8–14 March 2026, Japan
The National Energy Technology Center (ENTEC), under the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), led a delegation from the Office of the Energy Regulatory Commission of Thailand (OERC) on a study visit to Japan under the “Capability Building for Energy Transition (2026)” program. The visit aimed to strengthen knowledge and capacity to support Thailand’s energy transition, including energy technologies, policies, and modern energy system management and regulation.
The OERC delegation was led by Dr. Prasit Siritiprussamee, Deputy Secretary-General, and Mrs. Jitmanee Dabbhasuta, Assistant Secretary-General, joined by ENTEC executives and researchers, Dr. Sumittra Charojrochkul, Executive Director; Dr. Lily Eurwilaichitr, Assistant Executive Director; Dr. Nuwong Chollacoop, Director of the Low Carbon Energy Research Group; Dr. Pimpa Limthongkul, Director of the Energy Innovation Research Group; and Dr. Visarn Lilavivat, Senior Researcher.
During the visit, the delegation explored key energy and environmental facilities in Japan, including Uminonakamichi Nata Sea Water Desalination Center, Fukuoka City Chubu Sewage Treatment Center, and the International Institute for Carbon-Neutral Energy Research (I2CNER) at Kyushu University. The delegation also visited Carbon Neutrality Park developed by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and Genkai Nuclear Power Plant operated by Kyushu Electric Power to learn about low-carbon city development concepts including clean energy technologies, hydrogen innovation, and nuclear power safety and management.
This study visit provided valuable opportunities to exchange knowledge and international experience in energy technology, energy system management, and clean energy delevelopment at the international level, strengthening the capacity of Thailand’s energy professionals and supporting the country’s transition toward a more effective and sustainable energy system.
