COP26 President hails Vietnam’s determination in transition to green, renewable energy
National Assembly (NA) Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue had a meeting in London on June 30 (local time) with UK Cabinet Office Minister and President for 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) Alok Sharma who expressed impression at Vietnam’s determination in transition to green and renewable energy.
Vietnam plans to cut MFN tariff on gasoline to fight inflation
Vietnam plans to cut its Most Favoured Nation (MFN) tariff on gasoline to 12% from 20% to help ease inflationary pressure, the government said on Thursday.
Vietnam, Belgium seek stronger partnership in renewable energy, port development
A workshop themed “Vietnam as your Green business opportunities destination” was held by the Belgian Vietnamese Alliance (BVA) and the Flanders International Technical Agency (FITA) in Brussels on June 22 to introduce Vietnam’s potential in renewable energy and sustainable port development.
Vietnam cannot bank solely on renewable energy for net-zero emissions
Experts say an exclusive focus on renewable energy, accounting for 27 percent of total power supply, will not be enough to help Vietnam reach its “net-zero” emissions target by 2050.
USAID launches clean energy investment scheme in Vietnam
The US Agency for International Development (USAID) has launched a US$36 million clean energy investment scheme in Vietnam. USAID launched the project as it seeks to increase private sector investment and improve operational performance in Vietnam’s energy sector.
Hanoi residents enjoy rooftop solar benefits
Although there is less sunshine in northern Vietnam than in other regions, some Hanoi residents are still happy with the electricity their rooftop solar power systems produce. Statistics from the Vietnam Energy Association showed the north enjoys only 1,500-1,700 hours of sunshine a year compared to 2,000-2,600 hours in the central and southern regions.
Vietnam affirms efforts to use atomic energy for sustainable development
Vietnamese officials affirmed the country’s consistent efforts to guarantee nuclear safety and security and to apply atomic energy in service of sustainable development during a recent meeting with representatives of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
State-owned EVN to boost clean energy development in Vietnam
State-owned Electricity of Vietnam (EVN) will invest more in clean energy in future to meet the rising demand for power in development. It expects to put into operation around 5,500 MW of electricity from renewables, with 4,000 MW from wind power and 1,500 MW from solar power by 2025 to prevent a shortage of power, especially in […]
