The Quang Trach I Thermal Power Plant Project is projected to connect the first turbine to the grid in February, with commercial operation expected in May 2026.

During a meeting on February 23, Vietnam Electricity (EVN)
leadership requested member units to prioritize ensuring electricity supply
during the dry season and to vigorously accelerate the progress of key projects.

For the operation of
hydropower sources, proactive plans must be made to ensure water retention and
effective use of water resources given the unpredictable weather conditions
this year. Additionally, thermal power plants must complete fuel preparation,
ensuring there is absolutely no fuel shortage during peak dry season.

Regarding investment
in and construction  of new projects, EVN
requested units to “immediately regain progress,” ensuring
milestones, especially for key power source projects. Among them, the Quang
Trach I Thermal Power Plant Project is projected to connect the first turbine
to the grid in February, with commercial operation expected in May 2026; Quang
Trach II Thermal Power Plant aims to break ground in the first quarter of 2026;
while procedures for adjusting investment policies and preparing to negotiate
related contracts for the Ninh Thuan 1 Nuclear Power Project will be completed
as soon as possible; and  investment
preparation for expanded hydropower projects will  be continued.

Regarding power grids,
EVN plans to start construction on 295 projects and energize 303 projects in
2026, including 12 projects started  and
11 110kV projects energized in January. Meanwhile, projects connecting
electricity sources, releasing capacity from the Northwest hydropower system ,
and  electricity imports  are required to closely follow the schedule,
with land clearance issues to be completed in the first and second quarters of
2026 as scheduled.

Vneconomy-Manh Duc