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Apr 12, 2016 / 10:56

EVN ensures power supply in dry season

In order to ensure sufficient backup for the dry season, the Electricity of Vietnam will also increase the sources of thermo power and enhance the efficiency in regional electricity transmission.

According to Electricity of Vietnam (EVN), the consumption of electricity is expected to reach between 505-540 million kWh per day in the second quarter this year, or a total of 28.730 MW, up 13% from the same period last year. 
The group has taken efforts to ensure electricity supply for the dry season. 

 
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In order to ensure sufficient backup in the dry season, the EVN will also increase the sources of thermo power and enhance the efficiency in regional electricity transmission. 
The EVN said in April, turbine No.1 will be run on trial in the Duyen Hai thermo power plant, in both the Lai Chau and Huoi Quang hydropower plants, a second turbine will be installed. 
In addition, a number of projects will be put into operation this month, including a 500kV transformer in Pho Noi, a 220kV transformer in Son Tay, and a 220kV cable network connecting Thai Binh – Kim Dong, and Xekaman 1 - Pleiku2. 
The group will also accelerate the implementation of other projects including upgrades to the 500kV transformer in Son La, and the 220kV transformers in My Xuan, Lao Cai, Hoa Khanh and Da Nang. 
Besides, the EVN will work with relevant localities to begin the operation of the 500kV transmission line between Duyen Hai – My Tho, and other 220kV systems.