Brian Jeffrey
Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha led a discussion on the draft decree related to self-sufficient rooftop solar power on July 26.
The draft defines self-sufficient rooftop solar power as electricity generated and utilized by the same entities or individuals, predominantly meeting their own demands.
Owners of self-sufficient rooftop solar power systems have the choice to sell or retain their surplus electricity for personal use. If selling to the national grid, they can sell up to 10% of the total system capacity.
Electricity of Vietnam (EVN) and Northern Power Corporation leaders advocate for promoting self-sufficient rooftop solar power in Industrial Zones to tackle on-site electricity surplus and aid in peak-hour usage.
Industrial Zones are eagerly anticipating the decree to commence the installation of rooftop solar power systems.
Emphasizing the significance of aligning rooftop solar power with regional needs and characteristics, Ha called for a review to increase the electricity selling limit to 20% in the north and 10% in central and southern regions.
While the decree allows IZ enterprises to invest in rooftop solar power systems, Ha suggested permitting them to hire external units for system installation.
Ensuring the safety of electricity transmission from self-sufficient rooftop solar power to the national grid is crucial, with local power companies directed to oversee this aspect.
Regarding electricity pricing for grid sale, Ha proposed considering the current lowest offered prices in the electricity competitive market at the time of sale.
Ha also recommended granting tax and credit incentives to investors installing electricity storage systems for grid sale during peak hours.
