In 2024–2025, the Department of Alternative Energy Development and Efficiency (DEDE) under Thailand’s Ministry of Energy has intensified efforts to promote energy-efficient and eco-friendly residential projects. While a competition titled "Energy Saving in Premium Housing Projects" was not officially launched, DEDE is implementing similar initiatives under the national "Green Building Promotion" program.
Program Goals
Main objectives:
- Elevate the prestige of green construction in housing
- Engage developers, investors, and businesses in energy-saving technologies
- Increase public awareness of sustainable housing benefits
- Reduce building energy consumption, which accounts for 40% of national energy use
Key Support Measures
DEDE offers:
- Subsidies up to 30% of rooftop solar panel installation costs for residential complexes
- Grants for energy-efficient systems (lighting, HVAC)
- Streamlined certification under TREES (Thai Rating of Energy and Environmental Sustainability)
- Tax incentives via BOI for high-sustainability projects
TREES Certification — The New Quality Standard
The TREES standard, developed by DEDE and the Energy Efficiency Program (EEP), evaluates buildings on:
- Energy efficiency
- Water conservation
- Waste management
- Indoor air quality and lighting
- Use of eco-friendly materials
Projects with TREES certification gain "green building" status and attract more buyers.
Premium Real Estate Trends 2025
In Pattaya, Bangkok, and Phuket, developers are adopting green solutions:
- Rooftop solar farms (e.g., The Tree — Sukhumvit)
- Rainwater harvesting systems for irrigation and utilities
- Smart Building Management Systems (BMS) for energy optimization
- Green facades and roofs to reduce heat
- EV charging stations in parking areas
Market Response
According to PropertyGuru Thailand, demand for certified eco-homes rose 45% in 2024. Buyers, especially foreign investors, now see energy efficiency as a key factor in property selection.
Developers like Ananda, Sansiri, and Asset World Corp have announced plans to launch at least 20 green projects by 2027.
Conclusion
Although the "Energy Saving in Premium Housing" competition was not launched, DEDE and the government are actively promoting green construction through subsidies, TREES certification, and tax incentives. In 2025, energy efficiency has become a key trend in Thailand’s premium real estate, especially in Pattaya and Bangkok. This is not just about ecology, but also profitability, prestige, and market competitiveness.
Sources:
— DEDE (Department of Alternative Energy Development and Efficiency): «Green Building Incentive Program 2024–2025»
— Ministry of Energy, Thailand: «National Energy Efficiency Strategy»
— EEP (Energy Efficiency Program): TREES Certification Guidelines
— PropertyGuru Thailand: «Sustainability Trends in Thai Real Estate 2025»
— Bangkok Post: «Thai Developers Go Green to Meet Demand»
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