solar power

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.

Practical ideas for cleaner energy

January 05, 2023 | 12:36

The world is facing unprecedented challenges to energy security, rising inflation, and a narrowing time window to limit dangerous global heating.

TH Group’s green-led innovations

December 09, 2022 | 10:21

Since its establishment 13 years ago, locally-invested TH Group has been pursuing sustainable development with a circular economy model, which helps protect the environment and public health.

Local-foreign tie-ups add to energy promise

December 08, 2022 | 09:00

Foreign direct investment continues to play a key role in driving Vietnam’s transition towards renewable energy via greenfield investments, as well as the merger and acquisition channels.

Coro Energy negotiating to purchase 3.25MW portfolio of leased rooftop solar in Vietnam

November 29, 2022 | 18:45

Coro Energy Plc. has begun negotiations to purchase a portfolio of leased rooftop solar projects in Vietnam with a combined generating capacity of 3.25MW.

Singapore's Leader Energy acquires Binh Thuan solar power plant

November 22, 2022 | 20:03

Singapore's Leader Energy has purchased 100 per cent equity stake of the 50MW Vinh Hao 6 solar power plant in the south-central province of Binh Thuan.

SK E&S sets solid footprint in renewable energy

November 19, 2022 | 08:00

SK E&S has bought a 99.99 per cent stake in New Renewable Energy JSC No.1.

Ministry of Industry and Trade may issue renewable energy price framework in late November

November 18, 2022 | 21:01

The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) is expected to complete the appraisal of the new renewable energy price framework on November 25-30.

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.