Rethink imperative for offshore wind agenda

Rethink imperative for offshore wind agenda

Barriers continue to frustrate investors and stall Vietnam’s clean energy goals, putting 2030 targets in jeopardy and the offshore wind industry in dire straits.
Investors expect engagement for offshore wind

Investors expect engagement for offshore wind

The Vietnamese government is speeding up the progress of drafting offshore wind (OSW) regulations with a series of meetings in recent times, recognising that the amendment to the Electricity Law needs support to initiate the first pilot projects.
Progress demanded for offshore wind

Progress demanded for offshore wind

The Ministry of Industry and Trade has proposed that two state-owned energy corporations or military-run units be selected to develop offshore wind power projects, although the sector is still struggling with complex processes.
Measures for offshore wind must be carried out rapidly

Measures for offshore wind must be carried out rapidly

Vietnam’s ambition to achieve 6GW of offshore wind capacity by 2030 is increasingly adrift, with not enough work carried out on legalities and developer support.
Progress underway for exporting wind power from Vietnam to Singapore

Progress underway for exporting wind power from Vietnam to Singapore

Singapore is facilitating the export of offshore wind power from Vietnam.
Wind ventures on radar for PNE

Wind ventures on radar for PNE

German project developer PNE AG plans to build up to three offshore wind farms off the coast of the south-central province of Binh Dinh with a capacity of up to 2GW and investment capital of $4.6 billion.
Vietnam stays committed to developing clean and renewable energy

Vietnam stays committed to developing clean and renewable energy

Vietnam remains committed and focused on enhancing the development of hydrogen energy production and hydrogen-source fuels in regions with potential and advantages in renewable energy, close to major consumer markets.
Marine planning a prerequisite for offshore investment plans

Marine planning a prerequisite for offshore investment plans

Vietnam may require a more active planning process and appropriate policies to reach its offshore wind capacity goal of 6GW by 2030.
Clarity still to be obtained for offshore wind policy

Clarity still to be obtained for offshore wind policy

Marine survey licensing for offshore wind farms in Vietnam may be dealt with by the end of the third quarter.
Vietnam’s offshore wind realm remains in a muddle

Vietnam’s offshore wind realm remains in a muddle

The strategy for renewable energy development being in limbo is holding back offshore wind power prospects in Vietnam.
Bespoke answers vital for offshore wind gains

Bespoke answers vital for offshore wind gains

Offshore wind is one of the fastest-growing energy sectors in the world, and is set to be a transformative force for the global energy transition.
Moves made to tighten up offshore approval rulings

Moves made to tighten up offshore approval rulings

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment has proposed to the prime minister a temporary freeze on valuations and approvals to study offshore wind projects until existing regulations and technical issues have been removed.
Offshore wind bonanza within reach for the country

Offshore wind bonanza within reach for the country

Vietnam’s offshore wind potential comes with its own set of hurdles and restrictions. David Harrison, partner at Mayer Brown’s Vietnam Office, talked with VIR’s Nguyen Thu about wind energy’s role in Vietnam’s energy transition.
Offshore wind future in balance for Vietnam

Offshore wind future in balance for Vietnam

The long-awaited Power Development Plan VIII is set to target the development of about 7GW of offshore wind power in Vietnam. However, both investors and localities are waiting for a clearer roadmap.
Roadmap recommended for offshore wind power development

Roadmap recommended for offshore wind power development

Vietnam is capable of generating 10 GW of electricity by offshore wind farms by 2030, suggested studies carried out by the Danish Energy Agency (DEA) and the World Bank (WB).
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