Draft Decree on Rooftop Solar Power Development in Vietnam

In a significant move towards promoting renewable energy, Vietnam has recognised the importance of rooftop solar power (RTS) and its potential to contribute to the country's growing energy needs. The Vietnamese government, under Decision No. 13/2020/QD-TTg of the Prime Minister, officially acknowledged RTS systems, which involve solar panels installed on the roofs of buildings. This decision allowed developers to sell electricity generated from RTS systems to the national utility company, EVN, and/or non-EVN customers without the need for an electricity operating license.

However, a recent development has come to light with a draft decree prepared by the Ministry of Industry and Trade for the issuance by the Government. This decree aims to establish a regulatory framework for the development of self-consumption RTS systems in Vietnam. In this legal update, we will explore the key provisions of the draft decree and its potential implications for RTS development in the country.

Legal Update - Draft Decree on Rooftop Solar Power Development in Vietnam - December 2023