Legal reforms powering Vietnam’s energy transformation
March 21, 2025 | 14:39
VILAF experts Vo Ha Duyen, Mai Phuoc Thuan, and Ha Ngoc Hai examine the legal developments shaping Vietnam’s energy future.
Asia Clean Capital Vietnam receives prestigious awards
March 15, 2025 | 10:00
Two leaders from Asia Clean Capital Vietnam (ACCV) have been recognised with prestigious awards at Green Finance Week 2025 – Asia Edition. The event, organised by FirstVIEW, a leading global business intelligence company, took place on March 5, 2025, in Singapore.
Proposal made for direct purchase of biomass electricity
January 17, 2025 | 17:19
The MoIT has proposed biomass electricity be permitted to participate in the DPPA scheme.
Germany backs Vietnam in energy grid development
August 21, 2024 | 14:40
In July, the government issued a ruling on direct power purchase agreements (DPPAs). Dr. Oliver Massmann, partner and general director of consulting firm Duane Morris Vietnam LLC, spoke with VIR’s Khoi Nguyen about how the move will impact the energy sector in Vietnam, especially when it comes to German investors.
Navigating Asia-Pacific’s renewable energy landscape
August 15, 2024 | 15:23
Despite starting from a low base, renewable energy is experiencing robust growth in Asia-Pacific, with installed generation capacity increasing at an average compound annual growth rate of 9 per cent. By 2030, renewable energy is expected to account for 30-50 per cent of the power generation mix across most Asia-Pacific markets.
DPPA paves the way to energy transition
August 01, 2024 | 10:35
Direct power purchasing mechanisms pave the way for manufacturers to accelerate their emission reduction strategies by expanding the procurement of renewable energy.
Feasibility is a must for successful DPPA mechanism
August 01, 2024 | 10:30
A July government decree permits many kind of renewable energy projects to engage in direct power purchase agreements without using Vietnam Electricity transmission line.
DPPA approval a win for clean energy
July 23, 2024 | 10:50
The US Department of State’s Bureau of Energy Resources has applauded Vietnam’s direct power purchase agreement.
Samsung Electronics Vietnam to expand renewable energy procurement
July 12, 2024 | 12:23
Samsung Electronics Vietnam is on track to ramp up its climate action by expanding its procurement of renewable energy.
US applauds Vietnam for approving DPPA decree
July 06, 2024 | 10:46
The United States Mission to Vietnam has applauded the government for approving a decree on the direct power purchase agreement (DPPA).
Vietnam authorises DPPA for rooftop solar and biomass projects
July 04, 2024 | 15:52
A new decree focuses on rooftop solar, waste-to-energy, and biomass projects.
DPPA streamlining closer to acceptance
May 28, 2024 | 13:00
The business community has asked for relaxed regulations for large customers to be able to buy and sell electricity directly.
DPPA decree may require supplements
May 16, 2024 | 15:57
The draft decree on direct power purchase agreements, if adopted, will be a convenient mechanism for both renewable energy power generation projects and large customers, but there are still concerns about power transmission and expanding the number of electricity buyers.
Commerce chamber advocates power purchasing agreement, bypassing state utility EVN
May 08, 2024 | 12:13
The Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry has recommended allowing all businesses and individuals to purchase renewable energy directly.
MoIT proposes scheme to boost renewable energy procurement
April 17, 2024 | 14:05
The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) has put forward a proposal that would allow manufacturers to procure electricity from renewable energy plants.
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