net-zero

Phuc Khang Corporation joins hands with Japanese businesses on green buildings

April 11, 2024 | 15:50

Vietnamese entrepreneurs should team up with foreign businesses to develop green buildings in Vietnam, helping to realise the government's net-zero commitment.

Vietnam and Canada share opportunities to achieve net zero

March 29, 2024 | 11:04

The path towards net zero was discussed at a workshop themed “Towards Net-Zero: Canada-Vietnam Experience Sharing”, held in Ho Chi Minh City on March 28.

Three areas for sustainable alliances

December 13, 2023 | 16:50

One of the most important and impactful trends in business these days is sustainability, and when it comes to supply chain, transportation, and logistics it is certainly no exception. Eric Herding, managing director of DSV Air & Sea Vietnam, outlines the goals and the possible focus that can help nations like Vietnam succeed in this endeavour.

Getting Vietnam’s carbon market framework ready

December 05, 2023 | 18:09

A mandatory carbon market in Vietnam has been in the spotlight ever since the country vowed to reach net-zero emissions by mid-century a couple of years ago.

Climate tech startups a catalyst for Vietnam’s net-zero future

November 29, 2023 | 15:15

I remember landing in Hanoi for the first time in early 2010, impressed by endless streams of motorbikes.

Net-zero through electrifying Vietnam’s commercial transport

November 28, 2023 | 11:55

The electric vehicle revolution is taking the world by storm, and Vietnam has found itself in the middle of it.

Energy behemoths set stage for new commitments

October 11, 2023 | 11:44

Major names in global energy are boosting interest in pumping money into offshore wind ventures in Vietnam in line with increasing net-zero ambitions.

Development banks extend role in green-related loans

September 22, 2023 | 09:00

Major investment banking institutions are seeking opportunities to provide more green loans for Vietnam to support its net-zero transition.

Vietnam’s first local currency sustainability-linked bonds aim to boost economy

September 21, 2023 | 09:22

The International Finance Corporation (IFC) is investing around $150 million in local currency sustainability-linked bonds (SLBs) to be issued by BIM Land JSC.

Vietnam's 300 certified green buildings yet to reach net-zero

September 20, 2023 | 13:18

Amidst the global sustainability efforts, Vietnam hosts only 300 green buildings, none of which meet net-zero criteria.

Commitment made to bring Nghi Son LNG thermal power plant into operation in 2030

July 28, 2023 | 16:00

Japanese energy giant JERA is committed to bringing Nghi Son liquefied natural gas thermal power plant into commercial operation by the end of 2030.

Clearer standards for green Asian projects to hit net-zero

April 25, 2023 | 10:07

The world needs more green investment than ever if we are to achieve net-zero by 2050, but rising interest rates, constraints on public finances, and persistent confusion over the definition of what constitutes a green investment are all conspiring to make it harder to fund sustainable projects.