Fishing ports in Vietnam currently consume large amounts of electricity from the national grid or diesel generators to power unloading, cold storage, and seafood processing activities. Amid rising energy costs and increasing pressure to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions under international climate commitments, there is a growing need for clean, reliable, and sustainable energy solutions for port infrastructure. Rooftop solar and battery energy storage systems are emerging as promising options—especially when linked with carbon credit mechanisms to attract climate finance.

A feasibility study is currently underway to evaluate the potential for rooftop solar power and energy storage systems at six fishing ports across the country. These ports are currently undergoing upgrades, construction, and expansion within the context of the Fishing Port Upgrade Project, which is funded by the WB. The project’s owner is the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment.

The study will analyze technical, economic, and legal aspects to determine the feasibility of future implementation. RCEE-NIRAS is participating as a technical consultant for content related to internationally transferred mitigation outcomes (ITMO). It will also review the legal framework and assess the possibility of establishing an ITMO in accordance with Article 6.2.

By generating internationally transferable mitigation results, the study contributes to Vietnam’s target of reducing emissions by 15.8% by 2030 under its Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC), while also supporting South Korea’s ambition to cut emissions by 40% from 2018 levels. This collaboration marks a concrete step in advancing bilateral climate action, opening new opportunities to mobilize carbon finance for the fisheries sector and promoting renewable energy solutions in support of Vietnam’s net-zero by 2050 vision.