Renewables to drive country towards net-zero successes
January 25, 2022 | 12:30
Developing renewable energies is expected to drive Vietnam’s endeavour to a net-zero future by 2050, as Vietnam’s Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh announced at COP26. With this move, Vietnam has joined the group of about 140 countries that pledged to net-zero emissions by the middle of the century.
Renewable energy output up nearly 160 percent during Jan-Apr
May 14, 2021 | 16:05
Vietnam’s total output of electricity from renewable energies hit 9.5 billion kWh in the first four months of 2021, up 156.9 percent year-on-year, and accounting for 11.8 percent of the total electricity output, according to a report by the Vietnam Electricity (EVN).
Debate intensifies on future of coal
May 11, 2021 | 15:00
After one major South Korean coal-fired power financier decided last month to withdraw its participation in foreign markets in the sector, questions have arisen on the feasibility of planned coal-based ventures. However, several experts evaluate the move as a signal for Vietnam to step up the transition from fossil fuels to renewable energies.
A loyal partner
September 22, 2010 | 21:54
Japan is ready to give further support to Vietnam in its fight against climate change and its path towards a green economy, Japanese ambassador to Vietnam Mitsuo Sakaba tells VIR’s Binh Chau.
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