DPPA

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.