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Heatwaves, scanty rainfall pose threat of large-scale power shortage
Heatwaves and scanty rainfall have resulted in low water levels in hydropower dams whereas the presence of heatwaves means a frenzied electricity demand in the affected areas.According to the National Center for Hydro-meteorological Forecasting, the El Nino phenomenon occurs from about June or July and ...
Anh Quan, Van Phuc
Discussion urges smarter energy choices for sake of human health
A discussion in Hanoi on February 25 called for smarter energy choices, given the impacts of coal power generation on air quality and air pollution’s influence on human health.Representatives from other non-governmental organisations urged the reduction of coal and fossil fuel power, the development of ...
Strategy aims to ensure national energy security
The National Energy Development Strategy by 2030, with vision to 2045 aims to ensure national energy security, which serves as a foundation for growth. With such importance, the Politburo has approved a resolution which sets directions for the strategy.Vietnam will prioritise wind and solar power ...
