Should Laos diversify its power supply?

To maintain power supply stability, she suggested that Laos diversify its sources of power to include more solar and wind energy. The price of both has dropped globally and, based on data collected by the Stimson Centre, the price of these renewables is also getting cheaper in the Mekong region.

Why is electricity so expensive in Laos?

EDL also imports electricity from the Thailand’s Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA). However, under this deal, the price EDL pays for this imported power makes it almost twice as expensive as imported electricity sourced from EGAT. These power purchasing arrangements may well be contributing to the current electricity pricing in Laos.

What is the price framework for electricity imports from Laos?

(KPL/VNA) The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) has issued a decision approving a price framework for electricity imports from Laos starting from December 31, 2025. The maximum price for hydroelectric power plants is set at 6.78 US cents/kWh, down from the current rate of 6.95 cents/kWh.

What type of electrical outlets does Laos use?

Laos primarily uses Type A, Type B, Type C, Type E, and Type F electrical outlets. These types cover a variety of plug configurations used in different regions. Has two flat parallel pins, used in North and Central America, Japan, and parts of China and Thailand.

Will EVN import electricity from Laos?

In October 2023, the Prime Minister approved a proposal to import electricity from various sources in Laos with a total capacity of 2,689MW. EVN has signed 19 power purchase agreements (PPA) to buy electricity from 26 Lao power plants with a total capacity of 2,240MW.

Do I need a voltage converter in Laos?

In North America, the standard plug types are Type A and Type B, with a voltage of 120V. Since Laos uses Type A, B, C, E, and F outlets, you will need a Type A/B to Type C/E/F adapter depending on the socket type. Additionally, as the voltage in North America is different, you may also need a voltage converter for devices that are not dual-voltage.