Green Growth

Private sector expected to support the green growth model in Vietnam

By Patrick Lenain September 08, 2022 | 10:33

Last year Vietnam made a remarkable commitment to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. Patrick Lenain, senior associate of the Swiss-based Council on Economic Policies, shares some recommendations to encourage the private sector’s role in this ambitious target.

Backing up Vietnam’s COP26 goals

By Nguyen Dat September 08, 2022 | 10:11

Vietnam’s strong commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions over the next few decades is receiving major support from the international community.

United States and Vietnam to strengthen ties in climate change adaptation

By The US Embassy September 07, 2022 | 18:51

The United States and Vietnam are determined to accelerate the energy transition and enhance cooperation in climate change adaptation.

New energy tie-ups lean to greener business ambitions

By Phuong Thu September 07, 2022 | 09:13

Foreign investors are increasing activities in renewable energy in Vietnam through new tie-ups, with a focus laid on self-use electricity due to the country’s global commitments to a greener future.

Balancing short- and long-term goals at GREENFEED

By Hoang Oanh September 07, 2022 | 09:06

Vietnam’s agricultural and food production is receiving more interest and attraction from international partners.

US Special Presidential Envoy for Climate visits Ben Tre

By VNA September 03, 2022 | 22:04

A delegation led by US Special Envoy for Climate John Kerry paid a working visit to Ben Tre on climate change situation in to the Mekong Delta province on September 3.

Japan to increase financial assistance for Vietnam's energy transition

By Angela Nguyen August 30, 2022 | 18:27

A Tokyo agreement on energy transition indicates Japan's support for Vietnam's energy reform.

Energy-saving taking top spot in solutions for electricity crisis

By Thy Nguyet August 27, 2022 | 13:53

With the demand for electricity increasing rapidly and supply and a sense of economical use more limited, saving electricity is deemed an important tool during possible periods of crisis in the future.

All options on table for climate transition

By Nguyen Huong August 27, 2022 | 13:43

Vietnam is now facing big pressure to carry out its energy transition in a greener manner, with the government advised to place high priority on limiting coal-fired power development while developing more renewable energy.

Offshore wind future in balance for Vietnam

By Nguyen Thu August 27, 2022 | 09:08

The long-awaited Power Development Plan VIII is set to target the development of about 7GW of offshore wind power in Vietnam. However, both investors and localities are waiting for a clearer roadmap.

Turbine leaders take choppy waters into account

By Phuong Thu August 27, 2022 | 08:00

The world’s biggest wind turbine makers are garnering lower profits in the context of the global energy crisis in Europe and uncertain policies in many other regions.