Environment

Workshop on improving energy management for urban lighting in Vietnam

The Ministry of Construction and the Asian Development Bank have organised a consultation workshop on the Smart and Energy Efficient City Project that aims to improve energy efficiency and management for urban lighting in Vietnam.

COP26 Ambassador hails Vietnam’s climate change commitments

Ken O'Flaherty, regional ambassador of the UK Government at COP26 to Asia-Pacific and South Asia, has hailed strong Vietnamese commitments to tackle climate change made at the UN Climate Change Conference (COP26).

Mekong River's water level in red alert due to hydroelectric dams

Since the beginning of April, water levels of the Mekong River have been on red alert status, with the abnormal changes caused by the discharge from hydroelectric dams.

Over 42 tonnes of hazardous waste hidden at Dong Nai factory

Authorities in the southern province of Dong Nai are investigating over 42 tonnes of hazardous waste found at the Dien Quang Lightbulb Company factory.

Hot weather predicted for northern, central regions in next few days

The northern and central regions began to experience a heat wave on April 24 which is forecast to reach its peak from April 25 - 27, according to the National Centre for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting.

Vietnam eyes transition to green production for sustainable value

Economic sectors, localities and businesses should be considered the drivers of the nation's green growth and sustainable development strategy, experts have said.

Dung power: India taps new energy cash cow

India is tapping a new energy source that promises to help clean up smog-choked cities and is already providing a vital revenue stream for poor Indian farmers: truckloads of bovine manure.

HCM City canal undergoes VND600 billion revival

A VND600-billion (USD25.86 million) project has been carried out to upgrade a canal in HCM City.

Timber company suspended for causing pollution in Thanh Hoa

Authorities in Thanh Hoa Province have suspended the Khanh Nam Timber Company for causing serious pollution in two local rivers.

Deputy PM instructs investigation into Kon Tum earthquakes

Deputy Prime Minister Le Van Thanh has urged an investigation into the causes of recent consecutive earthquakes in the Central Highlands province of Kon Tum.

Informal female workers key to waste management

The informal sector plays a pivotal role in Vietnam's solid waste management system as over 30 per cent of the waste is estimated to be collected through this channel, and knowledge of the role and the needs of informal

Quang Tri forest suffers illegal logging

More than 10 hectares of forest in the central province of Quang Tri’s Dakrong District have been destroyed.

Concerns raised as Central Highlands province sees spike in earthquakes

The Central Highlands province of Kon Tum witnessed 33 earthquakes from 1903 to 2020 but has seen 169 just since last year, a massive growth from the previous century.

First heat wave for 2022 to hit northern region

The first heat wave of the year is forecast to strike both the northern and central regions from April 22, according to the National Centre for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting.

National power development plan VIII targets drastic CO2 emissions reduction

The latest draft National Power Development Plan for the 2021 - 2030 period has made drastic reductions of CO2 emissions with no new coal-fired power plants to be built in the planning period.

Full Pink Moon to be visible in Vietnam on April 17

Local skywatchers will be able to enjoy a wonderful experience as they get the chance to admire April's full moon at around 1:55 a.m. on April 17 (Vietnam time).

Adjustments to elephant conservation plan approved

Deputy Prime Minister Le Van Thanh has approved adjustments to an elephant conservation plan in Vietnam that was previously signed off for 2013-2020.

Two rare turtles from Vietnam National Museum of Nature stolen

Two rare turtles under the management of Vietnam National Museum of Nature have been stolen.

Locals encroach on forested Nghe An land

Forest destruction has become rampant in the central province of Nghe An's Quy Chau District after they were given to local residents for management.

Seven rescued Indochinese tiger cubs given new lease of life

Seven baby Indochinese tigers, who were rescued from wildlife traffickers in the central province of Nghệ An in August 2021, are growing stronger every day thanks to the special care of the staff at the Wildlife Centre of Pù

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