Could solar power boost Vietnam's industrial development?

The World Bank ( 2021) suggested that a target of 10 GW by 2030 and 25 GW by 2035 would likely drive Vietnam’s industrial development and help the country meet its emissions targets. Abundant sunshine makes it an attractive location for solar, particularly in the south, with potential estimated at 12–15 GW.

Is Vietnam a good place for solar energy?

Abundant sunshine makes it an attractive location for solar, particularly in the south, with potential estimated at 12–15 GW. The average annual solar energy received on a horizontal surface in Vietnam varies between approximately 1200 and 2000 kWh/m 2. Vietnamese power production by fuel type, 2013–2022.

Does Vietnam have a carbon pricing policy?

While Vietnam has yet to implement a national carbon pricing policy, the country has taken steps toward implementing carbon pricing, including conducting pilot programs and developing a draft decree on carbon pricing that is currently under review (No. 06/2022/ND-CP).

Will Vietnam implement a carbon credit exchange in 2028?

Vietnam is expected to implement and regulate an official carbon credit exchange beginning in 2028, and connections with regional and global carbon markets and exchanges of domestic carbon credits therewith should be available.