Green Growth

Decree upgrade becomes electricity market catalyst

By Ngu Truong and Trang Nguyen March 21, 2025 | 14:53

When first issued, Decree No.80/2024/ND-CP was regarded as a groundbreaking move, serving as a significant catalyst for investors in renewable energy. However, it has already been replaced with a new regulation.

Legal reforms powering Vietnam’s energy transformation

By Hang Thuy March 21, 2025 | 14:39

VILAF experts Vo Ha Duyen, Mai Phuoc Thuan, and Ha Ngoc Hai examine the legal developments shaping Vietnam’s energy future.

Hungary to train 1,000 Vietnamese specialists for country's first nuclear plant

By Trang Huyen March 21, 2025 | 08:46

With 50 years of experience in operating nuclear power plants, Hungary is set to assist Vietnam in training 1,000 nuclear power plant operators as the country develops its first nuclear facility.

Green growth paves sustainable path for pharmaceutical industry

By Thanh Van March 19, 2025 | 09:00

Green growth is becoming essential for pharmaceutical companies in the face of increasingly severe climate change.

Japan's erex obtains subsidy for biomass co-firing project in Vietnam

By Thanh Van March 14, 2025 | 14:31

Japanese renewable energy firm Erex Co., Ltd. will receive a subsidy for biomass fuel co-firing tests at coal-fired power facilities in Vietnam.

Pacifico Energy eyes major wind energy investments in Vietnam

By Nguyen Huong March 13, 2025 | 10:14

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met with Nate Franklin, chairman of Pacifico Energy Group from the United States, on March 12 to discuss wind power projects.

EIB and SBV deepen green finance cooperation to support energy transition

By Thanh Van March 13, 2025 | 10:10

The European Investment Bank (EIB) and the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) on March 12 announced commitments to deepening their cooperation.

ACCA event highlights technology's role in sustainability practices

By Hazy Tran March 12, 2025 | 18:00

An ACCA-organised conference on applying technology to sustainability practices took place in Ho Chi Minh City on March 12.

New joint venture to make 390MW solar push in Vietnam

By Nguyen Thu March 10, 2025 | 17:33

Banpu NEXT and SolarBK have agreed to a joint venture to provide at least 390MW of rooftop solar power in Vietnam.

V-Tech galvanised with energy investment into Kyrgyzstan

By Nguyen Thu March 10, 2025 | 12:06

V-Tech chairman Nguyen Le Anh spoke to VIR’s Nguyen Thu about his company’s journey to expand operations in the international market and also contribute to providing clean energy sources for the region.