"Managing" the flow of energy to serve production and people's lives.

(Baohatinh.vn) - During the April 30th - May 1st holiday, officials, engineers, and workers of the Ha Tinh electricity sector remained on duty beside each power generator, each power line, and each substation, contributing to ensuring national energy security.

Engineer Cao Minh Hung (Operations Workshop, Vung Ang 1 Thermal Power Plant) and his colleagues began their shift on April 30th with the task of smoothly operating two power generating units with a total capacity of 1,200 MW. They closely monitored all technical parameters of the equipment system to promptly detect and effectively handle any incidents.

Engineer Cao Minh Hung closely monitors every technical parameter of the power generating units at the Vung Ang 1 Thermal Power Plant.

“I am a computer operator controlling and managing the technical parameters of the boiler – a crucial component of the thermal power plant. We proactively coordinate with technical and safety departments… to carry out tasks with the highest goal of ensuring the stable and continuous operation of the generating units. Working during a major national holiday is a joy for us, as we can contribute a small part to keeping the power system running smoothly, ensuring that daily life and economic activities are not interrupted,” shared engineer Cao Minh Hung.

Engineer Bui Van Nam – Head of Operations (Vung Ang 1 Thermal Power Plant) informed: “Besides electricity demand for production and business, electricity consumption in service sectors nationwide has also increased significantly during this period. Currently, the plant's two generating units are operating at full capacity, supplying 27 million kWh of commercial electricity to the national grid daily. The continuous operation of the generating units at full load requires high concentration from the operating team because even a single inaccurate link can affect the entire system. To ensure smooth operation, the plant maintains three shifts, with five teams on duty, each shift consisting of over 40 people stationed in all departments, ensuring that tasks are carried out smoothly and efficiently.”

Currently, Vung Ang 1 Thermal Power Plant is supplying 27 million kWh/day to the national grid.

Putting aside their holiday break, the engineering teams at hydropower plants in the area are also working hard under adverse conditions. The heatwave has caused the water level in the reservoir of the Ho Ho Hydropower Plant (Phuc Trach commune) to drop significantly. Therefore, generating electricity is not simply a production activity, but also a "challenge" to balance structural safety, water regulation, and meeting electricity demand.

Mr. Nguyen Ba Tuan, Deputy Director of Ho Ho Hydropower Plant, stated: “The reservoir water level is currently at 64.7m (compared to 69.9m in the same period of 2025). In this context, the plant can only operate during peak hours to reduce pressure on the grid, with a commercial electricity output of approximately 55,000 kWh/day. Operating electricity generation in the context of low water levels and high risk of incidents requires the plant to thoroughly inspect and maintain equipment; monitor weather forecasts, proactively observe rainfall and water inflow into the reservoir at each time to develop plans to ensure the safety of the structure and the downstream area. At the same time, we are strengthening inspections of project components and focusing on operating equipment according to technical procedures to ensure the safety of the plant and the dam.”

The low water level in the Ho Ho Hydropower Plant reservoir is putting pressure on the engineering team during the operation of the turbines.

If power plants are where electricity is produced, then the transmission system is the "lifeline" that brings that energy to every household and every factory. On the first day of the holiday, the staff of Ha Tinh Power Company intensified comprehensive inspections of substations and power lines, implementing appropriate power supply "scenarios" for the loads.

Ms. Duong Thi Kieu Oanh (an employee of the High-Voltage Grid Enterprise under Ha Tinh Power Company) said: “On the morning of April 30th, I and my team inspected the entire equipment system at three 110 kV substations: Thach Linh (Thanh Sen ward), Cam Xuyen (Cam Hung commune), and Ha Tinh (Ha Huy Tap ward). The work seemed repetitive, but it required meticulous attention to detail and high precision to ensure smooth power flow.”

Mr. Ha Minh Dong – Director of the Ha Tinh High-Voltage Power Grid Enterprise (Ha Tinh Power Company) informed: “With the management and operation of 13 110 kV substations and more than 283 km of 110 kV power lines, we have deployed additional personnel to conduct comprehensive inspections of operating power line and substation equipment, promptly detecting abnormalities and potential incidents to have timely solutions. In addition, the on-duty workforce has been strengthened, spare parts and equipment have been fully prepared; the enterprise has developed “scenarios” to respond to unexpected situations; and operating teams are always ready to be deployed immediately in case of an incident.”

Ms. Duong Kieu Oanh and her colleagues at Ha Tinh Power Company inspect equipment during their morning shift on April 30th.

Each unit has its own specific tasks, but the common thread among the electrical engineers in Ha Tinh is their dedication, professionalism, and high sense of responsibility in their work. They have made a significant contribution to ensuring national energy security and maintaining stability for production and daily life.

Source: https://baohatinh.vn/canh-dong-nang-luong-phuc-vu-san-xuat-dan-sinh-post309908.html