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Hydropower

Lao-Swiss Collaboration: National University launches First ever Dam Safety Course for Next Generation of Experts

The first-ever dam engineering course in Laos was officially launched on 13 February, marking a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to enhance dam safety and technical expertise. This course is the result of the intensive cooperation on dam safety between Laos and Switzerland, and a recent agreement between...

Irrigation Water Reservoir Set to Benefit 1,760 Families in Champasack

The newly constructed Huay Vang Hay irrigation reservoir in Phonthong village, Champasack, is set...

Families Settle into New Homes as Nam Khan 3 Hydropower Project Progresses

In Laos, the peaceful life of many villages is often disrupted by major infrastructure...

Electricity Exports Lead Laos’ Trade Revenue in 2024

In 2024, electricity exports continued to lead Laos’ export revenues, generating nearly USD 980...

Namtheun 2 Wins ASEAN-OSHNET Excellence Award for Outstanding Safety Performance

Namtheun 2 was recognized for its excellent health and safety performance at the 5th...

Government Issues Regulations for Cryptocurrency Miners and Platforms in Laos

The government of Laos has issued new regulations governing cryptocurrency mining operations and trading platforms. The new regulations specify the types of businesses that can...

New Indicative Ending Date Set for Sanakham Dam Consultation

An MRC governance meeting has agreed to a new indicative date to conclude the prior consultation process of the 684-megawatt Sanakham dam. The decision by...

Singapore to Trial Import of Electricity from Laos

Singapore is to trial the import of electricity from Laos via Thailand and Malaysia following an agreement between Keppel Electric and Electricite du Laos...

Housing Complete for Villagers Displaced by Nam Thuen 1 Hydropower Project

The Nam Theun 1 Hydropower Project has handed over new homes to residents who have been affected by the project. Lao National Radio reports that...

Nam Theun 1 Hydropower Project Now 85 Percent Complete

The Nam Theun 1 Hydropower Project is now 85 percent complete and is expected to go online in May 2022. According to a report by...

Laos Issues New Decree on Dam Management

Authorities announced on Thursday that the government of Laos has released new instructions for handling hydropower dams aimed at mitigating water shortages and floods. The...