The Ministry of Industry and Trade is drafting a decree on administrative penalties for violations in the electricity sector and the efficient use of energy.
Notably, the ministry proposes fines ranging from VND 10 million to VND 20 million for self-generated and self-consumed power sources connected to the national grid with a capacity of 100 kW or more, if they fail to submit development notifications or operate without a registered power development certificate. This includes incomplete or non-compliant implementation of the notified or certified content.
This has garnered significant attention from individuals installing solar power systems.
In an interview with Nguoi Lao Dong Newspaper, Mr. Tran Van Hoi, Director of Anh Duong Power Co., Ltd., a company specializing in residential and industrial solar power solutions, explained that the notification process for rooftop solar installations includes submitting a development notification/registration form to the Department of Industry and Trade.
Full compliance ensures technical safety for homeowners.
The forms are categorized as follows: Form 1 for households with capacity < 100 kW; Form 2 for organizations or individuals with capacity between 100 kW and 1,000 kW, not selling surplus electricity; and Form 3 for obtaining a development certificate for cases requiring it (capacity ≥ 100 kW or selling surplus electricity).
These forms are outlined in Decree 58/2025, which details provisions of the Electricity Law on renewable and new energy development.
Additionally, when submitting to the Department of Industry and Trade, individuals must provide supporting documents such as grid connection diagrams, system technical specifications, certification of conformity, business licenses (for companies), property ownership documents or lease agreements, power purchase agreements (if selling to Vietnam Electricity), utility confirmation of no grid overload, and investment approval decisions (if applicable).
Mr. Hoi noted that local authorities may require additional documents, so individuals should contact them directly for precise guidance.
Once the application is complete, it should be submitted to the Department of Industry and Trade’s one-stop service or through the public service portal. For grid-connected systems, local utilities will inspect and certify safety before operation.
Adhering to this process not only ensures legal compliance but also mitigates technical risks, especially for those intending to sell surplus electricity to Vietnam Electricity or third parties.
With the rapid increase in rooftop solar installations in residential and industrial areas, experts advise staying updated on legal requirements, particularly for systems over 100 kW.
“Failure to notify or obtain a development certificate can result in fines and impact grid connection, operation, and electricity sales rights,” Mr. Tran Van Hoi warned.
Experts view the proposed VND 20 million fine as a measure to tighten management, ensuring the safety of the national grid and promoting sustainable, transparent renewable energy development.
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