World embraces challenge to phase out coal generation
November 12, 2021 | 12:22
Vietnam has joined a list of 190 nations and organisations pledging a phasing out of coal-fuelled power generation and stopping the creation of new plants, giving it a series of tasks for the country to achieve in order to meet its ambitions.
Vietnam joining to clear commitments to phase out coal power
November 05, 2021 | 11:00
A 190-strong coalition, including Vietnam, has agreed to both phase out coal power and end support for new coal power plants.
Financial powers scratch heads over coal shift
August 25, 2021 | 11:00
International institutions are making plans to buy off some of Vietnam’s coal-fired power plants to shut them down as quickly as possible – but while this could reduce greenhouse gas emissions dramatically, national energy security needs to be kept in balance.
Mitsubishi to build onshore wind farm in Laos to sell electricity to Vietnam
June 18, 2021 | 23:42
Mitsubishi Corporation will build an onshore wind farm based in Laos, which could then sell electricity to Vietnam.
Debate intensifies on future of coal
May 11, 2021 | 15:00
After one major South Korean coal-fired power financier decided last month to withdraw its participation in foreign markets in the sector, questions have arisen on the feasibility of planned coal-based ventures. However, several experts evaluate the move as a signal for Vietnam to step up the transition from fossil fuels to renewable energies.
Siemens shifts away from coal as it wins spin-off backing
July 10, 2020 | 08:40
German industrial giant Siemens on Thursday unveiled plans to set its energy subsidiary on the road towards a coal-power-free future, as it won backing from shareholders to spin off the unit.
Banpu enters Vietnamese power generation market
February 27, 2020 | 16:38
Thailand’s Banpu Power Pcl. is cementing its footprint in Vietnam, taking the view that the country is a more promising investment destination.
Australia, China deny ban on coal imports amid tensions
February 23, 2019 | 10:05
China and Australia on Friday (Feb 22) denied reports Australian coal was being blocked from entering the Asian country, with Canberra seeking to quell fears that worsening diplomatic tensions are damaging the nations' crucial trading relationship.
Vietnamese coal in a tight spot
April 03, 2018 | 08:00
Coal is imported more and more, due to some coal thermal power plants are putting into opearation and imported coal is cheaper.
Vinacomin’s successful dig for coal tax relief
October 09, 2012 | 09:43
Vinacomin will enjoy export tax relief to save its business activity despite protests of some economic experts against the revision.
Tax cut will help Vinacomin maintain business: official
September 12, 2012 | 10:13
The Ministry of Industry and Trade proposes lowering the coal export tariff in a bid to help Vietnam National Coal and Mineral Industries Group (Vinacomin) survive the tough times and preserve its credit rating to take out soft loans.
Vinacomin calls for SOS
August 27, 2012 | 14:13
State miner Vinacomin is seeking policy support to tackle growing coal inventory.
Obama, Romney tilt at windmills, wage coal wars
August 15, 2012 | 13:31
A feud over past and future energy fueled increasing bitterness in the fight between President Barack Obama and Republican Mitt Romney on Tuesday as both mined for votes in swing states.
Vinacomin wants coal export tax cut to avoid losses
August 01, 2012 | 08:50
The Vietnam National Coal, Mineral Industries Holding Corporation (Vinacomin) has petitioned the government to reduced the coal export tax from 20 to 10 per cent this year to help the corporation avoid further losses.
Vietmindo’s BCC bad energy
June 15, 2012 | 13:49
An Indonesia-backed mining business cooperation contract is showing signs of violating contract terms with potential threat to national energy security.
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