Thailand urged to increase proportion of renewable power generation

Thailand urged to increase proportion of renewable power generation

The Thai Government is being urged to increase the proportion of renewable power generation to more than the target of 50 per cent set in the power development plan (PDP).
Pricing structure not enough to clinch nation’s energy goals

Pricing structure not enough to clinch nation’s energy goals

Ineffective pricing mechanisms could result in slowed or halted investment in wind and solar energy projects in Vietnam, making it harder to ensure a just energy transition.
EVN proposes development of renewable power in northern region

EVN proposes development of renewable power in northern region

EVN has proposed to the Government and relevant ministries and sectors a number of measures to ensure power supply, especially in the northern region, including the issuance of mechanisms to develop renewable energy in the region.
FiT revamp vulnerable to speculation

FiT revamp vulnerable to speculation

Despite bankability concerns inherent in power purchase agreements, investing in renewable power is a bright spot in Vietnam as developers rush to take advantage of the current feed-in tariff. Some local developers, however, seem to be just in it for the money, harming the chances of latecomers and potentially causing delays in installation.
Renewable sources must be close to consumers

Renewable sources must be close to consumers

Renewable power facilities should be built in localities where strong consumption exists and electricity transmission is direct to avoid power loss, business leaders said on Wednesday.
Renewable energy to dispel outages

Renewable energy to dispel outages

The country is forecast to face bigger power shortages after 2020 due to many power projects in the revised master power plan falling behind schedule, especially in southern provinces.