Vietnam smarten power systems

How can Viet Nam become a smarter power system?

This has been a policy challenge for the industry to achieve more substantial progress in smart grids, making the power system not only more modern but also a smarter one for Viet Nam. Regulations for smart appliances capable of adjusting the demand based on supply conditions or electricity tariff.

Does Vietnam have a smart grid development roadmap?

Vietnam has been implementing the current Smart Grid Development Roadmap since 2012, following the Prime Minister’s Decision No. 1670/QD-TTg dated 8 November 2012. However, as stated in this project TOR, the existing roadmap has not been updated to align with Vietnam's evolving policies and the significant growth in renewable energy sources.

Can battery energy storage systems stabilize Vietnam's grid?

Sunita Dubey and Hyunjung Lee share how Vietnam is leveraging Battery Energy Storage Systems to stabilize their grid and accelerate the energy transition.

Can Bess be integrated into Vietnam's power grid?

In an effort to facilitate the integration of BESS into Vietnam’s power grid, the Electricity and Renewable Energy Authority (EREA) of the Ministry of Industry and Trade recently hosted a technical workshop in collaboration with GEAPP.

Will Vietnam build a better energy future?

Building a cheaper, cleaner, and more secure energy future for Vietnam will not happen overnight. Other markets further along in development of renewable power greatly benefited from the support of the government.

Who manages the power sector in Vietnam?

The Vietnamese power sector is managed by the Government through the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MOIT), the Commission for Management of State Capital at Enterprises (CMSC) and other lines ministries. There are four key departments and agencies under MOIT authorised with mandates to regulate the power sector.