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Laos and Vietnam Collaborate on Groundbreaking Wind Energy Project
28 Sep
Summary
- Monsoon Wind Power Project in Laos supplies electricity to Vietnam's grid
- $950 million investment, 1,600 construction jobs, $1.1 million annual community fund
- Sustainable energy offsets 1.3 million tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions
In a groundbreaking cross-border collaboration, Laos and Vietnam have launched the Monsoon Wind Power Project, a $950 million wind energy initiative that began supplying electricity to Vietnam's national grid last month. The project, located in Laos, features 133 wind turbines connected to a 44-mile transmission line running between the two countries.
The sustainable energy generated by the Monsoon Wind Power Project is expected to offset as much as 1.3 million tonnes of toxic carbon dioxide emissions. This is a significant achievement, as Laos already relies heavily on hydropower, which can be unreliable during the region's dry season and is vulnerable to climate-related droughts.
The wind farm project has also provided a major economic boost, creating 1,600 construction jobs, over 1,000 of which went to Laotian workers. Additionally, a $1.1 million annual community development fund will support surrounding communities with mobile healthcare, scholarships, and other infrastructure needs.
