Regularly inspect the control system of the residential power grid.

Potential in the "heart" of Central Vietnam

According to the Department of Industry and Trade, the city currently has 13 operating hydropower plants with a total capacity of approximately 459 MW, producing an average of nearly 2 billion kWh per year, making a significant contribution to the central region's power grid. Among them, the Huong Dien (81 MW) and A Luoi (170 MW) hydropower plants are two large-scale projects that ensure stable electricity supply and contribute to water regulation during the dry season and flood reduction during the rainy season.

Alongside hydropower, solar power is gradually asserting its role in the new energy structure of Hue City. The TTC Phong Dien Solar Power Plant project, with a capacity of 35 MW, which has been operational since 2018, is considered a milestone paving the way for clean energy projects in the locality. The city has announced many potential areas to attract investment in rooftop solar power, especially in the Phong Dien and Tu Ha industrial parks, the Chan May - Lang Co Economic Zone, as well as on the rooftops of offices, schools, and households.

With an average of over 1,900 hours of sunshine per year, coupled with high radiation intensity, Hue City is one of the localities with ideal conditions for developing solar energy. In addition, the coastal and lagoon areas are also assessed to have potential for wind power development in the coming years, in line with the Power Development Plan VIII recently approved by the Government .

Recently, the annual commercial electricity supply in Hue City is estimated to exceed 2 billion kWh. For example, last year it reached over 2.1 billion kWh, demonstrating the ever-increasing load. The transmission and distribution grid system has been and is being heavily invested in by the Central Power Corporation and Hue Power Company (PC Hue) with projects to upgrade substations and medium and low voltage lines, gradually moving towards a smart grid.

Inspect and ensure electrical safety in factories and production plants.

In its new energy strategy, Hue aims to diversify its energy sources, striving for a renewable energy share of 25-30% by 2030; while gradually reducing its dependence on traditional power sources. This direction aligns with the national goal of net-zero emissions and the global trend towards clean energy development.

Sustainable energy sources

Resolution 70 of the Politburo sets a higher standard: energy security is not just about "sufficient electricity," but also about safety, stability, and sustainability. For Hue, this requires a long-term vision, combining the development of power sources, grids, and demand; while simultaneously linking energy planning with strategies for industrial, urban, and tourism development.

In the short term, the city needs to promote the socialization of investment in renewable energy, especially rooftop solar power in residential areas, offices, hotels, and industrial parks. Encouraging people and businesses to participate in the production and consumption of clean electricity will not only help reduce the burden on the national power grid but also form a "community green electricity network".

Strengthening the dissemination of information on energy conservation to every household.

Furthermore, Hue needs to apply digital transformation in energy management, deploying a smart load monitoring and forecasting system to ensure flexible, economical, and transparent operation. The "virtual factory" model, where households and production facilities generate their own solar power and share it with the grid, is completely controllable and effective, especially in the context of the city building a smart city linked to digital transformation.

An indispensable element is improving energy efficiency. Many experts call it the "fifth energy source" because saving electricity is also a form of electricity production. Hue City is implementing a program to raise awareness and educate the community on energy saving, such as encouraging the replacement of low-efficiency electrical appliances, adopting LED lighting technology, and effectively managing electricity in buildings, tourist areas, production facilities, and households.

Overall, Hue City is still considered to have the potential to become a clean energy hub in Central Vietnam. Besides developing new energy sources, Hue City needs to integrate energy planning with land use planning, urban and industrial development, avoiding the situation of "having energy sources but lacking the capacity" and vice versa.

With comprehensive planning, strong policies, and the involvement of businesses and citizens, Hue can achieve energy self-sufficiency, ensuring both socio-economic development needs and making a significant contribution to national energy security.

Mr. Dang Huu Phuc, Director of the Department of Industry and Trade, shared that Hue City is currently entering a new phase of rapid development, where energy security is not only a technical issue but also a long-term development strategy. With synchronized planning, rational investment, and the joint efforts of the entire society, it is expected that Hue City will not only have sufficient electricity but also create a "new impetus" to become a green, smart, and sustainable city in the Central region.

Minh Van

Source: https://huengaynay.vn/kinh-te/nang-luong-dien-cho-hue-159194.html