21-07-2016 09:31
The Việt Nam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) and the HCM Stock Exchange (HOSE) yesterday committed to support the Vietnamese business community in developing sustainability that would help the economy’s international integration.
27-05-2016 10:16
The International Collaborating Centre for Aquaculture and Fisheries Sustainability and Oxfam have kicked off a project for sustainable and equitable shrimp production and value chain development in the Cuu Long (Mekong) Delta.
16-05-2016 08:00
The Netherland’s FrieslandCampina, one of the world’s largest dairy companies, has distinguished itself as a model go-green business example in Vietnam via its long-term sustainability strategy, contributing to Vietnam’s efforts to build a low-carbon economy. Piet Hilarides, chief operating officer of FrieslandCampina’s Consumer Products Asia, spoke with VIR’s Thanh Tung about this.
11-05-2016 08:00
Farmers’ profits from cashew in 2016 are predicted to be much higher than in previous years, even though the harvest season has only just begun. Cashew is gradually proving its sustainability compared to other plants by maintaining its value and representing Vietnam's national strength throughout the years.
27-11-2015 17:33
PwC Vietnam and Vietnam’s largest insurance company Bao Viet Holdings have just inked a contract wherein the former will provide sustainability assurance services for the financial-insurance giant.
23-11-2015 07:26
Leaders of the Asia Pacific Economic Co-operation have agreed to reinforce regional economic links and strengthen global trade.
27-10-2015 17:10
Vietnam Brewery Limited has released its sustainability report 2014 - “Brewing a Better World” for the first time, highlighting its long-term commitment to sustainable development in Vietnam.
24-09-2015 08:03
Phu My Hung Development Corporation operates successfully by adhering to sustainable development principles in carrying out its residential projects.
29-06-2015 08:26
The 8th Vietnam Annual Report Awards named their winners last week, rewarding firms with the strongest emphasis on transparency, corporate governance, and sustainability.
20-06-2015 09:18
The Asian Institute of Technology, in conjunction with international development partners, has successfully set up a Vietnam Learning Centre on Environmental and Social Sustainability.
22-05-2015 09:21
The Chief Representative of the Russian Trade Office in Viet Nam, Maxim Golikov, suggested that Russia and Viet Nam expand cooperation in trade and investment as well as implement policies to gain sustainability in trade turnover.
14-05-2015 10:59
The US – Vietnam Clean Energy Conference opened this morning in Ho Chi Minh City to promote green energy sustainability in Vietnam.
09-12-2014 11:56
Green building materials are an indispensible part of what defines a green building. However, there are misconceptions among construction professionals. Does a green building require all the building materials to be green or to be manufactured in a green factory? It is not really that simple or as strict as many people believe. The most important requirements of a building material to be used in a green building is that the material must help towards the building’s energy efficiency, sustainability, and healthy environment.
13-11-2014 08:00
More and more enterprises have realised that they gain strength and become more sustainable by empowering the societies in which they work. Therefore, many companies today are making conscious efforts to put sustainable practices into action. For Abbott, the global healthcare company who was recognised for corporate responsibility by Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) for 10 consecutive years, responsible global citizenship is an integral part of its mission to improve people’s lives around the world.
08-10-2014 18:09
The US’ AES Corporation, the largest shareholder in Vietnam-based Mong Duong thermal power plant, was named to the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (“DJSI”) for North America for the first time ever and was ranked in the top quartile for sustainability among all electric utilities assessed by RobecoSAM.