PROINSO Group Shortlisted for Energy-Efficient Partnership of the Year at The Energy Awards 2025
Windsor, UNITED KINGDOM – May 2025 – PROINSO Group is proud to announce that its project, Empowering Sustainability: The Golden Star Solar Initiative, has been shortlisted for the Energy-Efficient Partnership of the Year at The Energy Awards 2025. This nomination highlights the company’s commitment to advancing clean energy solutions and fostering sustainable industry practices.
As part of this initiative, PROINSO Group has completed a 2-megawatt (MW) solar energy project for Golden Star Company Limited, a leading player in the textile industry. Located in Truong Son Town, An Lao District, Hai Phong City, this installation is a major milestone in Golden Star’s mission to achieve NetZero emissions through power savings and greener energy solutions.
“This project is a testament to how renewable energy can drive meaningful change in industrial sectors,” said Robert Forrest, Managing Director of Southeast Asia at PROINSO Group. “By integrating advanced solar technology with a forward-thinking sustainability strategy, we are helping businesses like Golden Star transition toward a cleaner and more cost-effective energy future.”
Golden Star is one of Stella Group’s major suppliers, and these installations have been directly driven by Stella Group in order to tackle Scope 3 emissions. As part of its corporate sustainability targets, Stella Group is committed to reducing its environmental footprint, with these solar projects playing a crucial role in its strategy to address indirect emissions across its supply chain.
Stella International is a leading developer and manufacturer of premium quality footwear and leather goods. A trusted partner to many of the world’s most sought-after and prestigious brands, it offers a unique proposition of unparalleled craftsmanship, production flexibility, and strong speed-to-market and commercialisation capabilities, supported by a broad, diverse, and proven manufacturing base across China and Southeast Asia.
Stella International has been listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange since 2007 as 1836.HK. The company is committed to achieving high standards of corporate governance through increasing transparency, accountability, and better risk assessment and mitigation. Stella Group believes that high corporate governance standards will translate into long-term returns for its shareholders.
The company advocates a governance model that combines both corporate governance and business governance to build long-term interests for the Group. Corporate governance emphasizes conformance with relevant laws and regulations, while business governance focuses on business performance. This combination enhances accountability and assurance to shareholders, key drivers for value creation within the Group.
The solar installation significantly enhances Golden Star’s sustainability efforts, reducing energy costs while reinforcing the growing shift towards renewable energy in Vietnam’s textile sector. PROINSO Group is honoured to be part of this transformative initiative, setting a benchmark for sustainable practices in the industry.
Project Partners and Components Installed:
Solar Modules: Jinko Solar Co., Ltd. JKM555N-72HL4 (555Wp)
Rooftop Structures/Trackers: Clenergy
Inverters: SMA Solar CORE2 STP 110-60 (110kWac)
EPC Contractor: H2T Hanoi
Project Developer: ETIAM Insights – KIVN (KAIZEN Institute Global® Vietnam, ASEAN)
The Energy Awards celebrate excellence in the energy sector, recognising companies and projects that demonstrate innovation, efficiency, and sustainability. The winners will be announced at the awards ceremony later this year.