12-07-2023 11:31
Businesses are eager to install rooftop solar assets to generate green energy for their self-consumption, which is encouraged by Vietnam’s approved power scheme.
12-07-2023 11:23
Vietnam’s National Power Development Plan VIII (PDP8) creates an important basis for developing the framework for investment and introducing new and significant enhancements to regulations for the energy industry in Vietnam over the next decade, toward a greener path.
11-07-2023 13:45
Everpia Corporation (HSX:EVE), one of the first South Korean enterprises in Vietnam and the first foreign-invested enterprise to list on the stock exchange, has seen its factory at Giang Dien Industrial Zone be awarded the EDGE Advanced green certificate with recognition by the World Bank as a green building.
05-07-2023 16:26
In a stride towards expanding its renewable energy portfolio, Quang Tri People's Committee has green lit a second adjustment to the investment initiative for the Tan Hop wind power plant project, with the total investment approaching VND1.7 trillion (approximately $74 million).
05-07-2023 11:08
Sustainability is taking centre stage in Vietnam’s development plan. Amanda Murphy, head of Commercial Banking for South and Southeast Asia at HSBC Asia-Pacific, discussed with VIR’s Luu Huong the pivotal role of public-private partnerships in facilitating green financing tools and emphasises the importance of clear policymaking for sustainable investments.
03-07-2023 08:59
The World Bank approved $264 million of International Development Association credit for Vietnam on June 29, aimed at bolstering the country's efforts to achieve an inclusive, green, and digitally driven economic recovery, aimed at supporting households, businesses and the expansion of renewable energy.
30-06-2023 15:23
The event title "Vietnam Consumer Trends Forum 2023: Trends and Retail Market" was held by the Institute for Brand and Competitiveness Strategy (BCSI).
28-06-2023 11:49
Vietnam’s recently approved energy policy serves as a pivotal element in its journey towards achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, with the power sector shouldering the responsibility of eliminating approximately two-thirds of the country’s total greenhouse gas emissions. Philipp Munzinger, director of the German Development’s Agency’s Energy Support Programme, gave his viewpoints on the plan and suggestions to help Vietnam realise its ambitions.
27-06-2023 14:00
Aston Martin on Monday announced a deal with US-Saudi electric vehicle specialist Lucid Group to help make the British group's luxury 'green' cars.
25-06-2023 11:27
VinFast is making waves in the automotive industry with its ambitious goals and commitment to green mobility. In a recent speech at the Vietnam-Korea Economic Forum 2023, a VinFast representative shared insights into the company's operations and plans.
23-06-2023 18:58
In an exclusive interview with VIR’s Luu Huong, Yulanda Chung, head of Sustainability, Institutional Banking Group at DBS Bank discussed how the bank has embraced the opportunity in Vietnam to harness the power of banking to create a positive impact.
22-06-2023 09:40
Financial institutions have a significant role in advancing agriculture’s net-zero agenda by channelling green finance, educating the market, and helping agricultural companies build a sustainability mindset.
20-06-2023 10:00
For nearly 30 years, BAC A BANK has been underlining the importance of nurturing sustainable development via its green credit activities and taking good care of its staff.
19-06-2023 11:00
Located in Thai Binh Economic Zone, Lien Ha Thai Industrial Park (Green iP-1) has outstanding advantages of strategic location, favourable traffic connectivity, preferential policies, abundant human resources, and a synchronous infrastructure system.
19-06-2023 10:35
Ninh Binh province’s general planning for the rest of this decade, with vision towards 2050, has just been greenlit by the government. Pham Quang Ngoc, Chairman of Ninh Binh People’s Committee, elaborated with La Quy Hung on the nuts and bolts of the plan, focusing on the key tasks to implement in the forthcoming years.