Vinh Tan 2 solar power plant in Binh Thuan was officially put into commercial operation on June 22.
Located on a land site of 49 hectares, Vinh Tan 2 solar power plant is directly connected to the 110 kV Tuy Phong-Ninh Phuoc transmission line through a 22/110kV transformer station. Its total investment capital is estimated at VND986 billion. The plant is expected to generate an additional 68.4 million kWh of power to the national grid.
Speaking at a ceremony to mark the plant’s debut, Chairman of the Members Council under the Electricity of Vietnam (EVN) Duong Quang Thanh said 79 solar power plants with a combined capacity of 4,312MW have been successfully connected to the national power grid so far.
Mr Thanh noted that as of June 30, between 10 to 12 additional solar power projects will be connected to the grid.
He added Vinh Tan 2 solar power plant coming into operation is of great significance in dealing with the country’s power shortage, especially shortages that affect the Southern provinces.
Chairman of Binh Thuan People’s Committee Nguyen Ngoc Hai said apart from adding to the nation’s economic efficiency, the construction of the Vinh Tan 2 solar power plant also aims to stabilise the lives of residents living in areas close to the plant by helping them move to new places with better conditions and ensuring social security for the province.
