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Vietnam energy security and infrastructure development

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2026-11-07 07:37 UTC → 2026-11-09 23:39 UTC · added ~~removed~~

Vietnam is navigating complex energy challenges involving long-term supply security, infrastructure safety, and industrial demand. The Ministry of Industry and Trade has warned of a potential electricity deficit of approximately 4,256 MW by 2027, which could escalate to nearly 14,000 MW by 2030. To mitigate these risks, the Prime Minister has ordered immediate measures for the 2027–2030 period, including promoting rooftop solar for self-consumption and installing Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). By late 2026, the nation is advancing energy autonomy through Resolution 70-NQ/TW and Government Resolution 328/NQ-CP. To manage potential imbalances during 2026–2028, Directive 10 mandates a minimum 3% reduction in total national electricity consumption for 2026. Regional production projections for 2025 show the North relying on coal and hydropower, the Central region heavily on renewables, and the South on coal and gas. Recent operational data shows significant growth in output. PV Power reported a 19% increase in electricity output for the first nine months of 2026, driven by improved technical management at facilities like Vung Ang 1 and Nhon Trach. Nationally, electricity production and imports rose 14.3% in October 2026 compared to the previous year. ~~To ensure stability, authorities are mobilizing coal-fired thermal plants and managing hydroelectric output amid low rainfall.~~ Infrastructure expansion ~~continues with the Quang Trach I Thermal Power Plant supplying the grid and the commencement of the~~ is accelerating to meet rising demand. The 7,771 billion VND Van Canh 2 wind power project has officially commenced construction in Gia ~~Lai.~~ Lai province, with a capacity of 180MW expected to supply 623 million kWh annually. Additionally, Vietnam Electricity (EVN) has directed the National Power Transmission Corporation (EVNNPT) to prioritize grid expansion through 2030, with plans to execute 505 projects under the adjusted Power Development Plan VIII. To support grid stability, green credit is being utilized for an eight-year loan involving lenders from China, South Korea, Taiwan, and Thailand to implement BESS at 70 existing substations.

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