- MAHLE commissions new 1 MWp rooftop solar installation at its Samut Prakan facility in Thailand
- Installation is expected to generate around 1,100 MWh of renewable electricity annually, covering approximately 14 percent of the plant's electricity demand
- Helps to avoid around 540 tons of CO2 emissions per year
- Supports MAHLE Group's target to reduce Scope 1 and 2 CO2 emissions by 65% by 2030
MAHLE has taken another step in reducing operational emissions at its production facility in Samut Prakan, Thailand. The plant now operates a photovoltaic (PV) system comprising 1,639 solar panels with an installed capacity of 1 megawatt-peak (MWp). The installation is expected to supply approximately 14 percent of the facility's annual electricity demand, generating around 1,100 MWh of renewable electricity and avoiding up to 540 tons of CO2 emissions each year. This solar rooftop project supports MAHLE Group's CO2 Roadmap, which targets a 65 percent reduction in direct greenhouse gas emissions from operations (Scope 1) and indirect emissions associated with purchased electricity, steam, heating and cooling (Scope 2) by 2030.
As one of the key manufacturing locations in Southeast Asia, the MAHLE Samut Prakan plant has established on-site renewable energy generation capacity for the first time. "Generating renewable electricity directly at our site helps us to reduce emissions while strengthening the long-term resilience of our operations," said Zeho I, Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President of MAHLE Siam Filter Systems. "Our associates take great pride in contributing to a reduction of operational emissions and supporting our sustainability goals."
MAHLE Siam Filter Systems in Samut Prakan is an established manufacturing location in Southeast Asia.
The solar project has been developed under a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) model. This enables MAHLE in Thailand to utilize renewable electricity on site without upfront capital investment while ensuring long-term energy cost stability and supporting a gradual transition toward future system ownership.
The project demonstrates how regional manufacturing sites can contribute to MAHLE Group's transformation efforts. By implementing locally tailored sustainability initiatives, the company continues to advance the decarbonization of its worldwide production network. Renewable energy generation forms one of the key pillars of the decarbonization strategy of MAHLE, alongside energy efficiency improvements, green electricity sourcing and site-specific emission reduction measures across its global operations.
Zeho I, Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President of MAHLE Siam Filter Systems.
MAHLE Siam Filter Systems in Samut Prakan is an established manufacturing location in Southeast Asia. Founded in 1981, the plant covers a total area of 47,300 square meters and employs 377 associates. The facility manufactures a range of products for the automotive industry, including aluminum oil coolers and oil warmers, oil filters, cylinder head covers, and air cleaners. Serving customers in Thailand and international markets, the site plays an important role in the global MAHLE production network and contributes to the company's efforts to reduce operational emissions and increase the use of renewable energy.