MEA Launches Registration for Community Solar Program, Advises Preparation of 6 Key Details Before Applying

"Metropolitan Electricity Authority" (MEA) is preparing to open registration channels for the "Community Solar Program" supporting a 50,000 baht installation subsidy, advising interested citizens to prepare six key pieces of information before registering

Details of the Community Solar Program with a 50,000 baht subsidy

Progress update The community solar panel installation project is a government initiative to promote clean energy use in households, aiming to reduce citizens' electricity costs and dependence on imported energy. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Mr. Akniti Nitithanprapas, revealed that the Ministry of Interior will propose the community solar panel installation promotion project to the Cabinet meeting on 27 Oct 2026 GMT+7.

Following approval by the Ministry of Finance's screening committee, the plan supports a 50,000 baht installation subsidy per household for 1 million households to enable citizens to generate their own electricity, reduce energy expenses, and potentially earn income by selling surplus electricity back to the grid.

Most recently, on 27 Oct 2026 GMT+7, MEA, a state enterprise under the Ministry of Interior, has prepared to support implementation of the "Community Solar" program, which is scheduled for Cabinet consideration today to encourage citizens to generate their own electricity, reduce electricity bills, and increase clean energy use at home.

The program aims to support solar installation for 1 million households with a subsidy of 50,000 baht for equipment purchase and installation per household. Details, criteria, and conditions will follow Cabinet resolutions and announcements from relevant agencies. Interested citizens are advised to follow updates and program details via MEA publicity channels and their website.www.mea.or.thas follows:

1. Websitewww.mea.or.th

2. MEA Smart Life application

3. LINE Official Account "MEA Connect"

Advice to prepare 6 key pieces of information before registering for the Community Solar program

MEA advises interested citizens to prepare information in advance for a smooth registration process by completing the form accurately. The six key details are:

1. Applicant information

Prepare full name, national ID number, mobile phone number, and email (if available). Verify contact information for staff to coordinate.

2. Installation location information

Prepare the address and details about the installation site, such as rooftop, ground, or floating installation. If rooftop, specify roof type according to form options.

3. Electricity user information

Prepare the contract account number (CA) and electricity meter code found on the electricity bill.

4. Installation service provider

Choose MEA or an installation service provider registered with the electricity authority for areas in Bangkok, Nonthaburi, and Samut Prakan.

5. Loan and surplus electricity sales preferences

Specify preferences regarding loan application and sale of surplus electricity, divided into two cases:

• In case of applying for a loan, indicate loan intent and select participating banks, with a requirement to specify intent to sell surplus electricity.
• If not applying for a loan, indicate intention to use own funds, and choose whether to self-consume electricity without selling surplus or to sell surplus electricity under program terms.

6. Qualification certification and rights confirmation

Read and verify program conditions before certifying qualifications and confirming information on tax benefits and electricity bill assistance under the state welfare project. Check all information for accuracy and sign the certification form.

MEA urges citizens to study program conditions and ensure complete, accurate information before submitting registration forms, and to follow official MEA publicity channels for updates.

Any further developments will be reported accordingly.

Source: Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA) Facebook page