Rapid growth needed for energy ecosystem
By Hara Nguyen
May 12, 2026 | 13:59
From workforce training to development of modular reactors, Vietnam is stepping up preparations to build the energy ecosystem needed to support its next wave of tech-driven growth.
Policy and financial blips limit rooftop solar market
By Nguyen Thu
May 12, 2026 | 13:54
Low surplus electricity prices, inconsistent policy incentives, and cumbersome administrative procedures are continuing to hold back Vietnam’s rooftop solar market, despite strong growth prospects.
Primary pupils urged to go green in new nationwide contest
By Thanh Van
May 12, 2026 | 12:10
The Ministry of Education and Training has launched a nationwide environmental protection contest for primary school pupils.
Companies required to pay recycling fees based on waste output
By Thai An
May 07, 2026 | 18:36
From May 25, producers and importers in Vietnam will be required to meet mandatory recycling obligations for products and packaging placed on the market, either by organising recycling activities themselves or making financial contributions to the Vietnam Environmental Protection Fund.
Government targets June for forest carbon credit negotiations
By Thai An
May 06, 2026 | 09:45
Talks on selling more than five million forest carbon credits to Emergent at a minimum price of $10 per credit are set to begin in June.
Ignoring sustainability carries unpriced risks
By Hazy Tran
April 30, 2026 | 12:45
The ACCA has noted that amid rising global uncertainty, any retreat from environmental, social, and governance commitments is not merely a short-term strategic choice, but risks evolving into a long-term financial liability with tangible costs.
Hanoi to host APAC Wind Energy Summit 2026
By Nha Phuong
April 30, 2026 | 12:42
The APAC Wind Energy Summit 2026 will take place in Hanoi from June 9–11, bringing together global industry leaders to accelerate wind power development across Asia-Pacific.
MAE urges thermal power plants to review their emissions
By Nguyen Kim
April 30, 2026 | 12:40
The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment asked thermal power plants to review their emissions, strengthen environmental protection, and ensure that the operation of power generation units is not affected during the peak months of the hot, dry season.
BII launches British Climate Partners to accelerate energy transition in Asian developing economies
By Bich Thuy
April 24, 2026 | 15:07
British International Investment (BII), the UK’s development finance institution (DFI) and impact investor, on April 24 announced its new five-year strategy, including the launch of British Climate Partners (BCP) to accelerate energy transition across Asi
VCCI agrees with proposal to extend tax incentives for EVs
By Nguyen Kim
April 23, 2026 | 17:33
The Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry agrees with the Ministry of Finance's proposal to extend the special consumption tax on motor vehicles under 24 seats powered by batteries.
Vietnam’s aviation authority pushes shift to greener operations
By Nguyen Huong
April 21, 2026 | 15:09
The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam has instructed aviation stakeholders to study alternative fuels and gradually deploy sustainable aviation fuel, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and accelerate the sector’s energy transition.
Five targets made for environmental protection law
By Nguyen Kim
April 20, 2026 | 14:00
The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment has determined five strategic directions for amending and supplementing several articles of the Law on Environmental Protection.
MoF, KOICA, and GGGI to strengthen climate-tech funding
By Thanh Tung
April 20, 2026 | 10:45
The MoF, KOICA, and the GGGI on April 17 launched a net-zero venture in order to strengthen climate-tech funding.
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