Gia Lai pioneers green energy with new $87 mln training hub

Gia Lai province in central Vietnam is promoting sustainable development with plans for a 23-ha Renewable Energy Human Resource Training and Development Center in Phu My Dong commune.

This key project, with an estimated investment of VND2.3 trillion ($87 million), is set to address Vietnam's shortage of high-quality renewable energy professionals and drive green economic growth.

The state-of-the-art center will feature a comprehensive infrastructure, including a green hydrogen production workshop, hyperbaric oxygen therapy center, indoor and offshore training areas, a training tower, and both low-rise and high-rise accommodation. It will also boast its own wind turbine system and solar power farm, along with sports facilities and a helicopter landing pad, creating a self-contained environment for training, research, and living.

Designed to host approximately 400 students per course with a dedicated team of over 117 lecturers, the center aims to become Vietnam's premier green energy training institution.

Phu My Dong commune was chosen for its ideal natural conditions, offering stable wind speeds and abundant solar radiation perfect for renewable energy development. Its open terrain, large land fund, and convenient transportation infrastructure further enhance its appeal for large-scale projects.

Looking ahead, the center envisions becoming an international training hub, attracting students from neighboring countries like Laos, Cambodia, and Myanmar. This initiative will significantly bolster Gia Lai's position in global green energy human resource cooperation and affirm its pioneering role in clean energy and sustainable green development.

The Provincial People's Council recently approved a resolution to add 52 land plots for bidding to select investors for renewable energy projects in 2025-2026. This includes 5 hydropower, 13 solar, 32 wind, and 2 biomass power projects, underscoring Gia Lai's comprehensive strategy for a green future.