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Broad economic development |
The 20-Year National Strategy
(2018-2037) (NESDC, 2018[1]) |
This is the country’s first national long-term strategy developed pursuant to the Constitution. Its vision is for the country to become ‘a developed country with security, prosperity and sustainability in accordance with the ‘Sufficiency Economy Philosophy’. The policy consists of six groups of strategies, with Strategy No. 2 addressing ‘National competitiveness, economic growth and income distribution’. Furthermore, Strategy No. 5 on ‘Green growth and environmental sustainability’ promotes eco-friendly development, renewable energy and natural resource conservation. |
NESDC |
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Broad economic development |
13th National Economic and Social Development Plan (2023–2027) (Office of the National Economic and Social Development Council, 2025[2]) |
This is a second-level plan that acts as a key mechanism to translate the National Strategy into implementation. The plan is built on four guiding principles: including SDGs and Bio-Circular-Green (BCG) Economy Model. The plan aims i) to restructure the economy towards innovation and high-value sectors, ii) to develop human capital, to create a fair and inclusive society, to promote sustainable production and consumption, to enhance Thailand’s resilience to global changes. |
NESDC |
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Broad economic development |
Bio-Circular Green economy |
The BCG Economy Model is a key strategy for national development, aligning with SDGs and post-COVID-19 economic recovery. It emphasises science, technology and innovation to enhance competitiveness in four priority sectors: (1) agriculture and food, (2) wellness and medicine, (3) energy, materials and biochemicals and (4) tourism and the creative economy. A core aspect of the BCG policy is the green economy, which promotes the transition to a green industry. Manufacturers are encouraged to adopt sustainable production techniques that add value while minimising environmental impact, supporting Thailand’s carbon reduction commitments. |
Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI) |
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Industry development |
National Industrial Development Master Plan
(2012-2031) (Office of Industrial Economics, 2011[3]) |
This plan provides a long-term strategic framework for transforming its industrial sector over two decades. The plan aims to enhance industrial competitiveness, promote sustainable and green growth and to foster innovation, value-added production and intellectual property development. |
Ministry of Industry, OIE |
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Industry development |
Thailand Industrial development strategy 4.0
(2017-2036) (Office of Industrial Economics, 2019[4]) |
The plan provides a long-term national strategy to transform Thailand’s industrial sector into a value-based, innovation-driven economy aligned with the broader ‘Thailand 4.0’ vision. Its strategic pillars include sustainability, by promoting green technologies and eco-industrial zones and by reducing the environmental impact of industrial activities. |
Ministry of Industry, OIE |
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Climate mitigation |
Long Term Low GHG Emission Development Strategy (LT-LEDS) (Office of Natural Resources and Environmental Policy and Planning, 2022[5]) |
The strategy outlines the country’s pathway to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. The strategy sets sector-specific mitigation targets. It also outlines co-benefits like improved air quality and public health and calls for international support in finance and technology. LT-LEDS serves as a key framework for Thailand’s transition to a low-carbon, climate-resilient economy.
Thailand has strengthened its greenhouse gas reduction efforts, aiming to achieve net-zero GHG emissions by 2050 (B.E. 2593). The Office of Natural Resources and Environmental Policy and Planning (ONEP) is updating the Long-Term Low Greenhouse Gas Emission Development Strategy (LT-LEDS), which is expected to be finalised by 2026 (B.E. 2569). |
Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, DCCE |
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Climate mitigation |
Climate Change Master Plan
(2015-2050) |
The plan provides a comprehensive, long-term framework to guide the country’s transition toward sustainable development and climate resilience. Three key missions are: (i) building climate resilience by integrating policies and measures in all sectors, (ii) creating mechanisms to reduce GHG emissions, leading to sustainable low carbon growth, (iii) building readiness by enhancing capacity and awareness of stakeholders and (iv) developing a database, knowledge and technology to support climate change adaptation and mitigation. Industry under this plan focuses on transforming the industrial sector into a low-carbon, resource efficient engine of sustainable growth. Key objectives include improving energy efficiency, reducing waste and promoting the use of renewable energy and clean technologies across the value chain.
