The official launch is scheduled for March 21 at Tay Ho creative cultural space, alongside a public run aimed at raising awareness of energy conservation and sustainable living.
Amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East affecting global energy supply chains and security, authorities have implemented flexible measures to ensure stability. Efficient energy use remains a key solution to reduce risks, cut costs and improve economic competitiveness.
The prime minister has tasked the Ministry of Industry and Trade with developing energy-saving scenarios, raising public awareness and promoting green energy use, emissions reduction and clean transport.
Agencies have also been asked to review conditions for a transition to E10 biofuel, aimed at reducing fossil fuel consumption and diversifying energy sources.
Earlier, on February 10, the ministry issued guidance to provincial authorities, Vietnam Electricity and related units on launching the campaign.
As part of Earth Hour, households and businesses are encouraged to switch off lights from 8.30 pm to 9.30 pm on March 28.
A large-scale public run on March 21 will bring together professional and amateur runners from government bodies, businesses and the wider public.
An online running challenge will follow from March 21 to April 11 via the 84RACE fitness app, encouraging participants to adopt energy-saving habits while improving health.
An online contest will also run on tietkiemnangluong.com.vn over the same period, featuring multiple-choice questions to raise awareness of energy efficiency and Earth Hour.