Laos Signs Deal For 100 MW Solar Project To Boost Energy Exports And Domestic Grid Stability

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Laos is taking a major step to strengthen its position as a renewable energy hub in Southeast Asia. The country’s state electricity company has signed an agreement with a South Korean private firm to build a 100-megawatt (MW) solar power project in the northern province of Oudomxay, near the Namhin Reservoir in Xay district. The project is part of Laos’s wider plan to diversify its energy sources and enhance its reputation as the “Battery of Southeast Asia.”

Currently, the project is undergoing feasibility studies, with construction expected to start in 2027. Once completed, the solar plant will produce around 160 gigawatt-hours of electricity each year, enough to power about 100,000 homes. The facility will cover roughly 150 hectares, making it one of the largest solar developments in the region.

A key aim of this project is to increase energy exports. A significant portion of the electricity generated is planned for export to Vietnam. By sending clean energy to neighboring countries, Laos hopes to earn valuable revenue while helping the region meet its renewable energy goals. This approach also allows Laos to make the most of its natural resources and strengthen cross-border energy trade within ASEAN.

Source: Wikipedia