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Report shows e-commerce trending towards sustainability
11-04-2023 16:00
Sustainable eCommerce will connect individual shopping behaviors towards long-term shopping trends including search, selection, purchase, payment and exchange.
Green jobs needed as businesses embrace sustainability
06-04-2023 11:24
As the nation is aiming for green growth, Nguyen Thanh Huong, Country HR Manager of the leading global recruitment, staffing, outsourcing and payroll company ManpowerGroup Vietnam shares about the growing importance of sustainability in business strategies and green job opportunities in the country.
Packaging provider SIG reinforces sustainability commitment in Asia
30-03-2023 18:39
Through its 25 years of sustainability journey in Asia, Switzerland-headquartered aseptic packaging solutions provider Schweizerische Industrie Gesellschaft (SIG) has been making ambitious sustainability commitments. Angela Lu, president and general manager Asia Pacific South at SIGdiscussed with VIR’s Luu Huong how SIG facilitates the consumer’s need for convenience, and how sustainable packaging is becoming a key focus for sustainability.
Suntory Group deepens sustainable footprint in Vietnam
29-03-2023 10:00
The “Mizuiku – I love clean water” programme is an education initiative for nature and water unique to Suntory Group designed for the next generation to realise the beauty of nature, which has brought benefit to more than 2.6 million people at all ages across Vietnam after eight years. VIR’s Ha Thuy has an exclusive interview with Masaaki Fujiwara, chief sustainability officer of Suntory Group.
Greener, faster, smarter digital plans
27-03-2023 09:46
Various experts have explained how Vietnam can be smarter, greener, and more efficient in its digital overhaul, with an eye towards sustainability.
JCCI proposes solutions to promote investment in green energy
20-03-2023 19:36
Japanese companies would like to contribute to a realistic energy transition in Vietnam by promoting private investment in the application of decarbonisation technologies necessary for meeting sustainability goals, according to the Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry (JCCI).
Sweden leading in green, digital goals
20-03-2023 16:00
Companies are betting on digital transformation and 5G to increase operational efficiency, competitiveness, and sustainability. David Lidén, trade commissioner of Sweden to Vietnam, talked to VIR’s Bich Thuy about the lessons from Sweden in the twin green and digital transition.
De Heus and Bel Ga fulfill commitments to sustainability with solar rooftop portfolio
17-03-2023 15:16
De Heus, Bel Ga and Green Roof have formed a partnership with a view to deliver a positive impact on Vietnam’s sustainability progress. Johan van den Ban, CEO of De Heus Vietnam, discussed with VIR’s Thanh Van the importance of the latest tie-up between the three companies.
Green logistics remain a taxing endeavour
16-03-2023 16:00
Vietnam’s logistics businesses are advancing on a green path connected with digital transformation, but are also in a highly energy-intensive and polluting industry, raising concerns about the long-term sustainability and financial viability of the sector, experts have said.
LIXIL embraces cleaner future
15-03-2023 09:00
At the recent unveiling of the new global identity for LIXIL’s American Standard power brand in February, Priyanka Tanwar, leader of Communications and Corporate Responsibility for Asia at LIXIL, and Toshie Takahashi, leader of Brand and Commercial Marketing for Vietnam, spoke with VIR's Linh Le about the company's corporate responsibility strategy.
Repositioning Vietnam in the timber value chain
10-03-2023 09:00
It is of the utmost importance for Vietnam to complete the next steps of implementation of the Voluntary Partnership Agreement on Forest Law Enforcement, Governance, and Trade as quickly as possible. Anja Barth, chief technical advisor of a forest biodiversity initiative run by the German Development Agency and the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, talked to VIR’s Van Nguyen about the progress of sustainability and conservation in this area in Vietnam.
BayWa r.e. and Icebug race to reduce carbon footprint in the footwear and apparel industry
08-03-2023 10:59
Global renewable energy developer, BayWa r.e., has announced its collaboration with Swedish shoe manufacturer and sustainability pioneer, Icebug, for the Decarbonising Apparel Manufacturing in Vietnam – On-Site Rooftop Solar Group Procurement programme. Initiated by the Clean Energy Investment Accelerator, the Apparel Impact Institute, and the IDH Sustainable Trade Initiative, the pilot was first rolled out in 2021.
What Vietnam could learn from Singapore
22-02-2023 10:00
A close partnership between Singapore and Vietnam will enable them to capitalise on the wealth of opportunities that digitalisation and sustainability offer. Michele Wee, CEO at Standard Chartered Bank Vietnam, talked to VIR’s Nhue Man about spurring prosperity for both nations and fostering greater interconnectivity within ASEAN.
Sustainability a dynamic driving force for the market
21-02-2023 09:48
With short-term investment and speculation in the real estate market slowing down and replaced by real demand, sustainability is gradually becoming the key to increasing the competitiveness of projects. Factors for a green living environment and emphasising the experiences of end users have become the selection criteria for many customers.
The way forward to consider both sustainability and ESG
08-02-2023 14:58
Last year was not a good year for environmental, social, and governance (ESG) funds and their performance has been held back. After years of dramatic growth, investment in ESG securities has sharply declined, with research firm Morningstar reporting a 70 per cent drop in inflows compared to the year before and the number of new funds launched is down by 60 per cent.
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