PDP8

Fugro extends MoU with PTSC G&S to support offshore wind growth

January 14, 2026 | 15:59

Fugro has extended its partnership with PTSC G&S to support Vietnam’s oil and gas sector and the country’s growing OSW ambitions.

Vietnam steps up green transformation with strong policies and rising investment demand

December 06, 2025 | 12:07

Vietnam now has both the policy framework and strategic directions to accelerate sustainable development and accelerate the green energy transition.

EVN and MoIT drive Vietnam’s green energy transition under Resolution 70

October 31, 2025 | 09:36

EVN is investing in clean power and digital transformation, while the MoIT is streamlining policies to unlock investment in renewables and smart grids.

UK a long-standing partner in Vietnam’s energy mix plans

July 29, 2025 | 14:17

Vietnam has set ambitious goals for sustainable growth, with its revised Power Development Plan VIII (PDP8) positioning the country as a regional leader in clean energy. Central to this vision is the expansion of large-scale renewable energy generation, including new offshore wind (OSW) power.

Offshore wind promising, but implementation gaps remain

July 16, 2025 | 10:00

Danish energy investors, known for their offshore wind capabilities, remain cautiously optimistic about Vietnam’s renewable ambitions. Danish Ambassador Nicolai Prytz talked with VIR’s Nguyen Thu about the pros and cons of Vietnam’s journey in this field, and calls for stronger regulatory clarity to unlock the full potential of bilateral cooperation.

New life injected into idle ventures in LNG

May 19, 2025 | 10:46

Global energy giants and financial investors are renewing their interest in Vietnam’s evolving liquefied natural gas (LNG) landscape, breathing new life into several long-stalled power ventures.

Vietnam aspires to greener and smarter energy future

May 10, 2025 | 11:00

In a significant stride towards sustainable energy transformation, Vietnam has approved revisions to the Power Development Plan VIII (PDP8), outlining the country’s electricity roadmap with a forward-looking vision to 2050.

Implementation plan next for revised PDP8

May 10, 2025 | 10:00

In the country’s revised power plan, approved in April, targets for the nation’s power capacity have almost tripled within just five years.

Procedure delays loom over solar ventures

April 22, 2025 | 15:16

Though a newly issued electricity price framework offers a basis for initial financial calculations, investors remain cautious as multiple regulatory and procedural hurdles persist before projects can move forward.

Offshore wind development plans receive new lease of life

March 21, 2025 | 15:30

The government has put across its strong support for offshore wind development and improving the legal system for foreign investors.

Ninh Thuan’s renewable projects facing delays

October 08, 2024 | 11:47

Two solar power projects in Ninh Thuan are awaiting a revised implementation plan for an extension, while wind power projects have yet to begin construction.

South Korean conglomerates seek investment framework for wind and gas energy

July 01, 2024 | 19:01

Several South Korean conglomerates want legal and financial support to facilitate investments in wind and gas power projects.

Vietnamese power sector is a beacon of prospects

May 28, 2024 | 11:32

Vietnam’s power sector is set to maintain its momentum with the initiation of the Power Development Plan VIII (PDP8) implementation plan, approved in April.

Vietnam explores bypassing EVN on direct rooftop solar sales

May 22, 2024 | 09:34

Rooftop solar, waste-to-energy, and biomass power projects may soon bypass state utility EVN for direct sales, according to Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha.