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Energy security push gains urgency as global risks rise

15:38, 02/04/2026

While Middle East tensions do not alter Vietnam’s strategic direction, they serve as a practical stress test for the country’s energy strategy.

PM requests enhancing power saving, accelerating rooftop solar rollout

17:02, 31/03/2026

The directive underscores the top and urgent priority to ensure safe, stable and uninterrupted power supply for production and daily life is saying that these hold decisive importance for economic growth and national energy security.

Directive No. 10/CT-TTg dated March 30, 2026, on strengthening implementation of electricity saving and development of rooftop solar power

15:06, 31/03/2026

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has signed and promulgated Directive No. 10/CT-TTg dated March 30, 2026, on strengthening the implementation of electricity saving and the development of rooftop solar power.

Vietnam saves 463,000 kWh during Earth Hour 2026

15:36, 30/03/2026

Vietnam marked Earth Hour 2026 by saving an estimated 463,000 kWh of electricity, as households and businesses nationwide switched off their lights from 8:30 to 9:30 pm on March 28, according to the National System and Market Operation Company (NSMO).

Complete 4 circuits of 500kV Transmission Lines connected from Vinh Yen 500kV Substation

15:28, 30/03/2026

In the early morning of March 30, the National Power Transmission Corporation (EVNNPT) and the Northern Power Project Management Board (NPMB), in coordination with the National Power System and Market Operation Company Limited (NSMO), successfully energized 4 circuits of 500kV transmission lines...

Installation of second transformer at Phong Dien 220kV Substation increases capacity to release power from power plants

15:08, 30/03/2026

On 30 March 2026, in Phong Dien ward (Hue City), Power Transmission Company 2 (PTC2) held a groundbreaking ceremony for the installation of the second transformer at Phong Dien 220kV Substation. The work is expected to be commissioned and put into operation by the end of 2026.

Implementation of transmission project construction to ensure power supply for Quang Ngai province

15:25, 28/03/2026

On March 27, in Quang Ngai, the National Power Transmission Corporation (EVNNPT) and the Central Power Project Management Board (CPMB), in coordination with relevant units, launched the construction of the Dung Quat 2 220kV Substation project and the Dung Quat – Dung Quat 2 220kV transmission line.

Construction commencement of Quynh Luu 500kV Substation and Connection Line Project

15:01, 28/03/2026

On 28 March 2026, in Nghe An, the National Power Transmission Corporation (EVNNPT), in coordination with the Northern Power Projects Management Board (NPMB) and related units, held a ceremony to commence construction of the Quynh Luu 500kV Substation and connection line project.

Hanoi launches response to Earth Hour 2026 and summer peak campaign on efficient energy use

10:44, 28/03/2026

The launching ceremony for the 2026 Earth Hour and summer peak campaign on energy saving and efficiency in Hanoi was held on the morning of March 28, 2026, at Thong Nhat Park, Hai Ba Trung Ward. Within the framework of the program, Vietnam Electricity (EVN) called on the community to use electricity...

EVN and its units actively respond to Earth Hour 2026 campaign

10:41, 28/03/2026

In response to the Earth Hour 2026 Campaign launched by the Ministry of Industry and Trade, Vietnam Electricity (EVN) has proactively and effectively coordinated the unified implementation of a wide range of communication, advocacy, and execution activities nationwide, contributing to the strong...

Efforts made to keep Bac Ai pumped-storage hydropower project on schedule

10:37, 28/03/2026

The project, which is included in the approved National Power Development Plan for 2021–2030 with a vision towards 2050, is developed to strengthen national energy security, support a circular economy and contribute to Vietnam’s commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, as pledged at the...

EVN signs power purchase agreement for Hiep Phuoc LNG power plant project

17:40, 27/03/2026

On the evening of March 26, 2026, in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Electricity (EVN) and Hiep Phuoc Power Company Limited officially signed the Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for the Hiep Phuoc LNG Power Plant – Phase I, and simultaneously held the project’s groundbreaking ceremony in Hiep Phuoc...