Vietnam’s construction sector welcomes a greener vision

Vietnam’s construction sector welcomes a greener vision

The transition to a carbon-free world, beginning with greenhouse gas (GHG) inventories, will aid industry development.
Steelmakers must act now in CBAM entry

Steelmakers must act now in CBAM entry

The introduction of the EU’s carbon border policy will be particularly crucial for Vietnamese steel companies, as they are among the top emitters of greenhouse gases domestically.
Vietnam supports Japan’s initiatives towards net zero emissions: diplomat

Vietnam supports Japan’s initiatives towards net zero emissions: diplomat

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Natural Resources and Environment Tran Hong Ha’s participation in the coming Asia Zero Emission Community (AZEC) Ministerial Meeting in Tokyo will affirm Vietnam’s resolve to realise its committements on greenhouse gas emission reduction and climate change response, as well as support for the Japanese Government’s initiatives towards net zero emissions.
Cement groups tangle with GHG inventories

Cement groups tangle with GHG inventories

Some major cement manufacturers are neglecting greenhouse gas inventories, while others have questions over how to approach effective tools for the work.
Companies stumped by GHG emission obligations

Companies stumped by GHG emission obligations

Although the Vietnamese government is advocating the development of a low-carbon economy, many businesses are scratching their heads over applying proper solutions to make their performance more environmentally friendly.
Agro-groups crafting solutions to curb GHG

Agro-groups crafting solutions to curb GHG

Many agricultural groups in Vietnam are investing in applying modern technologies in their production and business, as part of the nation’s efforts to develop smart agriculture.
Organisations lend hand for sustainable forestry in Vietnam

Organisations lend hand for sustainable forestry in Vietnam

The government has recently approved a project worth $3.55 billion to develop the forestry sector in a sustainable manner in the 2021-2025 period. This legal framework aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and contribute to the implementation of Vietnam’s net-zero commitments.
Strategy issued to boost sustainable agricultural development

Strategy issued to boost sustainable agricultural development

Deputy Prime Minister Le Van Thanh has signed a strategy for sustainable development of agriculture and rural areas for 2021 - 2030, with a vision to 2050.
Six Vietnamese sectors obliged to keep greenhouse gas inventories

Six Vietnamese sectors obliged to keep greenhouse gas inventories

The energy, transportation, construction, industry, agriculture, and waste sector are now legally required to establish and report their greenhouse gas (GHG) inventories to relevant authorities since January 18.
Potential drivers set for both greener trade and growth

Potential drivers set for both greener trade and growth

Vietnam, whose growth is expected to strongly bounce back this year and beyond, is advised to green its trade sector as it will help improve the economy’s competitiveness and materialise the government’s commitment to minimise greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions over future decades.
Greenhouse gas inventory plan adding to climate crisis awareness

Greenhouse gas inventory plan adding to climate crisis awareness

The Vietnamese government aims to order the largest polluters in the country to develop greenhouse gas (GHG) inventories in 2022 to better manage risks and also identify reduction opportunities.
How Vietnam can lure private funding to cut GHG emissions

How Vietnam can lure private funding to cut GHG emissions

Vietnam used to be a poor country with only negligible greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, but that has changed dramatically in recent decades. In 2015, Vietnam published its Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) to the Paris Agreement on climate change.