Environment

Farmers struggle to treat pig waste

Vietnamese farmers want to raise pigs on large farms but have little experience in treating large amounts of livestock waste, according to an environmental researcher from the Vietnam Environment Administration (VEA).

Ministry clamps down on river pollution in Ha Nam

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment threatens to shut down factories found polluting Nhue and Day rivers in Ha Nam Province.

North Vietnam set for new cold spell

The north of Vietnam is preparing to welcome a cold spell, as temperatures are expected to decrease from 5-7 degrees Celsius, according to the Central Hydrometeorological Forecast Centre.

President launches tree-planting festival

President Tran Dai Quang launched a national tree-planting festival in memory of President Ho Chi Minh at a ceremony in the mountainous northern province of Bac Kan on February 21.

Electric fence not enough to protect elephants: experts

While the erection of an electric fence has proven effective in resolving conflicts between wild elephants and people in this southeastern province, it is not a long-term solution, experts said.

Amazing family saves primates

The Endangered Primate Rescue Centre in the Cuc Phuong National Park is run by enthusiastic experts who have overcome many problems over the past 20 years.

Quảng Trị to set up biodiversity corridors

The central province of Quảng Trị has planned to set up corridors to protect its biodiversity from urbanisation and illegal exploitation.

Mekong Delta kicks off efforts to save water sources

Clean fresh water sources in the Mekong River Delta have shown signs of becoming exhausted, and the situation could become even more tragic as underground water is being polluted.

Deputy prime minister orders to investigate Nha Trang Bay encroachment case

Deputy Prime Minister Truong Hoa Binh has asked Khanh Hoa provincial authorities to investigate the case where a tourism firm continued to encroach on Nha Trang Bay since last October.

UN to build 4,000 flood-resistant houses in coastal areas

The United Nations will help Vietnam build 4,000 flood-resistant houses from now to 2022 for people in five coastal provinces.

Warm weather forecasted during Tet

The National Centre for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting has predicted a warm Tet for northern provinces as the cold spell weakens from February 13.

Vietnam is running out of clean water

Water experts in Vietnam have suggested re-using waste water to help protect vital resources.

Hanoi faces water shortage for spring crop

After two periods of pumping water, Hanoi by Thursday afternoon had water for only 63.2 percent of rice fields, lower than expected, according to the Hanoi Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (DARD).

Mekong Delta students recycle waste mud to potting soil

Potting soil made from wastewater, a project initiated by two college students, offers a comprehensive solution to protect the environment and create economic value in the Mekong Delta.

At least 8,000 great white sharks off Australia coast: researchers

At least 8,000 great white sharks roam the waters off Australia, according to research released Friday that is likely to renew debate about balancing conservation efforts with mitigating attacks.

Hanoi to end use of deadly stoves

Hanoi plans to stop the use of beehive-shaped coal bricks by 2020 as part of measures to improve air quality and living conditions, according to the municipal Department of Natural Resources and Environment.

72 wild animals rescued in January

At least 72 wild animals were released in their natural habitat in the first month of the year, according to Education for Nature Vietnam (ENV).

Bad weather cuts off Lý Sơn Island residents

Thousands of households in the central province of Quảng Ngãi’s Lý Sơn island District have been cut off from the mainland due to the ongoing cold spell and strong waves.

Solar powered lighting project to be switched on in Hoi An

After two years of construction, the project to install a solar powered electricity supply system will come into operation on February 9 at An Hoi Sculpture Garden in the ancient city of Hoi An.

China to make more polluted land safe for agriculture by 2020 - minister

China will try to make around 90 percent of its contaminated farmland safe for crops by the end of 2020, and will also restrict development on a quarter of the country's territory, environment minister Li Ganjie said.

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