TotalEnergies and Hiep Phat International Agricultural Co. Ltd Complete Vietnam’s First Agricultural Ground-Mounted Solar Project

TotalEnergies has completed the installation of a 2.1 megawatt-peak (MWp) ground-mounted solar photovoltaic (PV) system in partnership with Hiep Phat International Agricultural Co. Ltd, a leading starch manufacturer in Vietnam. This project marks TotalEnergies’ first agri-PV system in the Asia Pacific region, supplying around 20% of the energy needs for Hiep Phat’s plant and office.

The PV system, featuring over 3,600 panels, generates approximately 3,250 megawatt-hours (MWh) of renewable electricity annually. This reduces Hiep Phat’s carbon footprint by about 2,200 tons of CO2 emissions each year, equivalent to removing 440 cars from the road or planting 33,000 trees. Additionally, Hiep Phat plans to cultivate plants, such as herbs for organic chicken farming, under the panels to further its agricultural ventures.

Under the agreement, TotalEnergies fully funded, installed, and will operate the PV system. Hiep Phat will purchase the generated electricity for 20 years, eliminating upfront costs. This initiative not only supports Hiep Phat’s agricultural operations but also integrates clean energy production into their core activities.

Nguyen Thanh An, Deputy Director of Hiep Phat International Agricultural Co. Ltd said, “Exploring solar energy solutions has been our long-term commitment to reduce our environmental impact. Partnering with TotalEnergies has significantly advanced this goal, thanks to their expertise and innovative approach in implementing effective renewable strategies at our site.”

Elodie Renaud, Managing Director of TotalEnergies Renewables Distributed Generation Asia added, “We are proud to complete our first agri-PV project in the APAC region, making it a model for the segment with great potential for scalability. As a leading solar service provider for commercial and industrial businesses, TotalEnergies is committed to combine its expertise and know-how to help more customers like Hiep Phat in the agricultural sector to drive down both their energy costs and carbon footprint, and support their core business model of poultry husbandry by providing natural shade to animals. We are dedicated to being a long-term energy partner for Hiep Phat inspiring other farmers and look forward to more collaboration in their road of decarbonation and sustainability.”