Environment

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.

Minister of Natural Resources and Environment Du Duc Duy took the stage to remind everyone of tree planting’s role in biodiversity conservation, environmental protection, and climate change adaptation.

In the early days of spring, when the earth and sky are covered with a fresh green hue, it is realised that a green Vietnam is not just a dream but also the responsibility and mission of today’s generation. This is the most valuable legacy we can leave for the children and future generations. What could be more precious than endless green forests, crystal-clear rivers, and lush green cities where people live in harmony with nature?

(VEN) - The carbon market is an important tool in the green economy, helping businesses and organizations manage their greenhouse gas emissions through the purchase and sale of carbon credits.

Vietnam is actively implementing its commitments from the COP26 Climate Change Conference, aiming towards the net zero goal by 2050 through its National Strategy for Green Growth. Following this general trend, the agricultural sector is also promoting the application of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards and investing in green technology, thereby enhancing competitiveness and deeper participation in global value chains.

(VEN) - ESG (Environmental, social, governance) is an assessment framework to measure the sustainability and responsibility towards the environment and society of enterprises. ESG is considered a core factor to help enterprises maintain sustainable development in the current context of globalization and climate change that are threatening the safety in many countries and regions around the world.

The northern region of Vietnam is expected to experience cold weather and drizzle during the Tet (Lunar New Year) holiday, according to the National Centre for Hydrometeorological Forecasting (NCHMF).

(VEN) - In an interview with Vietnam Economic News’ Viet Nga, Vice Chairwoman and General Secretary of the Vietnam Leather, Footwear and Handbag Association (Lefaso) Phan Thi Thanh Xuan said that in 2024, the leather and footwear industry reached an export growth target of 10 percent; however, enterprises must meet the green and sustainable development criteria in 2025.

(VEN) - Vietnamese businesses are under growing pressure to commit to sustainable development and achieve net-zero emissions, while also finding cost-effective solutions amid rising energy prices.

A research group from the Institute of Strategy and Policy on Natural Resources and Environment under the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MoNRE) is sounding the alarm on Vietnam's plastic waste crisis and advocating for a transformative shift towards sustainable alternatives.

Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha has approved the national programme for the conservation of endangered, precious and rare wildlife species prioritised for protection to 2030, with a vision to 2050.

A programme was launched in Ho Chi Minh City on January 16 to support businesses in Vietnam in measuring and implementing comprehensive ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) practices in human resources management to improve their competitive edge in the global supply chain.

The consecutive forest fires in Hong Kong (China), Thailand, and especially the serious incidents in the US in recent days have sounded the alarm bell about the unpredictable consequences of climate change if not controlled in time.

Dr Nguyen Trung Thang and a research team from the Institute of Strategy and Policy on Natural Resources and Environment have proposed a three-pronged approach that combines policy reform, market incentives and public awareness improvement to combat Vietnam’s growing plastic waste crisis.

Ho Chi Minh City has set a target of achieving at least one square metre of green space per capita and an additional ten hectares of public green areas by 2030.

Ninh Thuan, a typically sunny and windy land of the central region, is famous for its majestic landscape and for being home to a diverse and rich ecosystem.

Authorities have released 90 wild animals of 14 species into Vu Quang National Park in the central province of Ha Tinh.

The Hanoi University of Science and Technology's Institute for Research and Application of Artificial Intelligence, alongside relevant units, has been told to work closely with the National Centre for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting (NCHMF) to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into the forecasting of tropical cyclones ahead of the 2025 rainy and storm season.

Each year in Vietnam, millions of seeds are persistently sown to increase forest coverage, contributing to watershed protection, safeguarding mangrove ecosystems, and mitigating the impacts of climate change.