Standard Chartered ‘fervent supporter’ of Vietnam’s net zero ambitions: CEO

Standard Chartered ‘fervent supporter’ of Vietnam’s net zero ambitions: CEO

Standard Chartered is a fervent supporter and aligned with the Vietnamese government’s ambitions to go net zero by 2050, said Michele Wee, CEO Standard Chartered Vietnam, as the bank celebrates the 120th anniversary of its presence in the country.

Banking - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7

Word Bank urges Vietnam to adopt low-carbon rice to cut emissions

Word Bank urges Vietnam to adopt low-carbon rice to cut emissions

Transitioning to low-carbon rice production offers the highest potential for Vietnam to meet its goal of reducing methane emissions by 30% by 2030 while boosting the competitiveness of this significant export item, a new World Bank study says.

Economy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7

Solar, wind power insufficient for Vietnam’s energy security: expert

Solar, wind power insufficient for Vietnam’s energy security: expert

Electricity generation from liquefied natural gas (LNG), biomass, ammonia, and hydrogen should be thoroughly considered to help Vietnam achieve its carbon neutrality goal, an American specialist said.

Energy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7

IFC scales up support for Vietnam’s low-carbon economic growth

IFC scales up support for Vietnam’s low-carbon economic growth

The World Bank’s investment arm International Finance Corporation (IFC) is ramping up support for the Vietnamese government to bolster sustainable finance and spur private sector participation, backing the country's climate adaption goals and driving sustainable growth.

Banking & Finance - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7

Renewable energy, the journey toward net zero goals

Renewable energy, the journey toward net zero goals

At 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26), Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh promised Vietnam would try to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. For developing countries like Vietnam whose economy is more dependent on fossil fuels, what scenarios support a net-zero goal and the role of renewable energy? Will there be a wind of change and more investment capital?

Bamboo Capital - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7