Energy and climate change committee

The government argued that neither U.S. law or history supported the young people’s claim of a fundamental right to a “livable climate.” It also called the lawsuit an unconstitutional attempt to control the entire country’s climate and energy policy through a single court. … [Read more...] about Children, young adults cannot sue U.S. government over climate change: ruling

Hanoi (VNA) – The European Climate Diplomacy Week 2019 will be held in Hanoi, Da Nang and Hoi An cities in the central region from September 27 to October 6. The event is a joint effort between the European Union Delegation to Vietnam, the embassies of the EU member states and partners, affording participants a chance to boost cooperation in climate change. The week will feature the inauguration of a rooftop solar power system, a seminar with students, a cycling event, a screening of a film which highlights the impact of ocean warming on coral reefs and marine species, and a clean-up campaign at the foot of Long Bien bridge. It will target young people who will be most affected by climate change. Chargé d'affaires of the EU Delegation to Vietnam Axelle Nicaise lauded young people for their efforts to raise public awareness of climate change. As Vietnam is one of the five countries hardest hit by climate change, the EU is actively helping the country mitigate … [Read more...] about European Climate Diplomacy Week 2019 to open

Hanoi (VNA) - The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the provincial People’s Committees of Ha Giang, Vinh Phuc and Thua Thien-Hue on July 6 signed project agreements totaling 223.87 million USD for the Secondary Green Cities Development Project. The project will support environmentally sustainable and inclusive development in the provincial capital cities of Ha Giang, Vinh Yen and Hue to enhance their economic competitiveness, according to a news release issued by the ADB on the same day. “The ADB will help the cities of Ha Giang, Vinh Yen and Hue integrate green features into their urban infrastructure, such an energy efficient street lighting and nature-based embankments,” said Eric Sidgwick, ADB Country Director for Vietnam. “Building on ADB’s support in preparing Green City Action Plans for the three cities, this project will demonstrate how the right mix of integrated urban planning and blended financing can improve livability, resilience and … [Read more...] about ADB helps Vietnam develop green, resilient cities

VPBank received a $212.5 million loan from IFC to finance climate-friendly projects This is the first green loan transaction in Vietnam. This loan package marks an important milestone for VPBank, which opens up the opportunity for the bank to pioneer green finance in Vietnam. This milestone also demonstrates VPBank's firm commitment to its sustainable development strategy in line with the directions of the State Bank of Vietnam and the government. … [Read more...] about VPBank receives $212.5 million loan from IFC for green projects

Regarding priority goals and measures, PM Phúc asked that the sub-committee to discuss measures to realise the country's potential and expedite efficient use of resources to develop all areas, from the economy and social and cultural progress, to defence and external affairs. — VNS … [Read more...] about Technology and innovation identified as strategic direction for VN’s economy