DAD Asset Development Co., Ltd. (DAD)<\/strong><\/span> <\/strong><\/span>is preparing to study the feasibility of using "hydrogen gas" to generate electricity for the Chaeng Watthana Government Complex, expanding from solar energy, aiming for long-term cost-effectiveness and serving as a model for other government agencies to address the green city and sustainable development<\/span> <\/strong><\/span><\/p>

Dr. Nalika Atipak Saengsanit, Managing Director of DAD Asset Development Co., Ltd.<\/span><\/strong> <\/span>revealed that DAD is preparing to study additional alternative energy sources for electricity production within the Chaeng Watthana Government Complex, currently powered by solar energy from solar panels. Initially, they are interested in hydrogen gas as a clean alternative fuel for electricity generation.<\/span><\/p>

Currently, they are in the process of hiring consultants to design detailed plans, considering everything from structural design, architectural work, and system installations, such as piping and designing rooms or buildings for energy production. Safety is a top priority, along with long-term cost savings. The energy produced will be converted into electricity for use within the building, starting with the Thanaphiphat Building, which houses DAD's headquarters and is well-equipped and highly capable for operations, aiming to develop it into a model Net Zero building according to DAD's 5-year strategic plan for promoting building management with the BCG Model. <\/strong><\/span><\/p>

From the initial study on the process of generating electricity from hydrogen gas, they have chosen a technology that separates hydrogen from water using renewable energy, utilizing energy produced from solar panels on the building's rooftop. This energy, which is surplus during the day, will be processed and stored as hydrogen gas for use as the main fuel for electricity production through fuel cells, along with an energy storage system in batteries for backup energy during the night or as needed at different times. The feasibility of this operation is high, and detailed designs will be further developed. If the study results are promising, they will proceed with implementation, aiming for completion by 2027, with an estimated budget of over 10 million baht over 4 years, but expected to yield long-term sustainability benefits.<\/span><\/p>

“DAD is a government agency that must boldly invest in new innovations for managing projects that help conserve energy and the environment sustainably, serving as a model for other government agencies and potentially stimulating investment in alternative energy for other entities as well. The goal is to invest for long-term value while aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).”<\/span><\/strong><\/p>

Once the renovation of the Thanaphiphat Building to a Net Zero energy building is completed, it will lead to the expansion of similar developments to other buildings in the Chaeng Watthana Government Complex and future construction projects by DAD, creating design and construction alternatives and supporting the country's greenhouse gas reduction policies for other government agencies.<\/span><\/p>