29-10-2021 09:00
The northern port city of Haiphong is calling for more investment into its eco-industrial zones, with investors growing more aware of sustainable development.
28-10-2021 11:11
The United Nations' top climate change official, Patricia Espinosa, pointed out four key priorities heading into the COP26.
25-10-2021 18:04
On the occasion of the launch of the Global Report as part of the ambitious Better Living in 2030 sustainability programme of Electrolux, Tomasz Sypytkowski, general manager Vietnam and head of Sales Area Southeast Asia shared with VIR’s Tom Nguyen the key pain points identified in the report and how Electrolux is looking to help address them.
25-10-2021 16:27
AstraZeneca Vietnam has been a partner of choice for the government and healthcare organisations. Nitin Kapoor, chairman and general director of AstraZeneca Vietnam, talked with VIR’s Bich Thuy the company’s plans to further contribute to Vietnam’s healthcare system and sustainability.
24-10-2021 16:06
The Ministry of Construction (MoC) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) co-organised a conference to announce the final results of the “Energy efficiency improvement in high-rise and commercial buildings in Vietnam” (EECB) project and discuss the future of energy-efficient and green buildings in Vietnam.
21-10-2021 18:55
Intensive efforts are underway with support from diverse stakeholders to promote the sustainable use of rice husks and other biomass resources for electricity and heat production throughout Vietnam.
16-10-2021 12:17
The United Nation Development Programme (UNDP), the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD), and the five provinces of Dak Lak, Dak Nong, Khanh Hoa, Ninh Thuan, and Binh Thuan have launched a Green Climate Fund to finance a $30 million climate change adaptation project to strengthen the resilience of smallholder agriculture to climate change-induced water insecurity.
14-10-2021 17:34
Beyond coffee and moments of indulgence, Nespresso embraces sustainability in every step of the way. An inspiration for conscious living, the new Nespresso Boutique at Saigon Center provides customers unique experiences that marry the brand’s dedication to championing constant innovation and adherence to a circular economy.
13-10-2021 10:49
Transitioning to a circular, green economy is no walk in the park – it is a daunting task that requires collective efforts. Dennis Ng Teck Yow, general director of Gamuda Land Vietnam (Hanoi) explained to VIR’s Song Huong the sustainability journey of the Malaysian property developer and how it is making a better Vietnam.
08-10-2021 18:17
HSBC Vietnam will provide short-term green trade finance for renewable energy construction for Power Construction JSC No.1 (PCC1).
07-10-2021 08:00
"Let's reduce plastic waste" is expected to gradually change the behaviour of consumers and retailers, encouraging them to limit the use of single-use plastic bags.
05-10-2021 16:50
Asian issuers are assigning high levels of importance to environmental and social issues, putting them ahead of their global peers and investors in the region, according to HSBC’s Sustainable Finance and Investing Survey 2021.
04-10-2021 22:21
Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Le Minh Hoan last week suggested EU firms increase investment in Viet Nam’s agriculture, in the direction of high-technology, green standards and environmental sustainability.
02-10-2021 21:16
Via the LOTUS green construction certification, Saint-Gobain Vietnam reconfirms its commitment to improving the quality of living, studying, and working spaces by developing and providing innovative products and construction services.
29-09-2021 22:40
A new IFC-World Bank analysis argues that treating used plastic as a resource provides a compelling financial case for Vietnam to scale up recycling and other plastic circularity efforts while fostering sustainable economic development locally.