Laos moves to develop carbon markets in energy sector
The Department of Energy Efficiency and Promotion is leading efforts to establish policies and frameworks that will allow the energy sector to benefit from carbon trading. This includes developing regulations, strategies, and a pipeline of projects that meet Laos’ climate targets.
Lao Brewery Company steps up sustainability with biomass energy
VIENTIANE (Laotian Times): Lao Brewery Company (LBC) is advancing its sustainability efforts with new green energy initiatives, reinforcing its commitment to the environment. As part of Carlsberg Group’s “Together Towards ZERO and Beyond” program, LBC is stepping up efforts to cut its carbon footprint and support Laos’ sustainability goals.
Nam Sam 3 hydropower plant begins commercial operation
The Nam Sam 3 hydropower plant in Laos officially started commercial operations this month. The plant, with a capacity of 156MW, was developed by SCI Group as the EPC contractor and has now been handed over to the project owner, Nam Sam 3 Power Sole Limited Company, part of the Phongsubthavy Group.
Laos to build $1.9 bln wind power plant to export electricity to Vietnam
The Lao Government and Chitchareune Construction – a Lao builder will jointly build the 1,200 MW Nong wind power plant, with an investment of $1.9 billion, to export electricity to Vietnam.
500kV transmission line from Laos energized
The Monsoon-Thanh My 500kV transmission line project’s section in the Vietnamese territory was successfully energized on Thursday evening, according to the Vietnam Electricity’s (EVN) Power Project Management Board 2 (EVNPMB2).
Laos-based 600 MW Monsoon wind power to export energy to Vietnam soon
The 600 MW Monsoon wind power project in Laos is reaching final phases of construction and will soon export electricity to Vietnam, investor Monsoon Wind Power reported.
Nam Theun 2 hydropower project set to contribute US$2bil to Laos
VIENTIANE: Nam Theun 2, one of Laos’ most significant hydropower projects in Laos, is expected to generate approximately US$2 billion to the government of Laos over the 25-year concession period.
Laos leverages satellite remote sensing for carbon credit feasibility
VIENTIANE (Vientiane Times/ANN): Laos is taking a significant step towards sustainable development by employing satellite remote sensing technology to calculate carbon stocks in nine forest areas covering 170,556 hectares.
