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Electricite du Laos Targets New Hydropower, Solar Projects to Boost Power Stability

The State-owned Electric Power Corporation of Laos, better known as Electricite du Laos (EDL), announced a comprehensive plan to strengthen the country’s electricity supply from the second quarter of 2025. Speaking at a mid-year review meeting on 8 August, EDL General Director Akhomdeth Vongxay outlined that the focus is...

Lao Government Unveils Four Strategies to Boost Domestic Power Generation

The Lao government has announced four key strategies aimed at accelerating domestic power generation,...

Thai Energy Minister Visits Laos to Expand Cross-Border Electricity Trade Amid Corruption Probe

Thailand’s Deputy Prime Minister and Energy Minister, Pirapan Salirathavibhaga, arrived in Laos today on...

Celebrating 15 Years of Success: Nam Theun 2 Gala Dinner

On 30 April, Nam Theun 2 Power Company celebrated its 15th anniversary of operation...

Coal-Fired Power Plant in Xekong to Generate Power for Cambodia

The Phonesack Group Co., Ltd is investing USD 4 billion in the construction of...

Nam Theun 2 Power Company Boosts Lao Government Revenue with Significant Tax Contribution

Nam Theun 2 Power Company handed over more than USD 15 million in income taxes from its electricity production in 2023 to the Lao...

Rural Laos Struggles with Dwindling Water Resources Amidst Climate Change

BY JONATHAN MEADLEY AND CHONO LAPUEKOU Amidst abundant water resources available in Laos, rural communities are grappling with a pressing challenge: access to clean water.  Once...

Mekong Day Celebrations Emphasize Cooperation, Conservation Efforts

Representatives from Mekong Basin nations, along with development partners, convened at the Mekong River Commission (MRC) Secretariat to mark the 29th Mekong Day, focusing...

Laos Proposes Selling Over 4,000 MW of Wind Power to Vietnam

Vietnam Electricity (EVN) has received proposals from seven wind farm investors in Laos aiming to sell electricity to Vietnam, totaling nearly 4,150 megawatts (MW). According...

Salavanh Province Initiates New Hydropower Project with Groundbreaking Ceremony

A new hydropower plant project in Salavanh Province, the Xeset-Chan Rapids, commenced with a groundbreaking ceremony on 24 February. With the foundation stone now laid,...

‘Battery of Southeast Asia’ Plans Move Forward as Laos Enhances Trade Capacity With Cambodia

Laos and Cambodia have reiterated their commitment to enhancing energy trade between the two countries, following the establishment of a 500-kilovolt transmission line in...