The People’s Committee of Ca Mau province has officially authorized the investment plans for two major wind power projects: Dong Hai 6 and Ngoc Hien-Tan An 1. These developments represent a total capacity of 90 MW, with a combined investment exceeding 3,733 billion VND. The Ca Mau wind power developments are designed to harness the coastal region’s natural wind resources while strengthening local electricity supply.
Project Details and Implementation Timelines
Ngoc Hien-Tan An 1 Wind Power Project
The Ngoc Hien-Tan An 1 initiative is the larger of the two, featuring a 60 MW designed capacity and an investment of over 2,714 billion VND.
- Technical Specifications: The project will install 10 turbines, each with a 6 MW capacity, across Tan An and Phan Ngoc Hien communes.
- Land and Infrastructure: It requires approximately 362 hectares of sea area and will integrate with the existing infrastructure of the Tan An 1 plant to maximize efficiency.
- Operational Schedule: Construction is set to begin in the fourth quarter of 2026, with equipment installation following in early 2027. Commercial operation is scheduled for the second quarter of 2027.
Dong Hai 6 Wind Power Project
Located in Dinh Thanh commune, the Dong Hai 6 wind power project carries an investment of over 1.018 billion VND.
- Capacity and Output: This plant holds a 30 MW capacity and is projected to generate approximately 75 million kWh of electricity annually for the local power supply.
- Development Timeline: The project will utilize 10.34 hectares of land. Construction is slated to commence by September 2027, with the plant expected to be fully operational by September 2028.
Strategic Oversight and Regional Development
The Department of Finance has been tasked with managing the investor selection process to ensure transparency and legal compliance. Song Lam Hydropower Investment Joint Stock Company and XCE Energy Joint Stock Company are the respective proponents for these renewable energy developments.
The Ca Mau wind power projects are expected to enhance the province’s local power supply infrastructure and support long-term economic development in the coastal region through the expansion of renewable energy assets. Each project has been granted a 50-year operating period from the date of official land allocation or investor approval.