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Nha may thuy dien Dak Mi 4A148 MW Hydroelectric

HydroRenewableVerified: Feb 2026

The Đăk Mi 4A Hydropower Plant ranks 106th out of 326 power generation facilities in Vietnam, positioning itself within the competitive hydroelectric sector. With a capacity of 148 MW, it is the 55th largest among the country's 230 hydro plants. This facility contributes approximately 0.19% to Vietnam's total installed capacity of 78,648 MW, reflecting the nation's reliance on hydropower as the dominant fuel source. Utilizing a conventional hydroelectric generation technology, Đăk Mi 4A harnesses the flow of water to produce electricity, making it an essential part of Vietnam's renewable energy strategy. Located in a region rich with water resources, this plant is surrounded by other significant hydro plants, including A Vuong (210 MW) and Song Tranh 2 (190 MW), which form a cluster of hydropower generation facilities that collectively enhance grid stability and energy security. The concentration of hydroelectric plants in this area underscores the strategic efforts to optimize the country's water resources for electricity generation. Vietnam's energy profile reflects a strong commitment to hydropower, making facilities like Đăk Mi 4A vital in meeting growing energy demands. Operated by Công ty CP Thủy điện Đăk Mi, the plant has been a part of Vietnam's energy landscape since its commissioning, contributing to the economic development and energy independence of the region. As the country continues to expand its energy infrastructure, Đăk Mi 4A will play a crucial role in achieving its renewable energy goals while helping to mitigate the environmental impacts of traditional fossil fuel consumption.

Capacity
148 MW
Commissioning Year
2015

11 years old

Owner
Công ty CP Thủy điện Đăk Mi
Location
15.4443°, 107.8924°

Vietnam, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 106. largest of 326 plants in Vietnam
  • #8,566 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,813 of 8,493 Hydroelectric plants worldwide
  • 0.19% of the installed capacity of Vietnam
Age & fleet comparison

11 years in operation

Hydroelectric fleet average: 42.1 years

Operator portfolio

Công ty CP Thủy điện Đăk Mi operates 1 plants totalling 148 MW

Regional density

33 plants within 100 km, 2,213 MW combined

Nearest plant: Dak Mi 4 (2.7 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 15.444297, 107.892418
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Carbon Footprint

Zero Direct Emissions

Nha may thuy dien Dak Mi 4A is a hydro power plant producing approximately 519 GWh of clean electricity per year with zero direct CO₂ emissions during operation.

Lifecycle emissions: ~24 g CO₂/kWh (manufacturing, transport, decommissioning)

Technical Details

Primary Fuel Type
Hydro
Energy Source
Renewable
Country
Vietnam
Continent
Asia
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

VietnamEnergy Profile

326
Total Plants
78.7 GW
Total Capacity
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