of clean power generated on average annually by plants, ensuring affordable, clean energy for the surrounding communities
created with employees trained in technical hydro powerplant operations
reduced on average annually, directly contributing to climate change mitigation
The project activity involves two small-scale hydropower plants. To overcome financial and regulatory hurdles, renewable energy projects in Vietnam are still in need of extra funding, provided by carbon finance. To support sustainable development in this remote region in the central highlands of Vietnam, the project owners have funded local infrastructure such as irrigation canals, bridges and roads. Through these investments, regional small stake economy is benefiting. In addition, the construction of a local school received funding which benefits the region’s youth by improving their educational situation.
How this project improves lives
The introduction of clean energy has already reduced the areas reliance on more carbon-intensive energy sources and helped to secure the energy supply. This means improved regional air quality and the associated health conditions, plus the regeneration of surrounding forests. Sustainable development in the region is facilitated by the project through the following activities. Investments in infrastructure, constructing irrigation canals, bridges, road and installing tap-water pipelines for a number of households; renovating classrooms; improving the electricity system for a primary school for pupils of ethnic minorities in the community; social activities are organised for the local community such as giving presents for 60 households of ethnic minorities in the projects Cosy Winter programme. Finally, the project provides secure local economic opportunities with long-term employment contracts, which include medical insurance and has established a Tade Union and Youth Union for employees to air grievances on any issue.
