net-zero

Clearer standards for green Asian projects to hit net-zero

April 25, 2023 | 10:07

The world needs more green investment than ever if we are to achieve net-zero by 2050, but rising interest rates, constraints on public finances, and persistent confusion over the definition of what constitutes a green investment are all conspiring to make it harder to fund sustainable projects.

Enhanced awareness and efforts from businesses to reach climate goals

April 21, 2023 | 15:33

Drawing on the private sector’s know-how, influence, and scale, the global economy can continue to grow while reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Net-Zero: Challenges and opportunities for Vietnamese businesses

March 21, 2023 | 10:00

The process of the net-zero green transformation is urgent for Vietnamese enterprises, yet many are still mulling over where to start.

SP Group acquires solar farms in Vietnam

March 08, 2023 | 16:04

SP Group, a sustainable energy solutions provider in Asia Pacific, has acquired solar power assets in Vietnam.

Vietnam and Japan cooperate for a net-zero carbon future

February 22, 2023 | 11:09

Japan is promoting green growth cooperation with Vietnam, with low-carbon value chains considered one of the leading priorities.

Resource mobilisation at top of agenda for net-zero dream

February 15, 2023 | 11:42

With its huge need for funding to fulfil its international commitment to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, which has been backed by an international initiative, Vietnam is set to formulate new policies this year to mobilise more resources.

How electric vehicles can shape the auto industry

December 22, 2022 | 11:05

In order to implement Vietnam’s net-zero commitments, one of the solutions by the government is to use more electric vehicles (EVs) as a means of transportation for the step-by-step replacement of motor vehicles powered by conventional internal combustion engines.

Global partners team up for net-zero dream

December 21, 2022 | 15:35

Vietnam’s call for international assistance for realising its ambitious climate and energy goals has received a major response with major funding, which will contribute to helping the country achieve its net-zero emissions dream by mid-century.

Vietnam up to the challenge in hitting net-zero targets

December 16, 2022 | 09:29

At COP27 last month, Vietnam took further action to fulfil its net-zero goals by 2050 through a strong energy transition, which has been putting pressure on long-term energy policy revisions to ensure international commitments.

EU getting involved with net-zero push

December 14, 2022 | 15:19

The European Union has committed to continue extending more assistance to Vietnam so that the country can develop its renewable energy and achieve its net-zero emissions as committed.

Unilever Vietnam to build net-zero value chain by 2039

November 24, 2022 | 21:51

Unilever Vietnam has reaffirmed its commitment to climate action by building a carbon net-zero value chain by 2039.

Asia-Pacific outperforms global decarbonisation in 2021

November 17, 2022 | 10:26

The Asia-Pacific region outperformed its global counterparts in 2021 with a decarbonisation rate of 1.2 per cent according to a newly-released PwC report.

Harnessing young talent for net-zero

November 10, 2022 | 13:33

Young people are the future of our planet, in more ways than one. Morgane Rivoal, climate and circular economy officer at the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Vietnam, explains how and why the young generation can be climate pioneers.

Nestlé’s long-term goals to support Vietnam’s regenerative agriculture

October 23, 2022 | 08:00

Since climate change has become a major threat to agriculture, Nestlé is aiming to become a net-zero company and accelerating the move towards regenerative food systems at scale.