Experts discuss measures to mitigate impact of climate change
Environmental experts and scientists gathered at a conference in Hanoi on November 7 to discuss measures to mitigate the impacts of climate change, investment opportunities in renewable energy, and tools to evaluate an environmental strategy in Vietnam.
Hanoi (VNA) – Environmental experts and scientists gathered at a conference in Hanoi onNovember 7 to discuss measures to mitigate the impacts of climate change,investment opportunities in renewable energy, and tools to evaluate an environmentalstrategy in Vietnam.
The event was jointlyheld by the Vietnam Academy Social Sciences (VASS) and the UN DevelopmentProgramme (UNDP) in Vietnam.
VASS Vice President Dr Dang Xuan Thanh said that under the Law on EnvironmentalProtection, since 2014, all socio-economic works, strategies, and plans have hadenvironmental evaluations included.
He said that theconference is a chance for scientists and researchers to gain a betterunderstanding of the integration of climate change mitigation measures intosocio-economic strategies and plans in Vietnam.
According to a reportreleased in October by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, by theend of the 21st century, the globe will be 3 degrees Celsius warmer, which willcreate negative impacts on people’s livelihoods, the environment, andecosystems.
Currently, the globaltemperature has reached 1 degree Celsius warmer than before the industrialperiod started.
For Vietnam, globalwarming effects have been seen in increasing floods, reduced aquatic resources,and the disappearance of coral reefs and sea grass – all of which has greatly affectedthe livelihoods of people living on aquaculture.
Jiri Dusik from the UNDPVietnam said that carbon consumption in Vietnam remains high, leading todifficulties in implementing climate change commitments made at the 2015 UNClimate Change Conference.
He noted that greenhousegas emissions in Vietnam are predicted to increase three times over the2010-2030 period, adding that the majority of emission sources come from the energysector.
In 2030, Vietnam willhave 64 coal-fueled thermal power plants, most of which are located in coastalareas. They will seriously affect the maritime ecosystem and locals’ livelihoodsand living conditions, he said.
Dusik stressed theneed for Vietnam to replace traditional power sources with more renewableoptions, such as solar and wind power.–VNA
The Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) and the Korean Foundation for Advanced Studies (KFAS) will co-organise the Hanoi Forum 2018 from November 8-11 in a bid to seek more measures to respond to climate change and boost sustainable development.
Winners of a contest on making infographic and video clips and translating the “Resilience” term into Vietnamese have been honoured at a recent ceremony in Hanoi.
German businesses are ready to cooperate with and support Vietnam in developing wind power as the country boasts huge potential for renewable energy, including wind energy.
Mariam Sherman, World Bank Country Director for Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia, said the World Bank remains committed to working with the Vietnamese government to develop the next phase of climate resilience and transformation for the Mekong Delta.
Under the directive, the PM instructed relevant agencies to regularly inspect, supervise and proactively implement disaster prevention, response and rescue measures in line with their assigned roles and mandates, ensuring readiness, avoiding passivity or delays, and maintaining operational continuity amid ongoing political and administrative restructuring at levels.
According to Dr. Vu Anh Tuan, Deputy Director General of the Vietnam Space Centre and head of the project, this is the first study in Vietnam to simultaneously employ Sentinel-2 satellite data, advanced machine learning algorithms, and the Google Earth Engine (GEE) cloud computing platform to model and monitor key seawater quality parameters.
The Deposit Return System is seen as a potential instrument for effectively advancing Vietnam’s vision of a circular economy, as outlined in Article 142 of the 2020 Law on Environmental Protection.
The figures were highlighted in a Pre-Feasibility Study on a DRS tailored for single-use beverage packaging in Vietnam, conducted by Eunomia Research & Consulting.
Young people should not view AI as salvation but rather as a tool under human control. Young creators should focus on learning and accumulating practical knowledge, using AI as a tool to carry out artistic projects in the most effective and cost-efficient manner.
Saigon Hi-Tech Park’s ambitious 50% renewable energy goal far exceeds the city’s 15% target, positioning the park as a trailblazing “living lab” for sustainable energy solutions.
Vietnam's economic losses from natural disasters are estimated to account for 1 to 1.5% of GDP annually - a steep price that will continue to rise unless the country takes strong action.
Wutip, the first storm in the East Sea so far this year, has wreaked havoc across central Vietnam, claiming lives, displacing residents, and causing widespread damage to houses, crops, and infrastructure, the Department of Dyke Management and Disaster Prevention and Control reported as of 6:30 pm on June 13.
The tremor occurred at 7:39:46 am (Hanoi time), with the epicentre located at latitude 14.924°N and longitude 108.236°E, at a depth of approximately 8.1 kilometres. The natural disaster risk level was classified as 0 – the lowest on the scale.
Addressing a session on “Accelerating Financing for Resilience: Tailored Solutions for Disaster Risk Reduction,” Deputy Minister Hiep emphasised Vietnam's proposal in building sustainable financing in response to natural disasters, which aligns with the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction's goals.
Vietnam has demonstrated its strong commitments by participating in global sustainable development forums, signing multiple free trade agreements, and attracting support from international partners for the implementation of the SDGs.
The fight against plastic pollution could not succeed through isolated efforts, but it must be a collective endeavour involving the entire political system, businesses, citizens, and the international community, said Minister of Agriculture and Environment Do Duc Duy.
Lang Son Global Geopark, with its outstanding geological values, cultural heritage, and unique natural landscapes, represents a valuable addition to UNESCO’s global geoparks system.
In 2019, Quang Ninh became one of the first localities in Vietnam to launch a province-wide campaign against plastic waste, mobilising the participation of the political system, the business sector, and the general public. Other localities—such as Hai Phong, Da Nang, Binh Duong, and Ho Chi Minh City—have also effectively implemented waste-sorting initiatives at source, along with models for plastic-free markets and urban areas.
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'.
According to Director of the provincial Department of Agriculture and Environment Le Huu Toan, a fire prevention and control plan has been in place since the dry season began, including round-the-clock patrols and rapid-response teams to snuff out fires before they could spread.
Renowned artists including Ha Anh Tuan, Den Vau, and Phan Manh Quynh, along with many directors and attendees, took part in planting hundreds of rare tree species such as mun (Diospyros mun) and cho chi (Parashorea chinensis) in the Thung Bong area of the Cuc Phuong National Park, contributing to forest ecosystem restoration.
Illustrative photo (Source: Internet) 
