{"id":14847,"date":"2025-05-15T21:01:13","date_gmt":"2025-05-15T14:01:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.entec.or.th\/?p=14847"},"modified":"2025-05-15T21:26:50","modified_gmt":"2025-05-15T14:26:50","slug":"news-entec-5-years-of-entec-a-crucial-gear-driving-thailands-energy-future","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.entec.or.th\/news-entec-5-years-of-entec-a-crucial-gear-driving-thailands-energy-future\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Years of ENTEC: A Crucial \u201cGear\u201d Driving Thailand\u2019s Energy Future"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Highlights from NSTDA x Press Interviews \u2013 ENTEC: Research and Innovation Powering Thailand\u2019s Sustainable Energy Future<\/strong><\/span><\/p>

What lies ahead for Thailand\u2019s energy landscape in a rapidly changing and increasingly complex world? The National Energy Technology Center (ENTEC), under the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), invited the media for a roundtable discussion to explore this question at the\u00a0NSTDA x Press Interviews<\/em>\u00a0event.<\/span><\/p>

Dr. Sumittra Charojrochkul, Executive Director of ENTEC, led the session, outlining ENTEC\u2019s vision as it approaches its 5th anniversary. The discussion centered on the Center\u2019s key achievements, ongoing research, and the pressing question: Is Thailand\u2019s research and innovation ecosystem ready to meet the demands of a sustainable energy future?<\/span><\/p>

ENTEC: A Driving Force Behind Thailand\u2019s National Energy Plan<\/span><\/h3>

ENTEC is committed to being a crucial “gear” in connecting scientific research with the country\u2019s energy strategies. By fostering domestic and international collaborations and translating innovation into practical industrial and commercial applications, ENTEC aims to enable Thailand\u2019s energy self-reliance and environmental sustainability.Its vision is to become the country\u2019s leading center for energy technology development.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Four Core Technology Focus Areas:<\/span><\/h3>

Dr. Sumittra presented ENTEC\u2019s emerging innovations that could redefine Thailand\u2019s energy sector. These are grouped into four strategic areas:<\/span><\/p>

1.\u00a0Clean Fuels and Hydrogen Integration: Building the Energy of the Future Today
<\/strong><\/span>With over 20 years of experience in clean fuel research, ENTEC is advancing hydrogen energy from biogas and ethanol toward\u00a0green hydrogen, applicable for both FCEVs and power plants.<\/span><\/h4>
  • H-FAME
    <\/strong>A next-gen biodiesel that can be used in higher blends or as a standalone fuel. It has undergone extensive real-world testing and supports Euro 5 standards, with plans for Euro 6.<\/span><\/li>
  • SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel)
    <\/strong>ENTEC plays a vital role in promoting SAF adoption within Thailand\u2019s aviation sector.<\/span><\/li>
  • SMRs (Small Modular Reactors)
    <\/strong>ENTEC is exploring the potential of SMRs\u2014compact nuclear reactors with advanced safety features\u2014as a long-term clean energy solution, which requires at least a decade of preparation and public engagement.<\/span><\/li><\/ul>

    2.\u00a0Green Oleochemicals: Adding Value to Thai Palm Oil
    <\/strong><\/span>ENTEC is transforming palm oil into high-value products, moving beyond food and fuel applications:<\/span><\/h4>
    • EnPAT (Bio-transformer oil)
      <\/strong>A fire-resistant, safer alternative to conventional oils that can be repurposed into biodiesel at end-of-life. EnPAT has already been implemented and is currently utilized in real-world applications across Thailand.<\/span><\/li>
    • A\u00a0range of bio-based products
      <\/strong>These include bio-lubricants, rail-grade bio grease, and Eco-Pest<\/strong>, a bio-insecticide that is safe for farmers and consumers.<\/span><\/li><\/ul>

      3.\u00a0End-to-End Battery Innovation for the EV and Renewable Energy Era
      <\/strong><\/span>ENTEC conducts comprehensive R&D across the entire battery life cycle\u2014from materials and design to manufacturing, usage, and end-of-life management.<\/span><\/h4>
      • SWAP2GETHER
        <\/strong>A standardized battery-swapping system for electric motorcycles, enhancing EV convenience, lowering costs, and promoting domestic manufacturing through a dedicated consortium.<\/span><\/li><\/ul>

        4.\u00a0Smart Solar Technologies for a Brighter Future
        <\/strong><\/span>ENTEC is optimizing solar energy technologies, from material design to panel recycling:<\/span><\/h4>
        • SEESOLAR
          <\/strong>Smart solar panels for farmers that not only generate electricity but also filter light to suit crops and reduce greenhouse heat.<\/span><\/li>
        • Solar Sure
          <\/strong>A platform for grading and managing used solar panels, creating new markets and ensuring proper recycling. It is being reviewed for standardization by Thailand\u2019s TISI.<\/span><\/li><\/ul>

          Tangible Impact: Nearly THB 25 Billion in Value over 5 Years<\/span><\/h3>

          ENTEC\u2019s work goes far beyond laboratory walls. Between FY2021 and FY2024, it generated over\u00a0THB 24.7 billion\u00a0in economic and social value, thanks to collaborations with more than 190 partners, both domestic and international. The Center has published over 100 papers in international journals and trained thousands of energy professionals.<\/span><\/p>

          The Road Ahead: Sustainability and Net Zero<\/span><\/h3>

          Looking forward, ENTEC remains committed to developing comprehensive energy innovations. Its future focus includes battery and solar panel lifecycle management and scaling green oleochemical products to support Thailand\u2019s\u00a0Net Zero\u00a0goal while strengthening the country\u2019s industrial competitiveness.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

          Highlights from NSTDA x Press Interviews \u2013 ENTEC: Research and Innovation Powering Thailand\u2019s Sustainable Energy Future What lies ahead for Thailand\u2019s energy landscape in a rapidly changing and increasingly complex world? The National Energy Technology Center (ENTEC), under the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), invited the media for a roundtable discussion to explore […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":14849,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","ast-disable-related-posts":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"default","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"set","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[194],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-14847","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.entec.or.th\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14847","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.entec.or.th\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.entec.or.th\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.entec.or.th\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.entec.or.th\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=14847"}],"version-history":[{"count":22,"href":"https:\/\/www.entec.or.th\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14847\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":14876,"href":"https:\/\/www.entec.or.th\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14847\/revisions\/14876"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.entec.or.th\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/14849"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.entec.or.th\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=14847"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.entec.or.th\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=14847"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.entec.or.th\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=14847"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}