zhub experience camp launched

ZHUB Experience Camp launched

On March 25, the Centre for Supporting Green Development (GreenHub) organised the Zero Waste Schools (ZHUB) Experience Camp in Hanoi.
vital support urged for climate fight

Vital support urged for climate fight

Vietnam is being warned again about the daunting difficulties faced by climate change, which will need massive resources for developing a greener economy, with lower carbon imprints.
high prices call for green transition acceleration

High prices call for green transition acceleration

With the military conflict in Ukraine, energy prices have surged to their highest levels in recent times. Brent oil prices surged to $120 per barrel in early March, sharply higher than one year earlier. Natural gas prices on spot markets spiked in tandem and reached a record level of $6 per MMBtu. Global prices of coal and wheat have also sharply increased. Although spot markets tend to overreact and energy prices have partially retreated, they have not returned to previous levels.
the tactics to drive a gender inclusive circular economy

The tactics to drive a gender- inclusive circular economy

Vietnam is striving to build for the future and accelerate a green and inclusive economic rebound. Caitlin Wiesen, resident representative in Vietnam for the United Nations Development Programme, shows how it can be done with a pointed strategy that also take into account gender equality issues.
green energy development a long term orientation in vietnam

Green energy development a long-term orientation in Vietnam

Vietnam boasts huge potential for renewable energy driven by favourable natural conditions and the government’s long-term development orientation.
revamping preservation technologies for vietnamese fruit exports to eu market

Revamping preservation technologies for Vietnamese fruit exports to EU market

On March 17, the inauguration of the smart cold cabin demo was held in Tra Vinh province, extending the prospects for Vietnam's agricultural exports to the EU market.
vietnam to become green manufacturing hub by 2050 through net zero approach

Vietnam to become green manufacturing hub by 2050 through net zero approach

Vietnam’s commitment to achieving net zero emissions by 2050 at COP26 is expected to bring a tailwind of opportunities, helping to turn the country into a green manufacturing hub and facilitating the export of made-in-Vietnam products into the markets of developed nations.
ministry of health greenlights abbotts panbio covid 19 antigen self test

Ministry of Health greenlights Abbott’s Panbio™ COVID-19 Antigen Self-Test

Abbott, a global healthcare company, received authorisation from the Department of Medical Equipment and Construction under the Ministry of Health for the sale of its Panbio™ COVID-19 Antigen Self-Test for use in the detection of the SARS-CoV-2 virus.
singapore france ink deal on smart transport digital and green issues

Singapore, France ink deal on smart transport, digital and green issues

Singapore and France have signed a digital and green partnership (DGP) which aims to strengthen cooperation in these fast-growing sectors.
vietnam seeks us investment in renewable energy

Vietnam seeks US investment in renewable energy

Energy is among potential fields for investment cooperation between Vietnamese and US firms, with Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh announcing that Vietnam gives high priority to sustainable energy development to maintain national energy security and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, according to Chairman of the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) Pham Tan Cong.
action plan to assist realisation of green growth targets

Action plan to assist realisation of green growth targets

The Ministry of Planning and Investment (MPI) is collecting opinions on the Prime Minister’s draft decision on approving the national action plan on green growth for 2021-2030, with a vision to 2050.
green trade the priority for growth

Green trade the priority for growth

Vietnam is under great pressure to green its trade sector as consumers pay more attention to environmentally-friendly products, while the country is also enjoying opportunities to boost the export of related goods in order to benefit.
citi vietnam discusses sustainable investment policies at us vietnam business summit

Citi Vietnam discusses sustainable investment policies at US-Vietnam Business Summit

At the recent fifth US-Vietnam Business Summit in Hanoi, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh welcomed the support from US businesses through institutions working on climate change, providing green finance and clean technology.
contributing to vietnams green energy shift emagazine

Contributing to Vietnam’s green energy shift (Emagazine)

With over 3,200km of coastline, Vietnam has huge potential for offshore wind power ventures. Stuart Livesey, senior director and head of Copenhagen Offshore Partners in Vietnam, explained to VIR about Vietnam’s wind power market and how the project he is involved in will contribute towards shaping the country’s offshore wind sector.
management accountants crucial to reduce businesses carbon footprints

Management accountants crucial to reduce businesses' carbon footprints

Management accountants are crucial to supporting and implementing these goals, and their expertise will contribute to decision-making and drive performance towards key milestones, according to a statement released by the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA).