Bangkok: 22 Mar. - MEA predicts that in 2024 the demand for electricity will peak at 9,934.25 megawatts from the end of April to the beginning of May. The trend for all electricity distribution units to increase by 0.1% is ready to cope with technology and control center systems. The first SCADA electrical system in Thailand recommends "turn off - adjust - disconnect - replace" to save electricity during the summer. Mr. Wilas Chalaysat, Governor of the Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA), revealed electricity usage statistics in the area of the MEA or the Metropolitan Electricity Authority. Which includes Bangkok, Nonthaburi and Samut Prakan. that the summer will be the period with the highest electricity use in the year. For 2024, from a total of 4,266,995 electricity consumers, MEA predicts that the peak value in the MEA distribution system will be 9,934 megawatts, or an increase of 1.2% from the year. The past 2023 will occur between the end of April and the beginning of May. This is because it is a period of high electricity use. together with the extremely hot weather Meanwhile, MEA's total electricity distribution units in 2024 are expected to be 53,994 million units, or an increase of 0.1% from last year. Due to the continued recovery of the tourism sector Private sector spending and investment The continued expansion of the number of electric cars and the opening of additional color train lines, such as the Pink Line extension. However, there are still factors that can reduce electricity use. Whether the world economy is slowing down or the production of electricity for the consumer's own use from a solar energy system (Solar rooftop). In addition, electricity use in 2024 still has a chance of slowing down due to the high base of electricity use. and expanded significantly in the past 2 years, with an average growth of approximately 4.28% per year as a result of the economic recovery after the COVID-19 situation and the El Niño phenomenon that causes hot weather. It is expected that this event will end in the middle of this year. MEA therefore prepares the electricity distribution system. Develop related technology to be used to support the electrical system to be stable and adequate. Continuously responding to the needs of electricity consumers Especially the important heart The SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) electrical system control center serves as a monitoring system. and analyze data Used to check status as well as analyze the operation of the data detection control system Then send a warning signal to officials quickly in real time. It is considered one of the technologies that MEA is the first organization to use in Thailand. And there is continuous development. At present, SCADA is still being used in the Chaengwattana area to support efficient and safe management of voltage control and electricity distribution, together with SCADA Chidlom to support the adjustment of MEA's electricity distribution system. In the smart electrical system project, Smart Metro Grid can create st ability for the electrical system. The Chaengwattana SCADA Electrical System Control Center is also connected to the Chaengwattana originating station that supplies electricity to various substations via air transmission lines. and underground transmission lines, covering the distribution of electricity in Bangkok and Nonthaburi areas, as well as connecting to the entire electrical network. There is an underground electrical cable project that helps strengthen the stability of the distribution system. Link data through the online system to help manage the electrical system. Analyze the location of an electrical failure so that it can be resolved quickly and directly. Data can be compiled into Big Data for the 18 Metropolitan Electricity Authority (District CEOs) to use for timely decision-making. increase safety as well as creating good scenery for the metropolis to become a Smart City. MEA recommends ways to save electricity during the summer, namely by taking care and maintaining electrical appliances so t hat they are always ready to use and safe. Change your electricity usage behavior by adhering to the principle of 'turn off - adjust - disconnect - change' by turning off unused lights. Reduce the air conditioning temperature to 26-27 degrees Celsius and turn on the fan in parallel. It will help save energy. Unplug electrical appliances that are not in use. Switch to using an air conditioner with high efficiency. and frequently clean the air conditioner At least 2 times a year to increase usage efficiency, change behavior by not opening and closing the refrigerator frequently, carry a cooler with ice to drink. You should not stockpile more food in the refrigerator than necessary. Inspect the refrigerator door seal to make sure it is ready for use. Change to LED light bulbs and choose electricity-saving equipment (No. 5). Always turn off the switch and pull the plug of electrical appliances. When not in use Regularly inspect electrical equipment to ensure it is in perfect condition. If damaged, it must be repa ired immediately. Prevents electrical short circuits Including installing a ground wire. Complete with leakage cutter To prevent danger from electrical current If the public sees damaged or unsafe electrical equipment, they can report it to Various social media channels include Facebook: Metropolitan Electricity Authority MEA, Line: MEA Connect, Application, which is an application on iOS and Android smartphones, free to download. Source: Thai News Agency