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Vietnam joining to clear commitments to phase out coal power
05-11-2021 11:00
A 190-strong coalition, including Vietnam, has agreed to both phase out coal power and end support for new coal power plants.
Standard Chartered Vietnam commits MoUs worth $8.5 billion for green projects
04-11-2021 17:20
Standard Chartered Bank Vietnam has recently committed MoUs worth up to $8.5 billion in sustainable financing for three Vietnamese businesses namely T&T Group, Geleximco Group and Van Lang Investment and Education Management Corporation, to support their sustainability goals.
Unitek provides global sustainable solutions for renewable energy projects in Vietnam
03-11-2021 16:07
As one of the world's three regions with the most thunderstorms and lightning, Vietnam’s solar and wind power investors and developers should be careful when choosing solutions and suppliers for their direct and transmitted lightning protection systems.
Encouraging green growth strategies for Vietnam’s industries
03-11-2021 11:03
The transition to net zero and a green economy would yield great rewards in climate and sustainability terms. Nguyen Chi Dung, Vietnam’s Minister of Planning and Investment, explains how relevant local authorities can work collaboratively to turn the National Green Growth Strategy into action.
Partners pledge $665 million to support green recovery in ASEAN
03-11-2021 06:00
Four partners have collectively pledged $665 million towards a platform managed by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) that aims to mobilise an additional $7 billion for low-carbon and climate-resilient infrastructure projects in Southeast Asia and accelerate the region’s green recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Nordic companies committed to building businesses in Vietnam
02-11-2021 19:01
Despite the significant challenges of the last few months, Nordic companies have remained resilient and committed to building their businesses in Vietnam.
Vietnam's green growth strategy contributes to post-COVID-19 economic recovery
30-10-2021 10:00
Green growth remains a national strategy despite the pandemic, playing an important role in Vietnam's economic recovery.
SABIC supports Vietnamese communities with long-term access to safe drinking
29-10-2021 16:52
SABIC, a global leader in diversified chemicals, has just donated VND422 million ($18,350), towards water filtration systems in 13 schools, ensuring access to safe drinking water for over 7,300 people.
SMEs require $50 trillion investment to meet global net-zero transition goals
29-10-2021 14:40
Up to half of the estimated $100 trillion investment needed to deliver net-zero supply chains will have to be directed towards small- and medium-sized enterprises – highlighting the need for a new front in the battle to combat climate change, according to new research published today by HSBC and Boston Consulting Group (BCG).
First FSC certification for non-timber forest products in Vietnam
29-10-2021 12:21
The Association of Forest Smallholder Forest Certification Groups of Quang Tri province received the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification, proving that they can supply sustainably harvested acacia wood logs and non-timber forest products of bamboo species in accordance with the FSC FM/CoC code.
Encouraging private funding of sustainable health
29-10-2021 10:00
Vietnam’s healthcare sector has achieved big achievements in sustainable development, and is planning to focus more for future sustainability. Nguyen Thanh Long, Minister of Health, discussed with VIR’s Tung Anh the overall journey of the sector and the role of private providers.
Haiphong lifts sustainability footprint with eco-IP model
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.
Four key priorities heading into COP26
28-10-2021 11:11
The United Nations' top climate change official, Patricia Espinosa, pointed out four key priorities heading into the COP26.
Electrolux to empower green living by 2030
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.
AstraZeneca fosters sustainable health development of Vietnam
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.
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