Vietnam's Ho Chi Minh City Embraces Offshore Wind Power and Hydrogen Projects
Key Ideas
- Two investors propose offshore wind power projects totaling 7 GW off the island district of Can Gio, with one project including green hydrogen production.
- Vietnam plans to increase onshore and offshore wind capacity by 2030 as part of its National Electricity Development Plan.
- Hydrogen development strategy aims to produce 100-500 kt/year of hydrogen by 2030 using renewable energy sources.
- Projects signify a positive step towards sustainable energy production and reducing carbon emissions in Vietnam.
The municipal Department of Industry and Trade in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, has revealed plans for two offshore wind power projects proposed by investors, totaling 7 GW in capacity. One project involves a 1 GW cluster of offshore wind power plants in Can Gio, while the other is a larger 6 GW project. The latter project aims to supply 4 GW to the national grid and use 2 GW for green hydrogen production post-2030. Vietnam's approval of the National Electricity Development Plan includes targets to significantly increase onshore and offshore wind capacity by 2030. Additionally, Vietnam's hydrogen development strategy focuses on producing 100-500 kt/year of hydrogen by 2030 through renewable energy sources. These initiatives highlight a positive transition towards sustainable energy practices and environmental responsibility in Vietnam.