EVN and Vinachem agreed to strengthen cooperation, exchange know-how and build a BESS collaboration roadmap, focusing on technology mastery, safe operation and lower investment costs.
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Original article: EVN and Vinachem cooperate on BESS energy storage research — VietNamNet
VietNamNet reported that on 27 July, Electricity of Vietnam (EVN) and Vietnam National Chemical Group (Vinachem) agreed to strengthen cooperation, exchange information and build a roadmap for collaboration in battery energy storage systems (BESS).
According to the report, the combination of EVN’s operating infrastructure and the manufacturing capability of PINACO, a Vinachem subsidiary, is intended to help Vietnam gradually master the technology, support grid development and protect national energy security.
EVN General Director Nguyen Anh Tuan said storage demand will continue to rise as renewables grow while many baseload power projects require long construction timelines. EVN is also studying BESS investments in several northern areas.
The article says EVN sees control, management and operating systems for BESS as important for improving efficiency, safety and capital cost. EVN will assign a dedicated focal point to work with Vinachem, propose specific cooperation items and form task groups to move the roadmap forward.
Vinachem said it has instructed its units to study EVN’s practical needs and international experience in energy storage. PINACO, with more than 50 years of experience in batteries and accumulators, is seen as an important foundation for future products serving the new energy sector.
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