A Lao-Chinese joint venture is preparing to develop a 330-megawatt (MW) coal-fired power plant in Xieng Khouang Province, with an estimated investment of US$202.95 million and construction targeted for completion in 2029.
The project is being developed by Lao and Chinese companies, including B Rich Namphan Power Sole Co., Ltd., China Western Power Industrial Co., Ltd. and Dongdok Construction and Installation Engineering Sole Co., Ltd.
The project was first proposed in 2015, when a feasibility study was conducted. After several years of preparation, a suitable site has been identified for construction, while domestic coal resources are expected to provide fuel for the plant for at least 25 years.
The planned facility will generate electricity for the domestic market, with the power to be sold to Electricité du Laos (EDL) for distribution to small- and medium-sized industrial users in northern Laos.
The project is expected to strengthen electricity supply for industrial activities in the northern provinces while promoting investment and cooperation between Lao and Chinese companies in the energy sector.
Once completed, the plant will add 330 MW to Laos’ domestic power-generation capacity and support the country’s efforts to meet growing electricity demand for industrial development.