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Ministry urges production electricity tariffs for data centres

Ministry urges production electricity tariffs for data centres

The Ministry of Science and Technology has urged the Ministry of Industry and Trade to instruct EVN to implement the guidance on the application of electricity tariffs to data centres consistently nationwide and maintain uninterrupted electricity supplies to data centres.
Power shortage risk rises as AI, data centres and rail drive demand

Power shortage risk rises as AI, data centres and rail drive demand

Việt Nam faces rising risks of power shortages through the end of the decade as electricity demand from data centres, artificial intelligence (AI), semiconductor manufacturing and electrified transport is booming.
Clearer rules needed to turn green power into competitive advantage

Clearer rules needed to turn green power into competitive advantage

Access to stable green energy at reasonable costs is now becoming the decisive factor as green power is directly affecting investment decisions by multinational corporations, the ability to retain export orders and businesses'' participation in global value chains.
Power market bottlenecks must be tackled to ensure supply for growth goals

Power market bottlenecks must be tackled to ensure supply for growth goals

The National Power System and Market Operation Company (NSMO) forecasts that nationwide peak demand could approach 100,000-110,000 MW by 2030, almost double current levels.
Cà Mau launches 96.4 million wind power project

Cà Mau launches $96.4 million wind power project

Once completed, the wind farm is expected to generate an average of 144 million kWh of electricity annually.
2026 price cap set for gas-fired power generation at 13 cents/kWh

2026 price cap set for gas-fired power generation at 13 cents/kWh

The ministry has instructed Vietnam Electricity (EVN) and power producers to use the approved price framework when negotiating and signing power purchase agreements (PPAs).
Energy independence becomes strategic priority for Vietnamese businesses

Energy independence becomes strategic priority for Vietnamese businesses

Achieving greater energy independence is becoming increasingly important for Vietnamese businesses as electrification, digital transformation and the global transition towards low-carbon development reshape manufacturing, supply chains and international trade.
Smart grid powers Hà Nộis digital transformation under Resolution 57

Smart grid powers Hà Nội’s digital transformation under Resolution 57

Hà Nội’s power sector is accelerating the shift towards a data-driven smart grid, demonstrating how science, technology and digital transformation under Resolution 57 are being applied to modernise critical infrastructure.
EVN secures coal supply for power generation

EVN secures coal supply for power generation

EVN is stepping up fuel procurement, energy conservation and rooftop solar development to safeguard power supply amid volatile global energy markets.
Ministry reviews policy designs for competitive electricity market

Ministry reviews policy designs for competitive electricity market

The Ministry of Industry and Trade held a technical consultation meeting on May 16 to review and adjust the policy design for the country''s competitive electricity market.
Sơn La breaks ground on nearly 115 million wind power plant

Sơn La breaks ground on nearly $115 million wind power plant

Once operational, the plant is expected to supply more than 230 million kWh of clean electricity annually to the national grid.
EVN clarifies record profits in 2025, says parent company still carries losses

EVN clarifies record profits in 2025, says parent company still carries losses

EVN has defended its 2025 profit surge and VNĐ152 trillion ($5.8 billion) in bank deposits, saying the funds are needed for operations, debt repayments and future investments, while accumulated losses remain at the parent company.
SEVT becomes first buyer under Việt Nams DPPA scheme

SEVT becomes first buyer under Việt Nam’s DPPA scheme

A landmark electricity deal marks a new step in Việt Nam’s clean energy transition as a global manufacturer becomes the first to buy renewable power directly from a producer through the national grid.
Deputy PM orders faster implementation of key energy projects amid delays

Deputy PM orders faster implementation of key energy projects amid delays

Deputy Prime Minister Phạm Gia Túc has ordered the acceleration of major power and energy projects to ensure they meet energy security and economic growth targets.
New evening peak-hour electricity pricing proposed to start in June

New evening peak-hour electricity pricing proposed to start in June

The National Power System and Market Operation Company Limited (NSMO) has proposed applying new electricity peak-hour pricing from June 1, as scorching weather and rising demand put mounting pressure on the grid, particularly in northern Việt Nam.