Metropolitan Electricity AuthorityNews · 2026-03-25 00:00

MEA reports a new record peak electricity demand of 8,815.22 MW in its service areas due to hot weather.

MEA announced that electricity demand in Bangkok, Nonthaburi, and Samut Prakan reached a new high of 8,815.22 MW on March 24, 2026, driven by extreme heat. This surpasses the previous record set just one day prior.

The continuous rise in peak demand highlights the increasing strain on the grid during hot seasons, emphasizing the need for robust infrastructure and energy conservation efforts.

Fast Facts

·Organization: MEA (Metropolitan Electricity Authority)
·Location: Bangkok, Nonthaburi, Samut Prakan, Thailand
·New Max Demand: 8,815.22 MW
·Date of New Peak: March 24, 2026
·Time of New Peak: 15:30 – 16:00
·Previous Max Demand: 8,756.31 MW
·Date of Previous Peak: March 23, 2026
·Cause: Hot weather

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MEA reports a new record peak electricity demand of 8,815.22 MW in its service areas due to hot weather.