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September 19, 2023
Lego first carbon-neutral plant in Vietnam to begin operations in H2 next year
LEGO said its new $1 billion plant in Vietnam will begin operations in the second half of 2024. This will be LEGO’s first carbon-neutral factory, powered by solar energy.
September 11, 2023
Vietnam to launch new criteria aimed at green development
Vietnam will soon launch a new set of national criteria as the basis for green development. These criteria are specifically aimed at accelerating the development of green industries that comply with international standards.
September 07, 2023
Vietnam prioritizes solar power deployment in the north
Vietnam is introducing a revised pricing structure to boost solar energy projects in its northern regions.
September 04, 2023
Vietnam, Japan team up for ocean waste management
Vietnam’s Minister of Natural Resources and Environment held a working session with Japanese Minister of Environment regarding collaboration in environment protection and climate change response.
August 31, 2023
Vietnam’s VinFast aims to expand into Southeast Asia EV market
VinFast, Vietnam's first electric car brand, experienced a 700% stock price surge in the US, making it the world's third largest car manufacturer. Now the brand is aiming for global market amid the rise of the EV.
August 30, 2023
Vietnam aims to sell green electricity to Singapore as well as enhance bilateral cooperation
Vietnam and Singapore plan to enhance cooperation in renewable energy, with many Vietnamese localities aiming to export green electricity to Singapore.
August 25, 2023
Hanoi boosts public bike service to reduce CO2 emissions
Vietnamese Tri Nam Group launched a pilot program in Hanoi utilizing public bicycles, aiming to reduce CO2 emissions, and diversify the city's passenger transport sector.
August 22, 2023
Vietnam establishes agricultural carbon footprint monitoring system for the first time
Vietnam's Ministry of Agriculture introduced for the first time the electronic traceability system for tracing the origin and carbon footprint of each dragon fruit produced in Binh Thuan province.
August 22, 2023
Vietnam’s e-commerce urged to go green to reduce carbon footprint
The Vietnam E-commerce Index 2023 report highlights that the online retailer has two main stages that negatively affect the environment, including delivery and the packaging. Experts are advocating for a change in the e-commerce towards rapid development
August 21, 2023
Vietnam to push charging station service industry aim EV booming
Vietnam aims to transition to electric vehicles by 2050, promoting green electricity use and establishing numerous charging stations, presenting significant investment opportunities.