Vietnam has officially approved a revised version of its national power development plan, allocating $136bn (€119bn) by 2030 to strengthen long-term energy security and including nuclear power for the first time.
The updated plan makes solar power the country’s leading energy source, overtaking coal.
By 2030, solar energy is expected to contribute over 25% of Vietnam’s electricity mix. In comparison, liquefied natural gas (LNG) and coal are projected to account for 12.3% and 16.9% respectively.