ONEP is currently reviewing and updating the Climate Change Master Plan, which is expected to be finalised by 2026 (B.E. 2569). |
Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, DCCE |
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Climate mitigation |
National Action Plan on Greenhouse Gas Mitigation (2021–2030) (Department of Climate Change and Environment, 2024[6]) |
The roadmap sets out a comprehensive strategy to reduce national greenhouse gas emissions by up to 40% from projected BAU levels by 2030. It includes sectoral action plans targeting energy, transport, industry, waste and agriculture, alongside supportive measures to strengthen institutional capacity, financing and technology transfer. |
DCCE |
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Climate mitigation / Energy |
NDC action plan energy |
This action plan includes integrated policy and measures on greenhouse gas emissions reduction from the Energy Efficiency Plan (EEP2018), the Alternative Energy Development Plan (AEDP2018) and the Power Development Plan (PDP2018) and is projected to contribute to the GHG emission reduction of 117.66 MtCO2eq by 2030. |
Ministry of Energy, EPPO |
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Climate mitigation / Industry |
National Action Plan for the GHG Mitigation from the IPPU Sector and Industrial Wastewater Measure
(2021-2030) |
This action plan identifies GHG emission reduction measures, including the modification of industrial production processes by clinker substitution, substitution of refrigerant and use of CCS technology in the cement industry. |
Ministry of Industry, DIW |
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Energy |
National Energy Plan (NEP) (2024-2037) |
The NEP is a strategic framework that outlines the country's energy policies, goals and action plans to ensure energy security, sustainability and affordability while addressing climate change and supporting economic development. The plan integrates various sectoral energy strategies to align with Thailand’s broader national and international commitments, including achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. Thailand's NEP is a comprehensive plan that integrates five other energy plans:
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Power Development Plan (PDP)
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Alternative Energy Development Plan (AEDP)
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Energy Efficiency Plan (EEP)
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Gas Plan
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Oil Plan
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Ministry of Energy, EPPO |
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Energy |
Alternative Energy Development Plan (AEDP)
(2024-2037) (DEDE, 2024[7]) |
The AEDP is a national strategic plan that guides the development and promotion of renewable and alternative energy sources. The strategies cover the electricity sector, heat sector and biofuel sector. Under the most recent draft that was published in June 2024 (“AEDP 2024”), covering the period from 2024 to 2037, the country aims for the production and use of renewable energy to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, in line with the NEP. Key target include a share of renewable and alternative energy to 36% of final energy consumption by 2037, as well as a share of 61% renewable energy in electricity generation. |
Ministry of Energy, Department of alternative Energy Development and Efficiency (DEDE) |
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Energy |
Energy Efficiency Plan (EEP)
(2024-2037) |
The plan seeks to enhance energy efficiency in buildings, industries and households; promote green industries and Smart Energy Management; and develop digital and EV Data platforms and charging stations to promote electric vehicle utilisation. The objective is to reduce energy intensity by 36% by 2037, compared to 2010 (Apichonnabutr, 2025[8]). On industry, the measures will include mandatory energy management in designated factories, enforcement of energy codes and promotion of high-efficiency equipment. |
Ministry of Energy |
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Energy |
Power Development Plan (PDP)
(2018-2037) |
The PDP is a strategic roadmap for transforming the country’s electricity sector in line with its climate goals and energy security needs. The 2024-2037 is currently under development, with the key target to increase the share of renewable energy to 51% of total power generation by 2037, up from 20% in 2024, while also promoting energy efficiency and considering alternative energy sources. |
Ministry of Energy |
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Finance |
Climate Finance Strategy
(Department of Climate Change and Environment, 2024[9]) |
Thailand’s Climate Finance Strategy: Conceptual Framework 2030 provides a national roadmap for mobilising and aligning financial resources to support the country’s transition toward carbon neutrality by 2050. The strategy integrates climate finance into national planning and budgeting, aiming to enhance both public and private sector investment in climate mitigation and adaptation. It explores instruments and sources of finance that can support Thailand to achieve its climate related goals, including for renewable energy and energy efficiency (Department of Climate Change and Environment, 2024[9]). |
Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, DCCE |
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Finance |
Sustainability-linked Financing Framework
(Public Debt Management Office, 2024[10]) |
Thailand’s Sustainability-Linked Financing Framework, issued by the Public Debt Management Office (PDMO), outlines the country’s approach to issuing sustainability-linked finance instruments (bonds, loans). The framework supports Thailand’s climate goals, including carbon neutrality by 2050 and aligns with international and regional standards such as ICMA’s Sustainability-Linked Bond (SLB) Principles or ASEAN SLB Standards (Public Debt Management Office, 2024[10]). |
Ministry of Finance, PDMO |
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Finance |
Taxonomy
(Bank of Thailand, n.d.[11]) |
Thailand’s Taxonomy for Sustainable Finance is a national classification framework designed to guide the country’s transition toward a low-carbon and environmentally sustainable economy. It serves as a reference tool for identifying economic activities that align with climate and sustainability goals (Bank of Thailand, n.d.[11]). The taxonomy covers multiple sectors, including energy, transport, agriculture, construction and real estate, manufacturing, waste management. |
BOT, SEC, Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) |
