HCMC – HCMC has begun building a smart electricity grid in Con Dao Special Zone to support marine economic growth, eco-tourism, and green energy development, marking a major step toward modernizing the island’s energy infrastructure.
The project will connect Con Dao to the national grid, integrate advanced automation and monitoring systems, and support eco-tourism and marine economic growth while reducing reliance on diesel power.
The groundbreaking ceremony took place on September 26, led by the HCMC Power Corporation (EVNHCMC). The project is part of a broader strategy to develop Con Dao into a modern, eco-friendly marine economic zone. The initiative also marks a milestone ahead of the upcoming 2025–2030 term of the HCMC Party Congress and the 14th National Party Congress.
Con Dao Island holds historical significance and strong potential for marine economic growth and eco-tourism. Upgrading its energy infrastructure is seen as essential to unlocking this potential.
Pham Quoc Bao, chairman of EVNHCMC, said the smart grid would integrate advanced solutions, including full automation of medium- and low-voltage networks, remote monitoring, real-time operational data analysis, and integration of distributed energy sources. The project will also ensure data security. These features will improve power reliability, optimize operations, reduce losses, and support green energy development.
Phan Trong Hien, chairman of the People’s Committee of the Con Dao Special Zone, said electricity supply had been a major challenge in the past. Residents faced frequent outages, affecting daily life and economic development.
On September 4, Vietnam Electricity Group (EVN) and the Vietnam Electricity Power Projects Management Board No. 3 commissioned the 110kV Con Dao transformer station. This connected the island to the national grid via an undersea cable line, replacing costly and polluting diesel power.
The project, valued at nearly VND5 trillion, was carried out entirely by domestic firms, demonstrating Vietnam’s mastery of offshore power technology.
