AUTHOR=Do Thang Nam , Burke Paul J. , Lu Bin 

TITLE=Harnessing solar and wind for sustainable cross-border electricity trade in the Greater Mekong Subregion

JOURNAL=Frontiers in Environmental Science

VOLUME=11

YEAR=2023

URL=https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/environmental-science/articles/10.3389/fenvs.2023.1188335

DOI=10.3389/fenvs.2023.1188335

ISSN=2296-665X

ABSTRACT=<p>Sustainable, low-emission electricity generation options are needed in the Greater Mekong Subregion, including for cross-border electricity trade. Large-scale investment in solar and wind power, together with off-river pumped hydro energy storage, is identified as a promising way forward. The GMS has many potential off-river pumped hydro sites. Actionable recommendations include greater use of bilateral power purchase agreements for cross-border solar and wind power supply, and potential development of a high-voltage direct current grid. Institutional prioritization and ongoing evaluation are required to ensure desired social, environmental, and economic outcomes from the transition.</p>