Vietnam

Se San 3 Hydropower plant — 260 MW Hydroelectric

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Se San 3 Hydropower plant is a 260 MW hydro power plant located in Vietnam. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
260 MW

Installed

Commissioned
2001

Year online

Owner
EVN (Vietnam Electricity)

Operator

Location
14.22, 107.72

Coordinates

Insights

#74
largest in %s
#1,209
largest %s worldwide
#6,549
largest worldwide
2001
%d yrs newer than avg
8
operated by %s
42
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Hydroelectric
Capacity
260 MW
Commissioned
2001
Status
Operational
Owner
EVN (Vietnam Electricity)
Country
Vietnam
Coordinates
14.216, 107.721

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
21,865 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
1.7M t

over ~%d yrs

Intensity
24 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

4,753
cars / year
2,915
homes / year
993,862
trees to offset

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

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About this plant

Se San 3 Hydropower Plant is a prominent hydroelectric facility located in Vietnam, showcasing the country’s commitment to renewable energy generation. With a capacity of 260 MW, this power plant harnesses the natural flow of water to generate electricity, making it a vital component of Vietnam’s energy mix. Positioned at coordinates 14.2160° N latitude and 107.7212° E longitude, Se San 3 plays a crucial role in providing clean, renewable energy to the regional grid, supporting both economic growth and sustainable development in the area. The technology employed at Se San 3 involves a dam-based hydroelectric system, which captures the kinetic energy of flowing water to produce electricity. This method is particularly effective in Vietnam, where the geography and climate offer ample opportunities for hydroelectric power generation. Commissioned in 2001, the plant has been operational for over two decades, contributing consistently to the national grid and enhancing energy security. The significance of Se San 3 extends beyond its generation capacity; it embodies Vietnam’s strategic objectives to increase the share of renewable energy in its overall energy supply, in line with national policies aimed at reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainable practices. As the demand for electricity continues to rise in Vietnam, the Se San 3 Hydropower Plant remains an essential asset, ensuring a reliable and environmentally friendly source of energy for both current and future generations.

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