Due to intense heat waves, the electricity consumption across the country reached a new record of 1.001.9 billion kWh on May 28, surpassing the 1 billion kWh mark for the first time in history. According to data from the National Load Dispatch Centre, electricity consumption in the northern region alone has increased significantly but not surpassed the previous peak. These indicators are forecast to continue rising, increasing the pressure on power supply during upcoming peak heatwaves. Source: Vietnam News Agency