Vietnam 
Hydroelectric Power
Vietnam has a total installed capacity of around 28,000 MW for hydroelectric power plants, making it one of the largest hydropower producers in Southeast Asia. The country's major hydroelectric power plants generate a significant amount of electricity in GWh and contribute to a significant percentage of Vietnam's total energy supply. Hydropower is an essential part of Vietnam's energy mix, accounting for about 40% of its electricity generation. The public perception of hydroelectric power in Vietnam is generally positive, as it is considered a clean and renewable source of energy that helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions and supports economic development in rural areas.
List of Major Hydroelectric Power Plants in Vietnam
Hoa Binh Hydroelectric Power Plant
Nhà máy điện gió Hòa Bình
Geographic Location: Located on the Da River, near the Hoa Binh province in northern Vietnam.
Body of Water: Da River
Height of Dam: Approximately 128 meters
Year Commissioned: 1994
Number and Types of Turbines: 8 Francis turbines
Energy Production in GWh and Percentage of the Country's Energy Supplied: Hoa Binh Hydroelectric Power Plant has an installed capacity of 1,920 MW and generates around 10,000 GWh of electricity annually, contributing to approximately 10% of Vietnam's total electricity production. It is the largest hydroelectric power plant in Vietnam and a crucial source of renewable energy for the northern region.
Safety Record: The Hoa Binh Hydroelectric Power Plant has a good safety record with no significant accidents or incidents reported.
Owner and Operator: The power plant is owned and operated by Vietnam Electricity (EVN), the state-owned utility company of Vietnam.
Future Plans: There are plans to upgrade and modernize the Hoa Binh Hydroelectric Power Plant to increase its capacity and efficiency, as well as improve its environmental performance.
Son La Hydroelectric Power Plant
Nhà máy điện gió Sơn La
Geographic Location: Located on the Da River, near the Son La province in northern Vietnam.
Body of Water: Da River
Height of Dam: Approximately 138 meters
Year Commissioned: 2012
Number and Types of Turbines: 6 Francis turbines
Energy Production in GWh and Percentage of the Country's Energy Supplied: Son La Hydroelectric Power Plant has an installed capacity of 2,400 MW and generates around 10,000 GWh of electricity annually, contributing to approximately 10% of Vietnam's total electricity production. It is the second-largest hydroelectric power plant in Vietnam and a critical source of renewable energy for the northern region.
Safety Record: The Son La Hydroelectric Power Plant has a good safety record with no significant accidents or incidents reported.
Owner and Operator: The power plant is owned and operated by Vietnam Electricity (EVN), the state-owned utility company of Vietnam.
Future Plans: There are plans to further optimize and improve the operational efficiency of the Son La Hydroelectric
Da Nhim Hydroelectric Power Plant
Nhà máy điện gió Đa Nhim
Geographic Location: Located on the Da Nhim River, in Lam Dong province in central Vietnam.
Body of Water: Da Nhim River
Height of Dam: Approximately 100 meters
Year Commissioned: 1964
Number and Types of Turbines: 4 Francis turbines
Energy Production in GWh and Percentage of the Country's Energy Supplied: Da Nhim Hydroelectric Power Plant has an installed capacity of 160 MW and generates around 400 GWh of electricity annually, contributing to approximately 1% of Vietnam's total electricity production. It plays a significant role in supplying electricity to the central region of Vietnam.
Safety Record: The Da Nhim Hydroelectric Power Plant has a good safety record with no significant accidents or incidents reported.
Owner and Operator: The power plant is owned and operated by Vietnam Electricity (EVN), the state-owned utility company of Vietnam.
Future Plans: There are plans to modernize and upgrade the Da Nhim Hydroelectric Power Plant to increase its capacity and efficiency, as well as improve its environmental performance.
Yaly Hydroelectric Power Plant
Nhà máy điện gió Yaly
Geographic Location: Located on the Sesan River, in Kon Tum province in central Vietnam.
