Green Growth

Nuclear plans develop as crucial cornerstone

By Hara Nguyen April 02, 2026 | 12:10

Vietnam is accelerating plans to develop nuclear power as a cornerstone of future energy security.

Japan extends ¥50 billion loan for green transformation programme

By Minh Vu April 01, 2026 | 13:16

JICA on March 30 signed a ¥50 billion loan agreement with Vietnam to provide official development assistance for its green transformation programme.

Forest Investment Marketplace convenes in Hanoi

By Nguyen Kim March 31, 2026 | 16:36

Officials and experts have called for scaling up finance to the forestry sector to unlock the full potential of forest-based and nature-based enterprises, as the United Nations Environment Programme and the UN-REDD Programme convene the Forest Investment Marketplace.

WWF, Dong Thap launch second phase of climate resilience project

By Thanh Van March 31, 2026 | 11:31

WWF-Vietnam has launched the second phase of its CRxN project in the Mekong Delta, aiming to restore 1,750 hectares of freshwater ecosystems.

Digital green transformation drives sustainable growth

By Nguyen Thu March 31, 2026 | 11:21

Digital transformation is no longer merely a technological trend but a critical enabler for achieving green growth, helping optimise resource management, save energy, reduce costs, and improve efficiency.

VinEnergo to invest $8 billion in Gia Lai wind power complex

By Nguyen Huong March 30, 2026 | 13:39

VinEnergo and Gia Lai province have signed a deal to explore an $8 billion wind power complex.

JICA secures GCF funding for Vietnam forest conservation project

By Thanh Van March 28, 2026 | 11:09

A funding proposal submitted by JICA has been approved by the GCF to address deforestation and promote sustainable forest management.

EVN signs power deal for 1,200 MW LNG plant in Ho Chi Minh City

By Thanh Van March 28, 2026 | 11:08

EVN has signed a power purchase agreement for the $892 million Hiep Phuoc LNG Power Plant – Phase I in Ho Chi Minh City.

AkzoNobel and IUCN partner to boost marine conservation in Ly Son

By Thanh Van March 24, 2026 | 11:18

AkzoNobel and IUCN have completed a 17,000 square metre community renovation on Ly Son Island to support marine conservation.

Solar power could save Vietnam $600 million in fossil fuel imports

By Thanh Van March 19, 2026 | 17:45

Solar power may help Vietnam avoid a total $594 million from potential coal and gas imports.

Vietnam pushes green transition with Japan’s $320 million ODA support

By Nguyen Huong March 19, 2026 | 17:43

On March 18, the Japan International Cooperation Agency Vietnam office and the Ministry of Finance co-organised a signing ceremony for a $320 million green loan programme.