ENERGY AND ENERGY MODELS FOR TROPICAL ISLANDS IN VIETNAM

Abstract

When delving into energy research, addressing the energy needs of islands becomes a noteworthy challenge due to their geographical isolation, making energy supply a formidable task. Constructing an energy model for islands can be regarded as building a scaled-down version of a national energy system. Vietnam, being a tropical country with an extensive coastline and over 3,000 islands, poses a significant issue for researching on-site energy potential for these islands and developing efficient energy usage models, reducing Carbon dioxide emissions-contributing substantially to the sustainable development of the islands. In this article, analytical, synthesis, and comparative methods are employed to evaluate and provide valuable insights, leading to the proposal of an energy-efficient model and Carbon dioxide emission reduction for Vietnam's tropical islands. The research results reveal a considerable energy potential in Vietnam's tropical islands, and the application of technical solutions to optimize energy usage for these islands is rational. The proposed energy model can not only be applied to Vietnam's tropical islands but can also contribute to promoting sustainable energy development for island communities worldwide with similar characteristics.