Green Energy Footprints Across Vietnam: From Islands to Cities and Global Supply Chains

Over nearly two decades, the development journey of renewable energy in Vietnam has not followed a straight path. It has been a process of experimentation, adjustment, breakthroughs, and periods of stagnation, one that requires companies in the sector not only to possess technology, but also the resilience and determination to pursue a long-term vision.

Within this broader landscape, SolarBK has been recognized through tangible projects spanning from offshore islands, administrative and energy infrastructure, FDI industrial zones, urban commercial centers, to tourism facilities and community programs. Rather than pursuing scale alone, the company has chosen a consistent approach: designing solutions tailored to each specific operating context, where green energy is not merely installed, but must operate reliably and deliver long-term value.

Truong Sa: Where renewable energy is tested under the harshest conditions

Among the projects implemented, renewable energy systems deployed in the Truong Sa Archipelago and DK1 offshore platforms hold particular significance. These are not merely technical installations, but solutions to survival challenges under extreme natural conditions: strong winds, high salinity, frequent storms, and severe limitations in equipment transportation. SolarBK’s Truong Sa project is often cited as an early landmark, where the philosophy that “energy must survive in real-world conditions” was most clearly validated. From this point onward, green energy ceased to be an experimental concept and became essential infrastructure, even in the most challenging environments.

Industry & FDI: When green energy becomes part of the global production chain

As Vietnam emerges as a major manufacturing and export hub, renewable energy is no longer a question of “whether to adopt,” but rather “which standards must be met.” For FDI enterprises, green electricity is directly linked to ESG requirements, emissions control, and the ability to sustain global supply contracts.

The LEGO factory in Binh Duong is a representative example of this trend, where international standards are integrated with local operating conditions in Vietnam.

In addition, SolarBK has implemented numerous projects for companies in the textile, footwear, and export manufacturing supply chains such as Creative, Jim Brother’s, and Sedo Vinako, with system capacities ranging from hundreds of kWp to MWp scale. What these projects share are stringent requirements for timelines, safety, operational stability, and long-term performance.

Urban spaces: Solar power enters shopping malls

Unlike factories, shopping malls present unique challenges: high foot traffic, continuous operation, and strict safety and aesthetic standards. Integrating renewable energy into such environments therefore requires carefully designed solutions that do not compromise user experience. This series of projects across Vincom shopping malls in multiple provinces and cities serves as a clear example. From Vincom Center and Vincom Mega Mall to Vincom Plaza, solar systems are integrated to lower traditional energy consumption and help shape sustainable operational benchmarks for contemporary retail environments.

These projects demonstrate that renewable energy is not limited to industrial production—it can become part of everyday urban life, allowing consumers to directly experience the value of sustainable development.

From the national power system to tourism and community

Within the power sector, SolarBK has participated in numerous projects in collaboration with EVN and regional power utilities during the early formation of Vietnam’s solar power market. Installations at EVN headquarters, power corporations, and affiliated units serve both operational and demonstration purposes, helping to build public trust in clean energy. In tourism and hospitality, projects such as Alma Resort Cam Ranh and the solar water heating system at the Majestic Saigon Hotel illustrate how renewable energy can support the tourism sector through cost efficiency and sustainable development.

In parallel, community-oriented initiatives such as “Collecting Sunlight – Lighting the Future” and the Solar Balcony model introduce new approaches to bringing green energy closer to schools, households, and urban communities.

A new phase, new milestones

From Truong Sa and DK1 to industrial zones, shopping malls, EVN facilities, resorts, and schools, SolarBK has left its mark through landmark projects across the country. The diversity of geography and deployment models creates a comprehensive picture of nearly 20 years of development—not merely technological progress, but a process of embedding green energy into Vietnam’s socio-economic operations.

As Vietnam moves toward its Net Zero targets, the demand for renewable energy projects that offer depth, efficiency, and long-term operational viability will become increasingly evident. Building on its established track record, SolarBK continues to position itself as a long-term partner for businesses and communities in the journey toward sustainable energy transition.

The first 20-year chapter concludes with tangible milestones; the road ahead opens new expectations for a greater role in energy transition and the realization of Vietnam’s sustainable development goals.

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