green workforce crucial to a green economy

Green workforce crucial to a green economy

The Vietnamese government is targeting green growth with policies and international commitments towards the green economy. Nguyen Cong Thuy, founder and CEO of HRDC, discusses the influence of the green workforce on sustainable development.
the case for self sufficiency in vietnams energy mix

The case for self-sufficiency in Vietnam’s energy mix

Vietnam’s power shortages highlight the need for electricity conservation and a transition to clean energy, with self-sufficiency models and government support playing crucial roles in ensuring business continuity and sustainable development.
vietnams 15 renewable energy transition projects generate 154 million kwh

Vietnam's 15 renewable energy transition projects generate 154 million kWh

In a significant stride towards renewable energy adoption, 15 transitional renewable energy projects have contributed approximately 154 million kilowatt-hours (kWh) of electricity.
vietnamese province advocates for renewable energy law

Vietnamese province advocates for renewable energy law

Representatives from Gia Lai province emphasised the urgency of enacting a dedicated Renewable Energy Law to overcome regulatory challenges and promote sustainable growth in the country's renewable energy sector.
vietnams energy sector sparks interest from chinese corporations

Vietnam's energy sector sparks interest from Chinese corporations

The energy sector in Vietnam has piqued the interest of Chinese corporations, paving the way for collaborations and potential investments in renewable energy projects.
swedes take on sustainable approach

Swedes take on sustainable approach

Swedish companies are displaying a heightened interest in the Vietnamese market, notably targeting the burgeoning sectors of innovation and sustainability.
conditions aligning for renewables boost

Conditions aligning for renewables boost

Renewable energy investors are being assured that national policy and electricity purchase prices are both secure and lucrative.
adb singapore partner to develop clean energy

ADB, Singapore partner to develop clean energy

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Energy Market Authority (EMA) of Singapore have signed an MoU that paves the way for the development of renewable energy generation and transmission across the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) region.
solar solutions bring best in class quality

Solar solutions bring best-in-class quality

Businesses are eager to install rooftop solar assets to generate green energy for their self-consumption, which is encouraged by Vietnam’s approved power scheme.
quang tri greenlights thanh an wind power to spearhead 74 million wind power project

Quang Tri greenlights Thanh An Wind Power to spearhead $74 million wind power project

In a stride towards expanding its renewable energy portfolio, Quang Tri People's Committee has green lit a second adjustment to the investment initiative for the Tan Hop wind power plant project, with the total investment approaching VND1.7 trillion (approximately $74 million).
world bank supports vietnams inclusive and sustainable recovery

World Bank supports Vietnam's inclusive and sustainable recovery

The World Bank approved $264 million of International Development Association credit for Vietnam on June 29, aimed at bolstering the country's efforts to achieve an inclusive, green, and digitally driven economic recovery, aimed at supporting households, businesses and the expansion of renewable energy.
ac energy makes 165 million acquisition of super energy projects

AC Energy makes $165 million acquisition of Super Energy projects

AC Energy's strategic acquisition of Super Energy's solar energy business in Vietnam exemplifies the growing momentum behind Southeast Asia's renewable energy landscape.
desire to switch from coal fired energy

Desire to switch from coal-fired energy

The urgency to convert coal-fired power facilities to alternative fuels is intensifying, with the Vietnamese government adopting a plan to convert coal to biomass and ammonia.
powering vietnams green growth with new power plan

Powering Vietnam’s green growth with new power plan

Vietnam’s recently approved energy policy serves as a pivotal element in its journey towards achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, with the power sector shouldering the responsibility of eliminating approximately two-thirds of the country’s total greenhouse gas emissions. Philipp Munzinger, director of the German Development’s Agency’s Energy Support Programme, gave his viewpoints on the plan and suggestions to help Vietnam realise its ambitions.
vietnams biomass potential

Vietnam's biomass potential

Le Thi Thoa, team leader of the Climate Protection through the Sustainable Bioenergy Markets in Vietnam (BEM) Project, overseen by the German Development Agency (GIZ), spoke with VIR's Hai Van on some important issues.