Daily electricity consumption tops 1B kWh mark for first time
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Power consumption exceeded one billion kilowatt-hours in a day for the first time ever on May 28 amid high temperatures all over the country.
But on that day power output did not exceed the peak achieved at the end of April, according to the National Load Dispatch Center.
Hanoi, Da Nang City and Ho Chi Minh City are experiencing highs of 34-37 degrees Celsius these days.
The center forecast that the maximum demand in the north might rise 17% from a record set last year in April-July to 27,481 megawatts.
But production plus imports are expected to only rise by 10% year-on-year to 52.3 kilowatt-hours.
The Ministry of Industry and Trade has been ensuring adequate supply to a region that experienced severe shortages last summer.
A new 500 kilovolt transmission line is being installed to draw power from the central and southern regions.
National utility Vietnam Electricity advises its customers to save power especially during peak hours. It also encourages setting air conditioners at a minimum of 26 degrees.
Questions & Answers
Q.What is causing the increase in daily electricity consumption across the country?
What is causing the increase in daily electricity consumption across the country?
The significant rise in daily electricity consumption is attributed to high temperatures experienced nationwide. Hanoi, Da Nang City, and Ho Chi Minh City are currently seeing highs of 34-37 degrees Celsius.
Q.What is the expected increase in maximum power demand for the northern region this year?
What is the expected increase in maximum power demand for the northern region this year?
The maximum demand in the northern region is forecast to rise by 17% from the record set last year. This increase would bring the demand to 27,481 megawatts.
Q.What measures are being taken to address potential power shortages in the country?
What measures are being taken to address potential power shortages in the country?
The Ministry of Industry and Trade is working to ensure adequate supply, and a new 500 kilovolt transmission line is being installed. This line will draw power from the central and southern regions.
Q.What specific advice has Vietnam Electricity given to its customers regarding power use?
What specific advice has Vietnam Electricity given to its customers regarding power use?
Vietnam Electricity advises customers to save power, particularly during peak hours. They also encourage setting air conditioners at a minimum temperature of 26 degrees Celsius.
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