In a major move towards sustainable energy, Vietnam’s Tay Ninh Province has partnered with a consortium of Japanese companies to develop a landmark green hydrogen plant. This ambitious collaboration, part of Vietnam’s broader green transition which requires an estimated $28 billion by 2030, involves a green hydrogen production complex and a dedicated solar power plant, with a total projected investment of $5.7 billion.
A Landmark Project: The Vietnam Green Hydrogen and Solar Complex
The foundation for this initiative was laid when the Tay Ninh People’s Committee signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Japan’s Kansai Electric Power Company, TOYO Group, and Delta Offshore Energy. The partnership has since been strengthened through discussions with Japan’s New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organisation (NEDO) and Obayashi Corporation, focusing on producing green hydrogen under the Joint Crediting Mechanism (JCM) to enhance energy efficiency and technology transfer.
The massive project, with its significant plant cost breakdown, will be located in the Thanh Thanh Cong Industrial Park in Trang Bang Town. It is designed as an integrated facility that includes:
* A green hydrogen and ammonia production facility.
* A 100-hectare solar power plant to provide renewable energy for the process.
* A 200 MW/400 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) to ensure a stable power supply.
The development of the solar farm is crucial, leveraging established basics of solar panel manufacturing and utilizing specific solar panel raw materials to power the hydrogen electrolysis process cleanly.
Ambitious Production Goals and Phased Rollout of Vietnam Green Hydrogen
The project’s ultimate goal is to produce 600,000 tons of green hydrogen annually. This hydrogen will then be converted into 3.3 million tons of green ammonia, a stable and efficient carrier that makes storing and exporting the clean energy far more manageable. The development is structured in two distinct phases:
- Phase 1 (2024-2027): With an initial investment of $970 million, this phase will establish the facility and begin production, targeting an output of 100,000 tons of green hydrogen per year.
- Phase 2 (2028-2030): This phase will see a substantial scale-up, with a $4.73 billion investment to increase production capacity by an additional 500,000 tons of green hydrogen annually. The construction of the 200 MW/400 MWh BESS and the 100-hectare solar power plant will be completed during this period, ensuring the entire operation is powered by renewable energy. The entire solar panel manufacturing process for the on-site plant will be a key focus to meet the project’s green credentials.
Strengthening International Ties for a Greener Future with Vietnam Green Hydrogen
This project is a cornerstone of the Japan-Vietnam Green Transformation Cooperation, an initiative designed to foster sustainable development and accelerate decarbonization. The collaboration is particularly strategic for Tay Ninh, which has identified clean energy as a pillar of its development through 2030. The province already operates Vietnam’s largest solar power system but faces challenges in storing and utilizing surplus electricity. This green hydrogen project provides a perfect solution, turning excess solar power into a valuable, exportable clean fuel.
Provincial leaders have affirmed their full support for the project, pledging to create favorable conditions for investors by streamlining administrative procedures and providing necessary access for surveys and feasibility studies. This commitment is vital for restoring investor confidence, especially as Vietnam works to refine its national renewable energy legal framework. The partnership highlights how international cooperation is essential for deploying advanced renewable energy technologies and tackling the global challenge of climate change.
This project not only positions Tay Ninh as a hub for green energy in Southeast Asia but also serves as a model for future sustainable industrial development. To learn more about the technologies that make such projects possible, you can explore our free e-course on solar energy manufacturing.
