Environment

Vietnamese Government wants energy-efficient buildings

Vietnam is going through a construction boom, with apartment and office buildings mushrooming, and energy efficiency is imperative, Nguyễn Công Thịnh, head of the Ministry of Construction’s science, technology and environment department, told a seminar in HCM City.

Hanoi chairman questions West Lake dredging project

Chairman of the Hanoi People’s Committee Nguyen Duc Chung has asked the management board of West Lake to explain the use of VND128 billion (USD6.1 million) for dredging West Lake.

World cities seek US$375b to fight climate change

The world's big cities will need US$375 billion of investment to curb climate change, a major gathering of mayors heard.

HCM City: 529 kg smuggled tusks uncovered

Customs officials in Ho Chi Minh City on December 1 reported that they have detected 529kg of elephant tusks illegally imported into Vietnam under the cover of wood.

Cross-country run to be held to call for wildlife protection

A cross-country run is scheduled for December 11 in Hanoi to call for action against the extinction of wild animals and to raise public awareness on the issue.

Nghi Son Refinery to discharge waste into the sea

Authorities in Thanh Hoa Province has just given the go-ahead for Nghi Son Refinery to discharge waste water into the sea for six months to clean their pipes.

'Dead' rivers in Hanoi

Hanoi used to be surrounded by attractive rivers, but now heavy pollution has seriously threatened river life.

China's Hebei province issues red alert for smog

China's northern Hebei province has issued its first "red alert" of the year for severe pollution, the official Xinhua news agency said on Thursday, the highest level alert for smog which will see factories suspended and cars pulled off

One tonne of tusks seized in HCM City

Three containers holding illegally trafficked elephant tusks hidden inside timber logs weighing a total of one tonne were discovered on Tuesday at Cát Lái Port.

Red tide causes fish deaths in Khanh Hoa

Red tide has been blamed for the death of over 10 tonnes of fish in the central coastal province of Khanh Hoa according to a report by local authorities released Tuesday.

Environmental protection violations to attract $89,000 fine

The highest administrative fine for individuals caught violating regulations related to environmental protection is VNĐ1 billion (US$44,400), and the highest fine for an organisation is VNĐ2 billion ($88,800).

Arctic 9-12C above normal in climate 'vicious circle'

Freakishly high temperatures in the Arctic driven by heat-packed oceans and northward winds have been reinforced by a "vicious circle" of climate change, scientists said Thursday.

Vietnam continues fight against climate change

Some 300 urban areas will be badly affected in future as Vietnam is in the top five most vulnerable countries to climate change according to a conference held in Hanoi.

Workshop on COP 22 outcome and plan for Paris Agreement implementation

GIZ and United Nations Development Program (UNDP) on November 23 hold a workshop on the outcome of COP 22 and the plan for the implementation of the Paris Agreement in Hanoi.

HCM City approves USD2.9 billion for environmental projects

The HCM City People’s Committee has approved a plan to spend up to VND64.2 trillion (USD2.9 billion) to carry out 54 environmental projects by 2020.

Major paper plant halted due to environmental concerns

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment has requested the USD1.2-billion Lee & Man Paper Plant in Hau Giang Province to halt operations due to public concerns over its environmental impact.

Illegal bear trade still persists in Vietnam

The illegal market for bears and bear parts is still strong in Vietnam despite the introduction of legislation to ban their sale in 2006.

US provides US$10 million for Vietnam’s fight against wildlife trade

The US Agency for International Development will fund a US$10 million project on preserving rare species through reducing demand for illegal wildlife products.

Investigation into illegal dumping in Red River underway

Authorities in Hanoi have ordered an investigation into allegations of illegal waste dumping in the Red River, reported by Giao thông vận tải Magazine (Transportation Magazine).

Third International Wildlife Trade Conference opens in Hanoi

The third International Wildlife Trade Conference opened in Hanoi on November 17 with the participation of 47 countries, the European Union, 7 international organisations and over 40 inter-governmental and non-governmental organisations.

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