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Rapid adoption of electric vehicles to realize a low-carbon transport sector
The energy consumption of the transport sector is the highest - thus giving a substantial energy savings potential through transitioning to electric vehicle mobility. Udon Thani’s transport sector makes up about 43.3 per cent of the total energy demand and contributes about 60 per cent of the province’s GHG emissions in 2018. Hence, ambitious policy actions for the transport sector are critical for Udon Thani to realize substantial GHG emission reduction, aligning with the national NDC commitment, specifically, through the adoption of transport electrification.
The SET scenario targets a 20 per cent electric share for passenger cars, 50 per cent for motorbikes, 100 per cent for electric vehicle share for buses and minibuses, and 25 per cent for freight trucks. These, all together, are projected to reduce 128.4 ktoe of energy demand and 282.1 ktCO2-e of GHG emissions reduction. Promoting the use of public transport, specifically, buses can effectively reduce fuel consumption from the transport sector. It is also a means to reduce traffic congestion – a major problem in cities. With the urbanization rate expected to rise over the years, traffic congestion is likely to worsen without intervention. Additionally, air pollution can be substantially decreased by taking cars off the road.
Several potential technical barriers to the widespread adoption of electric vehicles are increased demand for grid electricity, and the lack of charging facilities. A close collaboration between the province and power development agency should be fostered to carefully deliberate the potential impact on the power and grid infrastructure. Additionally, the provincial government should take a lead in establishing an extensive charging infrastructure and expanding public transport infrastructure. NEXSTEP estimates that establishing an extensive fast charging (>50 kW) infrastructure in Udon Thani may cost around US$ 0.9 million[1]. Notwithstanding, an in-depth study should be conducted to come up with implementation strategies and a workable business model, with the possibility of public-private partnerships.
The energy consumption of the transport sector is the highest - thus giving a substantial energy savings potential through transitioning to electric vehicle mobility. Udon Thani’s transport sector makes up about 43.3 per cent of the total energy demand and contributes about 60 per cent of the province’s GHG emissions in 2018. Hence, ambitious policy actions for the transport sector are critical for Udon Thani to realize substantial GHG emission reduction, aligning with the national NDC commitment, specifically, through the adoption of transport electrification.
The SET scenario targets a 20 per cent electric share for passenger cars, 50 per cent for motorbikes, 100 per cent for electric vehicle share for buses and minibuses, and 25 per cent for freight trucks. These, all together, are projected to reduce 128.4 ktoe of energy demand and 282.1 ktCO2-e of GHG emissions reduction. Promoting the use of public transport, specifically, buses can effectively reduce fuel consumption from the transport sector. It is also a means to reduce traffic congestion – a major problem in cities. With the urbanization rate expected to rise over the years, traffic congestion is likely to worsen without intervention. Additionally, air pollution can be substantially decreased by taking cars off the road.
Several potential technical barriers to the widespread adoption of electric vehicles are increased demand for grid electricity, and the lack of charging facilities. A close collaboration between the province and power development agency should be fostered to carefully deliberate the potential impact on the power and grid infrastructure. Additionally, the provincial government should take a lead in establishing an extensive charging infrastructure and expanding public transport infrastructure. NEXSTEP estimates that establishing an extensive fast charging (>50 kW) infrastructure in Udon Thani may cost around US$ 0.9 million[1]. Notwithstanding, an in-depth study should be conducted to come up with implementation strategies and a workable business model, with the possibility of public-private partnerships.
[1] The total length of highways with 4 or more than 4 lanes in Udon Thani is approximately 207 km. It is assumed that fast charging points (> 50kW) are installed at a 7-km interval, with each costing around 1 million Thai Baht (or US$ 30,000 equivalent). The total number of charging points required is estimated at 30 units, with a total investment cost of US$ 0.9 million.
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