Environment

According to experts, to ensure a harmonious balance between greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction and economic development, it is essential to explore and assess different scenarios of design and governance options for Viet Nam’s carbon market.

(VEN) - The Moc Chau high-tech dairy processing plant operates with a closed-loop production system, comprehensively integrating Industry 4.0 technologies in management and operations. This approach meets international standards, which helps protect the environment, conserves resources, and ensures sustainable development criteria.

From the night of April 12 to the morning of April 13, two forest fires occurred in Ha Long city's Dai Yen ward, and Binh Lieu district's Binh Lieu town, damaging over 40 hectares of forests.

Vietnam's hosting the fourth Partnership for Green Growth and the Global Goals 2030 (P4G) Summit reflects its push to meet climate commitments, slash emissions, and shift its growth model with global support.

The Government has instructed the People's Committees of Hanoi and HCM City to urgently implement measures aimed at achieving safe Air Quality Index (AQI) levels within five years.

Waste is an inevitable part of modern life, and as life continues to develop, the challenge of waste management becomes increasingly urgent. We can no longer rely on outdated methods; waste management requires a new, integrated approach from public awareness and technical infrastructure to policy mechanisms, thus transforming waste from an environmental burden into a valuable resource for sustainable development.

This collaboration provides an opportunity for the two sides to jointly develop breakthrough solutions in four key areas, namely urban climate research, greenhouse gas emissions reduction, water resources management, and circular economy development.

(VEN) - To overcome the challenges of transitioning to a green production model, businesses need support not only in terms of capital, but also in mechanisms and policies.

A 30-story building under construction in Bangkok collapsed, trapping at least 43 workers.

Key measures proposed included promoting clean energy transitions to reduce reliance on fossil fuels, developing sustainable transportation, cutting emissions from motor vehicles, managing industrial and household waste efficiently, and having stricter regulations on industrial emissions control.

(VEN) - Processing 5,000 tonnes of waste per day, the Soc Son Waste-to-Energy Plant significantly contributes to reducing environmental pollution, promoting a circular economy, and supplying clean electricity to the economy.

(VEN) - For years, Duyen Hai Thermal Power Company as a member of Power Generation Corporation 1 (EVNGENCO1) has always strictly complied with the legal regulations on environmental protection.

In response to Vietnam’s commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, Nhan Dan (People’s) Newspaper has officially launched a column on the Net Zero Journey.

(VEN) - According to Decision No. 13/QĐ-TTg, 2,166 facilities across six sectors are required to conduct a greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory report for 2024 and submit it by March 31, 2025.

The livestock industry is facing growing pressure to reduce emissions and transition towards more sustainable production methods.

Vietnam has taken strong steps in the fight against climate change. The commitment to achieve net zero emissions by 2050 has been concretised through an action programme and various strategies, plans and projects. However, compared to the actual needs and developments, Vietnam requires even more decisive actions.

Forest ecotourism stands out from traditional tourism by providing a direct and meaningful connection to nature.

(VEN) - On the morning of March 14, more than 100 businesses participated in a survey to promote cooperation in tourism development while launching a campaign for sustainable tourism and environmental protection at Duong Lam Ancient Village.

The Hanoi People’s Committee has also given in-principle approval to a wastewater system project in the West Lake area, with an estimated budget of over 99 billion VND (3.88 million USD) funded by Tay Ho district.

According to statistics from the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, approximately 1.8 million tonnes of plastic waste are generated in Vietnam every year, with between 0.28 - 0.73 million tonnes of this waste ending up in the oceans. Only 27% of plastic waste is recycled or repurposed by businesses and facilities.

The Bach Long Vi MPA covers more than 27,000 hectares and is divided into strictly protected zones, ecological recovery areas, development zones, and buffer zones.

The released animals include one Hatinh langur (Trachypithecus hatinhensis), two Keeled box turtles (Cuora mouhotii), two Impressed tortoises (Manouria impressa), three Pygmy slow lorises (Nycticebus pygmaeus), one Big-headed turtle (Platysternon megacephalum), four Bourret’s box turtles (Cuora bourreti), and one Bengal monitor lizard (Varanus bengalensis).

(VEN) - In line with the commitments made at the UN Climate Change Conference COP 26 in Glasgow, United Kingdom, coal-fired power plants are currently striving to find energy transition solutions for sustainable development.

(VEN) - To meet the requirements of a circular economy, Vietnamese businesses are currently seeking solutions to the cost and output challenges, as recycled products are often 10 to 30 percent more expensive than conventional products.

The ecological design of packaging in the food and beverage industry will help reduce pollution and promote sustainable resource use, building a green and sustainable brand image.

The proposed regulations also aim to implement the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES).

Management of the Cham Island Marine Protected Area (MPA) has called local fishermen and tourists to take rubbish back to the mainland for treatment rather than dumping it at landfill on the island.

Following extensive assessment, WWF-Vietnam has recognised six particularly successful models that could be expanded.

Designed to temporarily store rainwater underground, the plastic rainwater storage system boasts high durability, a porosity exceeding 95%, and easy installation.

The Mineral and Geology Law is expected to provide a legal framework, enhance the efficiency of State management over mineral resources, and promote geological surveys of minerals and the mining industry.