Environment Environmental industry must become strategic economic sector, says deputy PM Deputy Prime Minister Trần Hồng Hà gave the order while he chaired a meeting with various ministries and departments to review the draft Programme for the Development of the Environmental Industry to 2030. 3 hours ago | Vietnam news Private sector takes action in forest conservation 07/02/2025 07:27 | Vietnam news Community works together to reduce plastic waste for a greener future 06/26/2025 09:02 | Vietnam news Việt Nam jails six people over trafficking of 2.8-tonne pangolin scale 06/24/2025 15:41 | Vietnam news 1 Vietnam news | 06/23/2025 09:28 Protecting marine ecosystems key to tourism growth According to the Institute for Tourism Development Research, plastic waste generated by tourists could triple by 2030 compared to 2019, reaching over 336,000 tonnes annually. 2 Vietnam news | 06/23/2025 07:31 Isolation zones key to Việt Nam’s nuclear safety strategy, officials say As Việt Nam revives its nuclear power ambitions, officials are stressing the importance of properly planned isolation zones to ensure public safety and environmental protection. 3 Vietnam news | 06/22/2025 15:36 Balcony solar project kicks off to support sustainable urban energy in Việt Nam A new project promoting compact solar energy systems for households was officially launched this week in HCM City, marking a step forward in Việt Nam’s transition to cleaner and more sustainable urban energy. 4 Vietnam news | 06/21/2025 12:54 HCM City announces solid waste collection fees on rivers, canals The HCM City People’s Committee has issued a decision which sets the service fees for collection and removal of solid waste on rivers and canals in the city. 5 Vietnam news | 06/18/2025 08:56 Việt Nam could cut 77,000 tonnes of packaging waste annually with DRS The figures were highlighted in a Pre-Feasibility Study on a DRS tailored for single-use beverage packaging in Việt Nam, conducted by Eunomia Research & Consulting. 6 Vietnam news | 06/16/2025 07:44 Cà Mau Province household waste sorting protects environment Many rural communities in Cà Mau Province have gradually developed the habit of sorting waste at source, thus shielding the environment and benefiting local residents. 7 Vietnam news | 06/15/2025 20:20 Phú Quốc marine protected area to undergo stricter management The Phú Quốc Marine Protected Area spans over 40,909ha of water surface, encompassing coral reefs and seagrass beds. The area is home to many rare marine species listed in international conservation catalogues. 8 Vietnam news | 06/12/2025 17:59 Việt Nam moves towards renewable energy hubs The Ministry of Industry and Trade has recently proposed the development of two interregional renewable energy industry and service hubs - one in the northern region and another in the southern region. 9 Vietnam news | 06/11/2025 11:40 This year's first typhoon hits the East Sea The typhoon is forecast to bring torrential rains to the central and Central Highlands regions between Wednesday evening and Friday. 10 Vietnam news | 06/09/2025 20:12 Plan to limit fossil-fuel vehicles in urban districts of Hà Nội cannot be delayed too long “We are aware that motorbikes are not the cause of every problem, but they are a contributing factor to many social and urban cultural issues. This affects not only individual convenience, but also the shared living environment of the community,” the Chairman of Hà Nội said. 11 Vietnam news | 06/09/2025 08:00 Mekong Delta tightens measures to cope with increasing erosion Local authorities in the Cửu Long (Mekong) Delta are tightening various measures to protect residents and land from erosion, as such incidents are increasing during the ongoing rainy season. 12 Vietnam news | 06/06/2025 17:00 Sea crabs with roe released into water off Lý Sơn Islands The management board of Lý Sơn Marine Protected Area (MPA), together with the voluntary Team Light Charity, has released 35 spanner crabs (Ranina ranina) carrying roe (unfertilised eggs) into the ecological recovery zone off the islands. 13 Vietnam news | 06/04/2025 13:09 From community recycling to national movement: Việt Nam turns tide on plastic waste As the World Environment Day (June 5) spotlights the prevention of plastic pollution towards green lifestyle, circular economy, and sustainable future, Vietnamese communities are proving that meaningful change begins with individual action and collective determination. 14 Vietnam news | 06/02/2025 22:25 Lạng Sơn joins UNESCO’s global geoparks network Lạng Sơn Global Geopark, with its outstanding geological values, cultural heritage, and unique natural landscapes, represents a valuable addition to UNESCO’s global geoparks system. 15 Vietnam news | 06/01/2025 16:11 Việt Nam urges reuse, recycling and treatment of plastic waste on World Environment Day No country in the world can stand outside the fight against plastic waste, Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Environment Lê Công Thành stated. 16 Vietnam news | 05/29/2025 13:27 Việt Nam to organise series of events responding World Oceans Day, UN World Environment Day This year’s World Oceans Day on June 8 is themed 'Wonderful Oceans: Sustaining What Sustains Us', while World Environment Day is on June 5 with the theme: 'Beat Plastic Pollution'. 17 Vietnam news | 05/28/2025 15:50 Ocean currents dump rubbish all over Vũng Tàu beaches Large quantities of organic debris and rubbish have been washing ashore in Vũng Tàu City in the last few days in what is a periodic occurrence. 18 Vietnam news | 05/25/2025 14:33 Flood continues in northern and central provinces causing severe damage The top priority now is to ensure the safety of people, especially in low-lying areas at risk of landslides. 19 Vietnam news | 05/24/2025 18:59 World Turtle Day 2025: Embracing commitment to turtle conservation at Six Senses Con Dao On World Turtle Day 2025 (May 23), Six Senses Con Dao celebrates its unwavering dedication to sea turtle conservation through a multi-faceted approach that includes scientific care, marine rescues, and guest education. 20 Vietnam news | 05/23/2025 18:54 Gov't orders urgent preparations as northern Việt Nam faces rising threat of landslides, flash floods Though the peak rainy season is still weeks away, northern Việt Nam has already faced destructive weather in early May. 1 2 3 4 5