner to turn off the hot electricity peak again on the evening of April 6, warning that the electricity bill increases according to the advanced electricity rate.
The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand reports electricity usage statistics in System 3 Electricity Authority found that yesterday, April 6, the highest demand (peak) this year at 8:52 p.m. with temperature 31.2 degrees Celsius, where the electricity consumption at the peak was caused by extremely hot weather. Thai people turned on the air conditioner to cool down. However, it has not yet broken the peak record in the national system that occurred on April 27, 2022 at 10:36 p.m., which occurred at 32,254.5 MW at 32.0 degrees Celsius.
Mr. Wattanapong Kurovat, director of the Energy Policy and Planning Office (EPPO), expects a peak in the 3-electromechanical system this year. Will be a new high, not less than 3.4 thousand megawatts However, if combined with private electricity produced for own use (IPS) of 5 thousand megawatts, then The country's electricity demand may reach 39 billion MW this year.
Reporters reported that Thailand's electricity tariff structure is progressive, the more electricity is consumed, the higher the electricity cost per unit. If electricity consumption exceeds 150 units per month, there will be a progressive electricity rate as follows: First 150 units (units 1-150) 3.2484 baht per unit Next 250 units (units 151-400) 4.2218 baht per unit The 401st unit onwards, the price per unit is 4.4217 baht. The cabinet offers special discounts for electricity users not exceeding 300 units per month from January to April. 66 As for the next month, wait for the cabinet. Will there be additional assistance measures?)
Mr Wilas Chaleysat, Governor of the MEA or Metropolitan Electricity Authority, said the MEA recommends saving electricity during the summer. which is considered a time when the weather having a temperature higher than normal As a result, more electricity is consumed. electrical appliances work more This causes more electricity bills. How to help use electricity efficiently and safely is to take care Maintain electrical appliances to always be available and safe. And the change in electricity consumption behavior plays an important role in saving electricity bills by adhering to the principle of "turn off - adjust - release - change" by turning off lights that are not in use. Reduce the temperature of the air conditioner to 26-27 degrees Celsius and turn on the fan in parallel. This will help save energy. Unplug appliances that are not in use. Switch to high-efficiency air conditioners. And regularly clean the air conditioner at least 2 times a year to increase the efficiency of use. Change behavior by not opening-closing the refrigerator frequently. carry a flask of ice to drink Do not stockpile more food in the refrigerator than necessary. Check the rubber seal of the refrigerator door to be in a ready-to-use condition. Switch to LED light bulbs, use energy saving devices (No. 5) and use electrical devices with caution. to prevent short circuit Always switch off and unplug electrical appliances. when idle Always check the electrical equipment to be in perfect condition. If damaged, must be repaired immediately. prevent short circuit Including installation of ground wire with leakage breaker to prevent danger from electric current with leakage breaker to prevent danger from electric current with leakage breaker to prevent danger from electric current
During this period there is a chance of summer storms. thunderstorm And strong winds, the MEA advises people to be careful of the dangers caused by the storm. including outdoor billboards The sign structure should be inspected to be in a strong, stable and safe condition. and check the distance of the billboard to the electric wire more because it may affect the electrical system, may cause a power outage And urged people to stay away from billboards, large trees, and unhealthy structures near power lines. Because the branches may be broken from strong winds and draped over the poles. or the power line is broken Danger to life and property It is also recommended that people inspect electrical equipment if it is damaged, speed up repairs. and explore the trees planted in their own homes Keep the branches at a safe level, not disconnecting the power line, as this can cause a power outage. Including possibly causing electricity to leak along the branches that are wet from the thunderstorm.-Thai News Agency
Source: Thai News Agency
