In the past, in Gia Lai province, there were 8 wind power plants with a total design capacity of 800 MW connected to the transmission grid. All factories were promptly put into commercial operation (before December 31, 2021) - an important time to enjoy incentives.

So how did the Electricity of Vietnam (EVN) and other units coordinate and support the investors of the projects? Let's learn some experiences of Gia Lai Power Transmission (Power Transmission Company 3) in this article.

Determined to overcome difficulties to make progress

What difficulties are faced in wind power construction?

According to Mr. Tran Khanh Trung - Deputy Director of Gia Lai Power Transmission (Power Transmission Company 3) said: In order to timely enjoy the preferential price mechanism for buying wind power, 8 wind power plants in Gia province are located in Gia Lai province. Lai has simultaneously implemented construction and peaked from May to October 2021.

When project investors rush to execute construction in a short time, cut off electricity for construction and connection often at night along with the disadvantages of the rainy season in the Central Highlands and the complicated development of the Covid-19 pandemic. in Gia Lai province has caused many difficulties for staff of Gia Lai Power Transmission in participating in coordination, supervision and inspection at construction sites to support wind power projects.

What difficulties are faced in wind power construction?

In addition, the construction process of projects also has many potential risks of violating the safety distance for the transmission line in operation such as: means of transport, construction machinery or flying objects from the construction site. caused by thunderstorms.

Coordinate to overcome

However, the difficulties did not affect the working spirit and construction of the project. Under the direction of the National Power Transmission Corporation (EVNNPT), Power Transmission Company 3 (PTC3), Gia Lai Power Transmission has coordinated and actively supported the investors to keep up with the electricity transmission network. transmission grid to ensure progress.

Power Transmission Company 3 provides technical support to the investor (Image source: Energy Magazine)

In particular, the company has coordinated, supported and guided the investor to timely overcome technical problems during the design and construction of connection elements so as not to affect the progress of energizing, checking and accepting connection points. connect and ensure safe operation of the transmission grid; inspect and comment on construction organization plans of the investor to ensure technical and safety and shorten the time of power cut off for construction and connection.

The company has issued documents to the investors of 16 wind power projects in Gia Lai province (including 8 wind power projects connected to the electricity grid) requesting safety when transporting equipment on the road at the intersection of poles with transmission lines, as well as strengthening propaganda to ensure the safety of power grid corridors.

At the same time, thoroughly disseminate and understand that the unit's employees strictly implement the prevention of Covid-19 epidemic to ensure safety in coordination, project support and grid operation management.

Mr. Tran Khanh Trung - Deputy Director of Gia Lai Power Transmission said: “Overcoming difficulties and challenges, Gia Lai Power Transmission staff have worked hard to ensure all 8 projects. wind power completed energizing the connection point to the transmission grid in September and October 2021, ahead of schedule as required.”

The important role of EVN

Mr. Vu The Danh - Deputy Director of Phong Dien La Pet Dak Doa Joint Stock Company No. 1 and 2 said: “In order to achieve the milestone of completion and commercial operation of the factory before December 31, 2021, in addition to the The efforts of the company's engineers and contractors have greatly supported both the power units in all aspects, especially in terms of techniques and procedures for energizing.

During the project implementation process, the Electricity of Vietnam and special units, Gia Lai Power Transmission, have always supported the company, promptly provided technical comments and made recommendations. face-to-face professional sessions are very effective.

In order to speed up the connection of electricity from the plant to the national grid, in addition to professional and dynamic construction with fast progress and technical assurance, the testing and acceptance procedures in the field must always be carried out. deployed in parallel; Preparation and safety should be ensured to the maximum extent. The company has had regular and continuous exchanges with Gia Lai Power Transmission to speed up the steps for smooth work and high efficiency. It is the support and important contribution of the transmission unit that has created the success of the project.”

Ia Pet Dak Doa Wind Power Plant No. 1

According to Mr. Nguyen Le Anh Khoa - Director of Operation Management Board of EMI Investment Joint Stock Company (Management and Operation of Nhon Hoa 1 and Nhon Hoa 2 Wind Power Plants in Gia Lai) said: “Wind energy is a new energy source, so the company encountered many difficulties in the implementation process. The company is closely coordinated and supported by power units, so it is more convenient in the process of connecting from the plant to the national power transmission grid.

During the implementation process, the company always strictly follows and follows the circulars, decrees and implementing documents from the Ministry of Industry and Trade, the Electricity Regulatory Authority and Vietnam Electricity in the process of implementation. connection to the national power system.

Along with that, stick to reality, proactively report problems in connection work to relevant units for timely resolution.”

Mr. Nguyen Le Anh Khoa also emphasized “Our company appreciates the support of Gia Lai Power Transmission (Power Transmission Company 3). In all difficult situations, we always receive enthusiastic, timely and proactive guidance and support from the Electricity industry. This has made a very important contribution to the project being put into commercial operation before the deadline of October 31, 2021.”

According to Vietnam Energy Magazine