Domestic firms make efforts to dominate energy technology sector

Domestic firms make efforts to dominate energy technology sector

As Vietnam seeks to shift its growth model towards productivity, technology and innovation, domestic companies are being called on to play a greater role in emerging industries. VIR’s Oanh Nguyen spoke with Nguyen Van Thien, deputy general director of domestic BESS manufacturer GG Power, about the role of local firms in developing Vietnam’s energy technology sector.
Vietnam's Electricity Authority and Global Energy Alliance strengthen cooperation

Vietnam's Electricity Authority and Global Energy Alliance strengthen cooperation

On August 24, the Electricity Authority of Vietnam (EAV), under the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) and the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in support of Vietnam'
Trinasolar powers 10 MWh solar and storage project in Phu Quoc

Trinasolar powers 10 MWh solar and storage project in Phu Quoc

Trinasolar has supplied a 3MWp solar PV system and a 10MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) for a solar-plus-storage project at Corona Resort in Phu Quoc.
Sharp acquires Vietnamese Solar EPC and O&M business

Sharp acquires Vietnamese Solar EPC and O&M business

On July 24, Sharp Energy Solutions Corporation (SESJ) announced that the company has acquired full ownership of a Vietnamese corporation, aiming for further business expansion in the growing Vietnamese market.
Constant Energy on Vietnam solar power and policy hurdles

Constant Energy on Vietnam solar power and policy hurdles

Constant Energy Vietnam's country manager Oscar Loza discusses the potential of Vietnam's commercial solar market and the policy barriers to long-term growth.
BESS poised to drive next phase of Vietnam's energy development

BESS poised to drive next phase of Vietnam's energy development

After the boom in solar and wind power, Vietnam's energy sector is entering a new phase of development, with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) emerging as a key focus.
Ministry backs local BESS production to boost renewable energy use

Ministry backs local BESS production to boost renewable energy use

The Ministry of Industry and Trade is backing domestic BESS production to strengthen Vietnam's clean energy industry.
EVN steps up investment in battery storage to support growing renewable capacity

EVN steps up investment in battery storage to support growing renewable capacity

Vietnam Electricity is accelerating the deployment of battery energy storage systems across its power network, as the country seeks to enhance grid stability and support the growing share of renewable energy.
Coro Energy to launch BESS Pilot in Vietnam

Coro Energy to launch BESS Pilot in Vietnam

Coro Energy PLC has signed a deal with Mobile World Group (MWG) for the delivery of a co-located Battery Energy Storage System Pilot (BESS Pilot).
Vietnam strengthens energy storage pathway

Vietnam strengthens energy storage pathway

Vietnam sharpened its national energy storage roadmap this week as government leaders and industrial operators aligned on BESS deployment.
GEAPP mobilises $1.7bn to power Southeast Asia’s clean energy shift

GEAPP mobilises $1.7bn to power Southeast Asia’s clean energy shift

GEAPP has unlocked $1.7 billion in financing in Southeast Asia to facilitate clean energy transition.
Vietnam pushes ahead with battery storage market plans

Vietnam pushes ahead with battery storage market plans

Experts meet in Hanoi as Vietnam steps up plans to build one of Southeast Asia’s largest battery storage markets.
BESS solutions build up steam in Vietnam

BESS solutions build up steam in Vietnam

As electricity demand surges and renewable energy integration strains the grid, battery energy storage systems are drawing strong interest from enterprises seeking to secure power stability and reduce curtailment.
ADB and GEAPP launch ENABLE platform to fast-track battery storage adoption

ADB and GEAPP launch ENABLE platform to fast-track battery storage adoption

The ADB and the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet have launched a battery storage initiative.
BESS Task Force to accelerate Vietnam’s clean energy transition

BESS Task Force to accelerate Vietnam’s clean energy transition

The Electricity Authority of Vietnam has officially launched the Battery Energy Storage System Task Force.