Vietnam

Tuyên Quang Hydroelectric Power Station — 342 MW Hydroelectric

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Tuyên Quang Hydroelectric Power Station is a 342 MW hydro power plant located in Vietnam. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
342 MW

Installed

Commissioned
2003

Year online

Owner
Vietnam Electricity

Operator

Location
22.36, 105.40

Coordinates

Insights

#60
largest in Vietnam
#1,005
largest Hydroelectric worldwide
#5,716
largest worldwide
2003
19 yrs newer than avg
20
operated by Vietnam Electricity
16
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Hydroelectric
Capacity
342 MW
Commissioned
2003
Status
Operational
Owner
Vietnam Electricity
Country
Vietnam
Coordinates
22.360, 105.399

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
28,761 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
2,300,867 t

over ~80 yrs

Intensity
24 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

6,252
cars / year
3,835
homes / year
1,307,311
trees to offset

Renewable source — life-cycle emissions only (materials/construction), no direct combustion. Open calculator

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About this plant

Tuyên Quang Hydroelectric Power Station is another vital energy generation facility located in Vietnam, reinforcing the country’s focus on renewable energy solutions. Positioned at coordinates 22.3597, 105.3985, this hydroelectric power plant has a capacity of 342 MW and plays a significant role in meeting the growing energy needs of the region. Commissioned in 2003, the facility is managed by Vietnam Electricity (EVN) and employs dam-based hydroelectric technology to efficiently convert the energy of flowing water into electricity. The strategic significance of Tuyên Quang lies in its contribution to the national grid, ensuring a stable power supply while promoting sustainable energy practices. Situated within a mountainous area, the plant not only supports energy generation but also aids in local flood management and water resource control. With Vietnam’s ongoing commitment to enhancing its renewable energy infrastructure, Tuyên Quang serves as an exemplary model of how hydroelectric power can contribute to both economic growth and environmental sustainability, aligning with the country’s long-term energy policies aimed at reducing carbon footprints and increasing renewable energy capacity.

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