Hydropower

Laos, China Boost Oversight of Key Projects Ahead of 65th Anniversary

Laos and China are ramping up the monitoring of key infrastructure and energy projects as they prepare for the 65th anniversary of their diplomatic relations in 2026.  The Laos–China Cooperation Committee, which met on 27 February, reviewed ongoing major projects and agreed to tighten oversight to ensure timely delivery. Key projects...

Laos Breaks Ground on 230 kV Transmission Line Project in Northern Laos

Laos launched construction of a new 230-kilovolt (kV) transmission line on 30 January in...

Laos Eyes Hydrogen-Roasted Coffee to Lift Exports, Cut Emissions by 2027

Laos is advancing to transform its coffee sector by 2027, shifting the focus to...

Nam Mo 2 Reservoir in Xieng Khouang Impounded, Final Construction Phase Underway

The Nam Mo 2 Hydropower Project in Xieng Khouang Province successfully impounded its reservoir...

EDL-Gen Defends Nam Ngum 1 Dam Amid Flood Accusations

Electricité du Laos Generation Public Company (EDL-Gen) has defended operations at the Nam Ngum...

Ministry Orders Temporary Suspension of Mining Activities, Hydropower Construction

The Lao Ministry of Energy and Mines has ordered the temporary suspension of mineral processing plants and hydropower construction projects under a new notice...

Laos to Inspect Hydropower Projects to Ensure Dam Safety

The Government of Laos has set up a committee of local and foreign experts to undertake dam safety inspections as part of plans to...