He made the order while presiding over a Government regular meeting in Hanoi on June 22 on the development mechanisms of power sources and networks.

All economic sectors could take part in electricity generation in association with environmental protection, the PM said, with priority being given to renewable energy.

PM Nguyen Xuan Phuc at the meeting.

The Ministry of Industry and Trade and the relevant agencies have been asked to join hands to ensure progress of power projects.

PM Phuc also requested the acceleration of wind, liquefied natural gas and solar power projects in a transparent manner.

The prices of renewable energy have significantly dropped in recent times, raising competitiveness compared to traditional energy sources, according to the Ministry of Industry and Trade.