promotion of energy efficiency in residential and commercial buildings

Promotion of energy efficiency in residential and commercial buildings

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.
rice husks from waste to new green energy

Rice husks: From waste to new green energy

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.
new climate change adaptation project launched

New climate change adaptation project launched

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.
nespresso boutique opens saigon center outlet with new coffee experience

Nespresso Boutique opens Saigon Center outlet with new coffee experience

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.
green from the get go gamuda lands blueprint for sustainable success in vietnam

Green from the get-go: Gamuda Land’s blueprint for sustainable success in Vietnam

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.
hsbc gives green support to wind energy sector of vietnam

HSBC gives green support to wind energy sector of Vietnam

HSBC Vietnam will provide short-term green trade finance for renewable energy construction for Power Construction JSC No.1 (PCC1).
lets reduce plastic waste online campaign launched

"Let's reduce plastic waste" online campaign launched

"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.
asian issuers show global leadership to embrace sustainability agenda

Asian issuers show global leadership to embrace sustainability agenda

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.
vietnam calls for more eu investment in agriculture

Vietnam calls for more EU investment in agriculture

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.
saint gobain vietnams office confirms coveted green construction lotus gold

Saint-Gobain Vietnam’s office confirms coveted Green Construction LOTUS Gold

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.
plastic as a valuable resource for vietnam to tackle plastics pollution

Plastic as a valuable resource for Vietnam to tackle plastics pollution

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.
standard chartered and britcham webinar discusses carbon markets and net zero

Standard Chartered and Britcham webinar discusses carbon markets and net zero

Standard Chartered Vietnam and the British Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (Britcham) on September 28 hosted a sustainability webinar entitled: “Achieving net zero, carbon markets and their role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, perspectives from Vietnam and Asia”, drawing over 300 senior leaders of businesses and organisations operating in Vietnam.
vietnamese youth believe they can lead the way to a more sustainable future

Vietnamese youth believe they can lead the way to a more sustainable future

Vietnamese young people are not only willing to drastically change their lifestyle in order to save the planet, they also see themselves as advocates and leaders towards a more sustainable future, according to a new global study from Electrolux.
sanofi promotes environmental initiatives in vietnam

Sanofi promotes environmental initiatives in Vietnam

Sanofi Vietnam and GIZ’s Climate Protection through the Sustainable Bioenergy Market in Vietnam (BEM) project on September 23 signed an agreement on cooperation in implementing the "Rice is the new green" project.
insee vietnam minimises risks and protects workers to maintain business operations

INSEE Vietnam minimises risks and protects workers to maintain business operations

As the fourth wave of COVID-19 is rampaging across Vietnam, VIR’s Nguyen Thu talks with Insee Vietnam’s ECOCYCLE & Sustainable Development director Bruno Fux and finance director Colin Terry about how the corporation has adjusted business as well as their quick pandemic response in Vietnam to maintain production.