Environment

Ninh Thuan kicks off Belgium funded project on water resource management

Ninh Thuan authorities have launched a project “Strengthening River Basin Management Capacity through Participatory Irrigation Management in Relation to Climate Change” (PIM) in the presence of Belgian Ambassador to Vietnam Jehanne Roccas.

USD6-million dyke to protect Hoi An ancient town inaugurated

A VND136 billion (USD6 million) 780m concrete dyke to protect Hoi An was inaugurated on March 21.

Mekong Delta sinks into the sea

The Mekong Delta is sinking 2.5cm every year because of ground water extraction and unreasonable planning and constructions on the surface.

Vietnam moves to reduce wastewater from industrial parks

Wastewater treatment is an urgent issue of public concern, especially in the face of climate change and development of industrial parks and industrial clusters, authorities have said.

2017 already marked by climate extremes: UN

Extreme weather and climate conditions, including Arctic "heatwaves", are continuing this year, after 2016 topped the global temperature charts and saw shrinking sea ice and surging sea levels.

PM inspects waste-to-energy technology model in Ha Nam

Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc on March 18 inspected a waste-to-energy (WTE) technology model – a made-in-Vietnam invention successfully applied at the Dong Van 2 Industrial Park in the northern province of Ha Nam.

Vietnam to respond to World Water Day

A national meeting and a range of activities in response to World Water Day (March 23) will be held in the northern province of Bac Ninh on March 21-22, announced the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment on March 17.

Ministry threatens to withdraw licences from hydropower projects

Minister of Industry and Trade, Tran Tuan Anh has vowed to revoke licences of hydro-power projects which violate regulations.

Indonesia summons UK envoy over coral reef destruction

Indonesia summoned the British ambassador Friday after a cruise ship on a voyage organised by a London-based company smashed into coral reefs in a popular tourist spot and caused extensive damage.

NA to tighten watch on deforestation

The National Assembly is urged to consider monitoring the forest protection activities more closely and assigning specific responsibilities to local authorities.

Vietnam urged to explore renewable energy

The Vietnam Energy Association said Vietnam has huge potential for renewable energy which can account for 43% of total energy used in the country by 2050 if it is invested wisely.

Indonesia to take action against coral damage by cruise ship

Indonesia's government said Tuesday it will take strong action after a cruise ship destroyed coral reefs in a popular tourist area known for its extensive marine biodiversity.

Over 100kg of suspected rhino horn seized in Hanoi

Over 100kg of suspected rhino horn was discovered in the luggage travelling from Africa to Hanoi on March 14, according to Hanoi Customs.

South to see less drought, more dry season rain

Weather experts expect the southern region to experience less drought and salinity and more unseasonal rain during this year’s dry season.

HCM City to publicise pollution data

HCM City will publish air and water quality indexes on 48 electronic screens across the city, starting later this month, according to the municipal Department of Natural Resources and Environment.

Cruise ship crashes into one of the most biodiverse coral reefs in the world

The dreamy beauty of a coral reef in Southeast Asia has been partially damaged by a massive, 4,290-ton cruise ship called the Caledonian Sky.

Fishermen use explosives, electrical shock, despite gov't ban

Environmentalists have repeatedly warned about the depletion of fishery resources as fishermen use electrical impulses and mines, ignoring the ban and heavy sanctions.

My Khe beach faces erosion danger

Authorities in the central coastal city of Danang have just discussed solutions for the erosion which is worsening at My Khe Beach.

Tay Ninh forest threatened by human activity

The protective forest in Tay Ninh Province is being damaged as people seek ways to expand farmland.

Quang Nam: over 5.6 mln USD for elephant conservation project

Authorities of the central province of Quang Nam will spend over 128 billion VND (5.6 million USD) on a project to establish an elephant conservation area.

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