World Power Plants

Thuy dien A Luoi170 MW Hydroelectric

HydroRenewableVerified: Feb 2026

The Thủy điện A Lưới power generation facility, with a capacity of 170 MW, ranks as the 95th largest plant out of 326 in Vietnam. It stands out as the 46th largest hydro facility among 230 in the country, reflecting its vital role in harnessing renewable energy to support national goals. Utilizing cutting-edge hydroelectric generation technology, this facility exploits the natural flow of water to produce sustainable energy, contributing significantly to Vietnam's efforts to reduce carbon emissions. Located in Thua Thien Hue province, Thủy điện A Lưới finds itself in a region rich in hydroelectric resources, sharing the area with other notable plants such as A Luoi (Hydro, 170 MW), Huong Dien (Hydro, 81 MW), and Nhà máy thủy điện Hương Điền (Hydro, 81 MW). This cluster of hydro facilities showcases a robust investment in renewable energy, with the Thủy điện A Lưới contributing an impressive 0.22% to Vietnam's total capacity of 78,648 MW across 326 plants. Vietnam’s energy profile is predominantly hydroelectric, and this facility plays a crucial role in ensuring a steady power supply amidst growing demand. Operated by Công ty CP Thủy điện Miền Trung, Thủy điện A Lưới has been instrumental since its commissioning in promoting energy independence and sustainability in the region. As Vietnam continues to expand its energy infrastructure, this facility exemplifies the potential for hydro power to not only meet local energy needs but also to drive economic growth through sustainable practices.

Capacity
170 MW
Commissioning Year
2015

11 years old

Owner
Công ty CP Thủy điện Miền Trung
Location
16.2759°, 107.3617°

Vietnam, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 95. largest of 326 plants in Vietnam
  • #7,971 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,639 of 8,493 Hydroelectric plants worldwide
  • 0.22% 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 Miền Trung operates 1 plants totalling 170 MW

Regional density

20 plants within 100 km, 1,229 MW combined

Nearest plant: A Luoi (11 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 16.275867, 107.361692
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Carbon Footprint

Zero Direct Emissions

Thuy dien A Luoi is a hydro power plant producing approximately 596 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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