Body of Water: Se San River
Height of Dam: Approximately 94 meters
Year Commissioned: 2001
Number and Types of Turbines: 4 Francis turbines
Energy Production in GWh and Percentage of the Country's Energy Supplied: Yaly Hydroelectric Power Plant has an installed capacity of 720 MW and generates around 2,800 GWh of electricity annually, contributing to approximately 3% of Vietnam's total electricity production. It is a key source of renewable energy for the central region of Vietnam.
Safety Record: The Yaly Hydroelectric Power Plant has a good safety record with no significant accidents or incidents reported.
Owner and Operator: The power plant is owned and operated by Vietnam Electricity (EVN), the state-owned utility company of Vietnam.
Future Plans: There are plans to optimize and improve the operational efficiency of the Yaly Hydroelectric Power Plant, as well as explore potential expansion projects in the surrounding areas.
Tri An Hydroelectric Power Plant
Nhà máy điện gió Trị An
Geographic Location: Located on the Dong Nai River, in Dong Nai province in southern Vietnam.
Body of Water: Dong Nai River
Height of Dam: Approximately 55 meters
Year Commissioned: 1984
Number and Types of Turbines: 3 Francis turbines
Energy Production in GWh and Percentage of the Country's Energy Supplied: Tri An Hydroelectric Power Plant has an installed capacity of 400 MW and generates around 1,300 GWh of electricity annually, contributing to approximately 2% of Vietnam's total electricity production. It is a vital source of renewable energy for the southern region of Vietnam.
Safety Record: The Tri An Hydroelectric Power Plant has a good safety record with no significant accidents or incidents reported.
Owner and Operator: The power plant is owned and operated by Vietnam Electricity (EVN), the state-owned utility company of Vietnam.
Future Plans: There are plans to upgrade and modernize the Tri An Hydroelectric Power Plant to increase its capacity and efficiency, as well as improve its environmental performance.
Song Bung 4 Hydroelectric Power Plant
Nhà máy điện gió Sông Bung 4
Geographic Location: Located on the Bung River, in Quang Nam province in central Vietnam.
Body of Water: Bung River
Height of Dam: Approximately 102 meters
Year Commissioned: 2016
Number and Types of Turbines: 2 Francis turbines
Energy Production in GWh and Percentage of the Country's Energy Supplied: Song Bung 4 Hydroelectric Power Plant has an installed capacity of 156 MW and generates around 445 GWh of electricity annually, contributing to approximately 0.7% of Vietnam's total electricity production. It is an important source of renewable energy for the central region of Vietnam.
Safety Record: The Song Bung 4 Hydroelectric Power Plant has a good safety record with no significant accidents or incidents reported.
Owner and Operator: The power plant is owned and operated by Vietnam Electricity (EVN), the state-owned utility company of Vietnam.
Future Plans: There are plans to optimize and improve the operational efficiency of the Song Bung 4 Hydroelectric Power Plant, as well as explore potential expansion projects in the surrounding areas.
Huoi Quang Hydroelectric Power Plant
Nhà máy điện gió Huổi Quảng
Geographic Location: Located on the Nam Na River, in Lai Chau province in northern Vietnam.
Body of Water: Nam Na River
Height of Dam: Approximately 100 meters
Year Commissioned: 2016
Number and Types of Turbines: 2 Francis turbines
Energy Production in GWh and Percentage of the Country's Energy Supplied: Huoi Quang Hydroelectric Power Plant has an installed capacity of 520 MW and generates around 2,400 GWh of electricity annually, contributing to approximately 3.5% of Vietnam's total electricity production. It is a significant source of renewable energy for the northern region of Vietnam.
Safety Record: The Huoi Quang Hydroelectric Power Plant has a good safety record with no significant accidents or incidents reported.
Owner and Operator: The power plant is owned and operated by Vietnam Electricity (EVN), the state-owned utility company of Vietnam.
Future Plans: There are plans to optimize and improve the operational efficiency of the Huoi Quang Hydroelectric Power Plant, as well as explore potential expansion projects in the surrounding areas.
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