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Energizing second transformer at Nam Cam 220kV Substation

17:47, 28/05/2026

On the morning of 28 May 2026, the National Power Transmission Corporation (EVNNPT), Power Transmission Company 1 (PTC1), in coordination with the Northern Power System Dispatch Center and related units, successfully energized the second transformer (AT1) at the Nam Cam 220kV Substation (Nghe An...

Extreme heat pushes Vietnam's power consumption to new record

17:01, 27/05/2026

In northern Vietnam alone, peak capacity climbed to 29,667MW on May 25, around 1,700MW higher than the previous day and 5.3% above the 2025 record. The region accounted for more than half of the country’s total electricity consumption, using 603 million kWh.

Effective measures to save electricity during hot weather

16:58, 27/05/2026

As the peak hot season begins, electricity demand is rising sharply. To better manage and save electricity, people are advised to use appliances with energy-saving labels, regularly clean and maintain electrical devices, and unplug appliances when not in use.

Electricians stay on grid in summer “furnace”

17:37, 26/05/2026

Scorching heat has caused electricity demand to surge, placing heavy pressure on efforts to ensure power supply. To keep electricity flowing smoothly for daily life and production, electrical workers are braving the blazing sun to carry out on-site operations, inspect, and repair the power grid....

Putting into operation AT7 transformer at Ha Dong 220kV Substation, increasing Hanoi's power supply capacity during hot season

17:44, 25/05/2026

The AT7 transformer, part of the project to increase the capacity of the Ha Dong 220kV Substation (Hanoi), was successfully energized on the morning of 24 May 2026, by the National Power Transmission Corporation (EVNNPT), Power Transmission Company 1 (PTC1), in coordination with the Northern Power...

Hot season 2026: EVN rolls out synchronized measures to ensure power supply and promote electricity saving

17:41, 25/05/2026

In response to developments during the 2026 hot season, EVN has required Power Corporations to implement a range of synchronized measures to ensure a safe and stable electricity supply, while also strengthening customer care, communication, and guidance on economical and efficient electricity use.

Northern power firm urges energy saving as demand nears record highs

16:55, 25/05/2026

EVNNPC reported that peak demand (Pmax) across 17 northern provinces and cities under its management (excluding Hanoi) remained elevated over the past weekend, reaching 18,666 MW on May 23 and 18,387 MW on May 24—significantly higher than the Pmax of 15,940 MW seen in May 2025.

EVN orders stable power supply as heat intensifies

14:37, 25/05/2026

Power companies must carry out regular grid inspections and maintenance to keep operations safe and efficient, minimise localised overloads and reduce the risk of supply disrupting incidents.

EVN Chairman Dang Hoang An meets with Électricité de France (EDF) delegation

16:31, 22/05/2026

On May 22 in Hanoi, Mr. Dang Hoang An – Chairman of the Board of Directors of Vietnam Electricity (EVN) – received and held a working meeting with a delegation from Électricité de France (EDF) to discuss cooperation activities in the energy sector.

EVN Vice President Nguyen Dinh Phuoc meets with United States Trade and Development Agency (USTDA)

14:47, 19/05/2026

On the morning of May 19 in Hanoi, EVN Vice President Nguyen Dinh Phuoc received and held a working session with a delegation from the United States Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) to discuss several potential areas of cooperation.

EVNGENCO1 proposes three floating solar power projects in Lam Dong

10:28, 15/05/2026

The projects are expected to help optimise the use of existing reservoir infrastructure, supplement clean electricity supplies for the national grid, and support the development of green energy in line with the revised Power Development Plan VIII.

Proactively securing coal supply, Vinh Tan 4 Thermal Power Plant prepared to respond to electricity generation requests

17:54, 14/05/2026

With more than 1.72 million tons of coal imported since the beginning of the year and unloading productivity at the port surpassing plans, Vinh Tan 4 Thermal Power Plant is maintaining a safe fuel reserve level, ready to meet high-capacity generation scenarios.