As an ESG++ megacity, Vinhomes Green Paradise has announced its commitment to using 100% green energy. How does VinEnergo plan to meet the massive electricity demands of this project, Mr. Khoa?
Green energy is a critical criterion for any ESG++ megacity. From the project’s inception, Vingroup set the goal for Vinhomes Can Gio to rely entirely on clean energy from offshore wind and solar power. The Can Gio wind power project, currently under development by VinEnergo, is a key initiative to realize this strategy.
With a total investment of over VND 26.5 trillion, the project includes turbines, transmission infrastructure, and synchronized technical components. Its projected capacity of nearly 600 MW will fully meet the megacity’s electricity needs through renewable energy.
Given the projected population and its status as an international destination, Vinhomes Green Paradise could attract up to 40 million visitors annually. Does VinEnergo have a plan to scale up if demand surges unexpectedly?
From the outset, Vingroup and VinEnergo prioritized ensuring a reliable and forward-looking power supply, capable of supporting both residents and millions of visitors.
The project is divided into three phases, spanning from now until 2040, aligned with the growth in population and tourism. As demand increases, VinEnergo will expand capacity, optimize wind turbine technology, and integrate energy storage and smart management solutions to sustain the city’s vibrancy.
Could you outline the three-phase implementation roadmap for the project?
The project is structured in three phases, closely aligned with the load growth milestones of Vinhomes Green Paradise Can Gio, ensuring efficient investment and flexible operation.
In Phase 1 (2025-2030), turbines will be installed within 3-5 km of the city’s outer boundary, generating approximately 378 million kWh annually—matching the megacity’s estimated 2030 demand of 370 million kWh.
Phase 2 (2030-2035) will extend the project to 5-7 km offshore, increasing output to 1.02 billion kWh annually, exceeding the projected 2035 demand of 1 billion kWh.
In Phase 3 (2035-2040), the project will expand to 7-14 km offshore, with a total output of 1.6 billion kWh annually, supporting the city’s full development.
This phased approach ensures energy infrastructure aligns with urban growth, providing stable and reliable power to each district as it develops.
Why was the project’s offshore distance adjusted from 20 km to 3-14 km?
After thorough surveys and studies of the Can Gio seabed, we found that greater distances require complex construction solutions, deeper interventions into the natural terrain, and potential irreversible impacts on deep-sea ecosystems. To safeguard the ecosystem and minimize environmental impact throughout the project’s lifecycle—from survey to operation—we optimized turbine placement.
For VinEnergo, this project is more than an energy initiative; it’s foundational infrastructure for Vinhomes Green Paradise to develop as a green, sustainable, and energy-independent city, fully aligned with ESG++ standards.
But placing turbines just 3 km offshore could cause noise pollution, contradicting the ESG++ vision of the megacity.
Not at all. The 3-14 km range is a “noise-free zone.” At 800 meters from a turbine, noise levels are only 40-50 dBA. Beyond 800 meters, noise decreases rapidly, and at 1,200 meters, it blends into ambient environmental noise. Thus, the turbines pose no noise threat to Vinhomes Green Paradise or surrounding areas.
Locating power sources closer to the megacity enhances reliability for critical loads and reduces dependence on external power. We believe the Can Gio wind power project will be the energy backbone of this sustainable coastal megacity for centuries to come.
Thank you, Mr. Khoa!
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