Draft on new green power pricing structure expected in November
September 03, 2023 | 15:47
The MoIT is expected to propose a draft on new solar and wind power pricing structures in November.
From aspiration to reality for PDP8
June 20, 2023 | 11:29
Weeks after the Vietnamese prime minister approved the national power development plan for 2021-2030 (PDP8), Hanoi and other major northern cities of Vietnam experienced serious electricity supply crunch.
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.
CME Solar offers scholarships to poor students in Tinh Bien
June 11, 2023 | 12:50
CME Solar has carried out an initiative granting scholarships and educational support packages to students and residents of Tinh Bien town in the southern province of An Giang.
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.
Malaysians tend to use solar power in concern of power bills
June 06, 2023 | 14:30
More Malaysian households and businesses are installing solar photovoltaic (PV) panels in a bid to bring down monthly electricity bills.
All systems go for energy security
May 23, 2023 | 10:39
The newly approved Power Development Plan VIII for 2021-2030, with a vision to 2050, is designed to improve the country’s energy security and set out a roadmap for developing energy sources towards a green path. However, realising the targets will be a profound challenge for all involved.
PM urges solutions to ensure power supply
May 19, 2023 | 10:03
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh stressed the need to take short-term solutions to ensure enough electricity for production, business and daily use at a meeting between permanent Cabinet members and ministries and agencies in Hanoi on May 18.
Pricing structure not enough to clinch nation’s energy goals
March 23, 2023 | 15:24
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.
Solar data scrutiny the latest pain point for PDP progress
March 09, 2023 | 14:38
The country’s Power Development Plan VIII is now roughly three years behind schedule and way off the prime minister’s demand that “preparation must be one step ahead” because of disparities in solar power statistics.
BayWa r.e. and Icebug race to reduce carbon footprint in the footwear and apparel industry
March 08, 2023 | 10:59
BayWa r.e. has announced its collaboration with Icebug for the Decarbonising Apparel Manufacturing in Vietnam programme.
Burdens still to be tackled to ensure efficient DPPA pilot
February 22, 2023 | 16:52
Foreign investors have been closely monitoring a proposed pilot on the direct power purchase agreements in Vietnam, especially those with a long-term business strategy in renewable energy. However, the country’s limited mechanisms may mean the long-term goals will be difficult to attain.
Super Energy Group powers ahead with expansion
February 08, 2023 | 14:28
Thailand’s Super Energy Group is demonstrating its commitment in the Vietnamese market through expanding investment and its portfolio.
Rising energy costs to require roadmap for businesses’ timely adjustment of strategies
January 19, 2023 | 10:00
The Vietnamese industrial sector may need to reevaluate in order to minimise the effect of rising power costs.
Energy security deemed more likely with appropriate offshore wind strategy
January 11, 2023 | 16:01
Offshore wind power is not only expected to contribute to Vietnam’s net-zero goal by 2050 but also help with the country’s ever-increasing hunger for energy.
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