jcci proposes solutions to promote investment in green energy

JCCI proposes solutions to promote investment in green energy

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).
baywa re and icebug race to reduce carbon footprint in the footwear and apparel industry

BayWa r.e. and Icebug race to reduce carbon footprint in the footwear and apparel industry

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.
taking a five step approach towards decarbonisation

Taking a five-step approach towards decarbonisation

Companies are facing geopolitical upheavals, supply chain disruption, inflation, and the threat of recession. Despite this perfect storm, their commitment to decarbonisation has not fundamentally wavered. The number of companies embracing science-based targets is continuing to grow at a rapid pace.
addressing vietnams energy challenges with aeroderivative gas turbines

Addressing Vietnam's energy challenges with aeroderivative gas turbines

GE’s aeroderivative technology has the potential to help Vietnam advance its energy transition and drive decarbonisation across the power sector.
japan us australia to assist vietnam in decarbonisation

Japan, US, Australia to assist Vietnam in decarbonisation

Government-backed financial institutions from Japan, the US, and Australia have pledged to support Vietnam's efforts to cut carbon emissions, according to the chairman of the Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC).
just energy transition a green pathway for sustainable development

Just energy transition: a green pathway for sustainable development

Vietnam is striving to realise the country’s strong commitment to decarbonisation through a just and sustainable energy transition.
marubeni to foster investment in green energy projects

Marubeni to foster investment in green energy projects

Marubeni Corporation will foster its investment in renewable energy, biomass, and hydrogen project to support Vietnam in achieving decarbonisation.
asia pacific outperforms global decarbonisation in 2021

Asia-Pacific outperforms global decarbonisation in 2021

The Asia-Pacific region outperformed its global counterparts in 2021 with a decarbonisation rate of 1.2 per cent versus 0.5 per cent elsewhere, as stated in a newly-released PwC report that highlights the efforts to decouple greenhouse gas emissions from economic growth despite the global headwinds.
from carbon ambition to delivery

From carbon ambition to delivery

Having set aggressive decarbonisation targets, companies now face the challenge of executing at pace during a time of unprecedented turbulence.
frasers property towards 4ds perspective

Frasers property towards 4Ds perspective

Hua Tiong Lim, CEO of Frasers Property Vietnam, concurrently CEO of Development at Frasers Property (Holdings) Thailand, took part in an Urban Land Institute Singapore discussion on developer perspectives on transforming cities through decarbonisation, decentralisation, digitalisation, and disclosure, which was part of the 2022 World Cities Summit held in Singapore last week. Lim shares some of his insights on what goes into creating thriving cities through these 4Ds.
keppel group and sovico group cooperate on sustainable energy and urbanisation

Keppel Group and Sovico Group cooperate on sustainable energy and urbanisation

Both groups signed an MoU for the development and rollout of energy and environmental solutions for large-scale decarbonisation, as well as for smart and sustainable urban development and township management services.
ge presents top five energy trends in 2022 and beyond

GE presents top five energy trends in 2022 and beyond

Global energy giant General Electric (GE) has presented a forecast of the top five energy trends in 2022 and beyond.
vietnams roadmap to decarbonisation

Vietnam’s roadmap to decarbonisation

Global demand for energy is increasing due to population and economic growth, especially in large emerging countries, which will account for 60 per cent demand growth by 2025. Vietnam, as a developing country, is therefore facing some barriers.
generali updates strategy for climate protection

Generali updates strategy for climate protection

Generali Group’s new strategy on climate change was shared recently with the Board of Directors, chaired by chairman Gabriele Galateri di Genola.
eu carbon tax plan compels local suppliers to step up

EU carbon tax plan compels local suppliers to step up

Vietnamese manufacturing exporters will be under pressure to invest in greener solutions once the European Union adopts a resolution on placing a carbon tax on some products from outside the bloc that do not meet decarbonisation standards