Will Laotian government approve a floating solar energy plant?

In a significant move towards sustainable energy, the Laotian government has granted approval to Liankham Trading Sole Co., Ltd. to conduct a feasibility study for a pioneering floating solar energy generation plant.

Does Laos have a country Factsheet?

Specifically for Laos, country factsheet has been elaborated, including the information on solar resource and PV power potential country statistics, seasonal electricity generation variations, LCOE estimates and cross-correlation with the relevant socio-economic indicators.

How much renewable electricity will Laos generate by 2035?

The Energy Market Authority has already attracted proposals for 1.2 GW of renewable electricity, to be generated in four southeast Asian nations, and wants to raise that figure to 4 GW by 2035. EDF is planning to build a 240 MW floating PV project at Laos’ largest hydropower dam.

How long does it take to build a solar farm in Laos?

The construction will be carried out in three phases over a decade, with the initial phase focusing on connecting the solar farm to the Nam Ngum 1 Basin. While challenges lie ahead due to the unique location, the project signifies a remarkable step towards sustainable energy production in Laos.

Will EDF build 240 MW floating PV project at Laos' largest hydropower dam?

EDF is planning to build a 240 MW floating PV project at Laos’ largest hydropower dam. French engineering company Innosea has joined the ambitious project as a provider of support for wave and anchoring studies.

What is the potential for floating PV plants in Southeast Asia?

A group of researchers from the US National Renewable Energy Laboratory assessed the potential for floating PV (FPV) plants at reservoirs and natural waterbodies in 10 Southeast Asian countries. It found that the overall FPV technical potential for the region ranges from 477 GW to 1,046 GW.