The Vietnam News Agency has reported that four wind power plants have been started in Truong Long Hoa ward of Vinh Long province in the Mekong Delta. These include the V1-2 Expansion, V1-3 Phase 2, V1-5, and V1-6. In addition, Dong Hai 3 has also been started.
The value of the work has been estimated at €365 million.
Vinh Long possesses significant potential for coastal and offshore wind power, with a sea area of approximately 15 000 sq km. The sea area between Duyen Hai to Ba Tri wards has been assessed as having an average wind speed of 7-8 m/s, suitable for large wind turbines.
Currently, about 45 onshore, coastal, and offshore renewable energy projects with a total capacity of 3855 MW have been planned in the province.