Vietnam is considering a return to nuclear power after 2035 with a draft power plan by the ministry of industry and trade calling for the construction of about 1,000 MW of capacity by 2040 and 5,000 MW by 2045.
The VN Express International newspaper reported that the move comes amid warnings that dwindling natural resources could lead to electricity shortages.
It said the Vietnam Energy Association recently urged the government to reconsider nuclear power.
The VN Express International newspaper reported that the move comes amid warnings that dwindling natural resources could lead to electricity shortages.
It said the Vietnam Energy Association recently urged the government to reconsider nuclear power.
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