electricity

Energy independence becomes strategic priority for Vietnamese businesses

Thursday, Jul 16, 2026

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 Nội’s digital transformation under Resolution 57

Tuesday, Jul 07, 2026

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

Monday, Jun 22, 2026

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

Wednesday, Jun 17, 2026

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

Thursday, Jun 11, 2026

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

Monday, Jun 08, 2026

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 Nam’s DPPA scheme

Monday, Jun 01, 2026

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

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

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

Tuesday, May 26, 2026

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.

Việt Nam under pressure to scale up battery storage to support renewable growth

Saturday, Apr 25, 2026

Việt Nam is under pressure to position battery energy storage systems (BESS) as strategic energy infrastructure, as fast-growing renewable capacity highlights grid stability challenges and opens up a multi-billion-dollar market for domestic firms.

Việt Nam must improve DPPA, energy storage framework to accelerate green transition

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

Organised by the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) and Diễn Đàn Doanh Nghiệp (Business Forum) magazine, the event gathered policymakers and industry representatives to discuss how to accelerate renewable energy adoption and ensure stable power supply.