HCMC proposes 6,000MW Can Gio offshore wind power plant in PDP8
June 16, 2023 | 14:27
Ho Chi Minh City Department of Industry and Trade has put forth a proposal to add the Can Gio offshore wind power plant to the PDP8.
Localities pinning hopes on PDP8 to help beat the heat
June 14, 2023 | 15:46
With clear evidence that Vietnam’s electricity structure is creaking under the current heat and grid overload, the Power Development Plan VIII contains the acute task of successfully implementing an equitable energy transition in association with smart grid construction and advanced power system management in line with a greener outlook.
Wheels begin to turn for energy plan
June 08, 2023 | 10:40
The newly approved Power Development Plan VIII could open up new space for the country to realise its green path and eliminate bottlenecks in deploying renewable energy.
Power plan a leap in the right direction for 2050 ambitions
June 08, 2023 | 08:00
Vietnam’s Power Development Plan VIII (PDP8) will enable the power sector to align with the nation’s international commitments, including the Just Energy Transition Partnership. It is the dawn of green and sustainable development for the sector, with the hope of restarting pending power projects and contributing to net-zero commitments by 2050.
A well-planned greener transition through PDP8
June 07, 2023 | 18:00
Vietnam’s new energy strategy towards 2030 lays down the path for electricity development for this decade and with a vision to 2050, in accordance with its international climate combat commitments.
Power overhaul plan picks up steam
May 31, 2023 | 18:00
The newly approved Power Development Plan for this decade heads up a charge to adhere to Vietnam’s strong commitments to net-zero, but there is still an enormous amount of work to be done.
PDP8 officially authorised: 2050 approach
May 17, 2023 | 11:54
The objective of the PDP8 is to develop renewable energy sources for electricity generation to cover 67.7-71.5 per cent of the total by 2050.
PDP8 approval faces further delays
May 06, 2023 | 12:38
The MoIT plans to propose policies for implementing the new power development pilot scheme once the prime minister's approval is obtained by mid-May.
Foreign-invested groups propose early implementation of PDP8
April 24, 2023 | 12:38
The Ministry of Industry and Trade is urged to complete the latest draft of PDP8, which will be submitted to the prime minister for approval in May.
Ensuring the new PDP meets power source criteria
March 09, 2023 | 13:00
The Ministry of Industry and Trade was allotted 10 years to reinterpret solar data in the Power Development Plan VIII, yet delays continue to plague it. Van Nguyen of VIR sat down with Dr. Ngo Duc Lam, former deputy director of the Institute of Energy, about the current situation.
Wind survey snags concern developers
March 09, 2023 | 10:00
Offshore wind prospects in Vietnam are seeking stability as applications for project field surveys and wind assessments are being postponed, with developers waiting for a decree amendment on the use of marine resources.
Assessing the dual features of nation’s energy plan and PDP8
February 15, 2023 | 11:05
Vietnam’s immediate prime concern is to conclude its energy plans and establish a blueprint for sustainable growth. The Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology’s Dr. Bui Huy Phung, a former member of the Power Development Plan VII (PDP7) Appraisal Council, responded to VIR’s Hai Van on this topic.
Vietnam fosters shift to renewable energy
January 20, 2023 | 09:58
With an emphasis on sustainable power, the Vietnamese government has enacted several procedures and regulations to foster an equitable energy transition.
Newest draft of Power Development Plan VIII comes with several highlights
November 16, 2022 | 19:25
Stakeholders expect the latest draft of the Power Development Plan VIII (PDP 8) to be soon approved, paving the way to kick-start fresh investment projects in the power sector.
Potential of acquisition of offshore wind technology in Vietnam
November 09, 2022 | 09:30
Wind power is increasingly important as countries embrace their sustainable development journeys. Henri Wasnick, renewable energy advisor for GIZ Energy’s Support Programme (German Cooperation), digs into what Vietnam should do to achieve the country’s energy mix target in the shortest possible time.
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