A workshop in HCM City on Thursday reviews implementation of Decision 11 and Circular 16 on solar energy development during the one year since they were issued.— VNS PhotoViet Nam News HCM CITY — Promoting rooftop solar power is one of the solutions to address the imminent shortage of power, experts told a workshop in HCM City on Thursday. The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) expects a power shortage in 2021-22, and warned that if demand is higher than its forecast, the situation could be worse than it fears. The workshop was held by the Việt Nam Sustainable Energy Association (VSEA) and the Climate Change Working Group to review the implementation of Decision No 11 and Circular No 16 on developing solar energy during the past year. The Prime Minister’s Decision No 11 last year on encouraging the development of solar … [Read more...] about Workshop considers next steps in solar power development
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Kinergie Studio to host dance-based workshop this Sunday
Kinergie Studio to host dance-based workshop this SundayThe Saigon Times Daily HCMC - Kinergie Studio will hold the workshop “Connect and Create through Contemporary Dance” in Hanoi from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on August 26, 2018, with an aim to introduce dance-based programs to local corporations and organizations. Dance, especially contemporary dance with its unlimited creativity, freedom, and power of connection, has been increasingly applied as an original approach to boost staff morale, team skills, collaborations and innovations by businesses and organizations including EDF, Pepsi, West Jet, and Virgin Mobile. Kinergie Studio’s dance-based programs are a fantastic and unique way that brings participants amazing experiences. The programs, which are always fascinating and liberating with movements and music, will help participants feel energetic and uplifted, creative and spontaneous in communication and expression, help them feel more open and confident to … [Read more...] about Kinergie Studio to host dance-based workshop this Sunday
Issues for low-income ageing populations on agenda at Hanoi workshop
Cost-effective solutions and assistive technologies for low-income ageing populations are up for discussion at an ASEAN-UK workshop held at Le Quy Don Technical University in Hanoi from August 22 to 24. Photo: British Council in Vietnam The workshop is being organized by the University of Greenwich in the UK, Le Quy Don Technical University, and the Asian Technology Institute in Thailand, with support from a Researcher Links grant from the Newton Fund. Population ageing is one of the most important issues and topics on the global agenda because of its impact on quality of life and the sustainable economic development of countries and regions. Factors include declining fertility rates and/or rising life expectancy. Most countries have rising life expectancy and an ageing population and such trends emerged first in more economically-developed countries but are now seen in less economically-developed countries. The UN predicts that the rate of population ageing in the 21st century … [Read more...] about Issues for low-income ageing populations on agenda at Hanoi workshop
Workshop promotes RoK’s investment in Vietnam’s food industry
At the workshop (Source: VNA) Seoul (VNA) - A workshop to update enterprises from the Republic of Korea (RoK) on Vietnam’s investment environment and opportunities in the food processing industry was held in Seoul on August 22. The event was hoped to further promote Vietnam-RoK trade and investment ties, within the context that the free trade agreement (FTA) signed between the two countries took effect in late 2015 and helped open a new development period for bilateral economic cooperation. In his opening speech, Vu Ba Phu, General Director of the Department of Trade Promotion, under the Vietnamese Ministry of Industry and Trade, Vu Ba Phu highlighted the great potential of developing the food industry in Vietnam, noting that the country holds one of the most promising food and beverage consumption markets in the region. Abundant materials like rice, coffee, pepper, seafood, fruits, and vegetables give Vietnam an advantage for the development of the industry, he said. … [Read more...] about Workshop promotes RoK’s investment in Vietnam’s food industry
Fire rips through paint workshop in Hanoi’s outlying district
According to a preliminary report, at 4:20pm, a large fire sparked from a paint workshop, spread to neighbouring areas and erupted in flames, sending plumes of black smoke billowing across the region. Firefighting forces were rushed to the scene immediately after emergency calls. According to local authorities, dozens of fire trucks were dispatched to the scene. At 6:30pm, the fire was brought under control. The fire destroyed a workshop, three houses and a car. Police officers and security guards cordoned off the scene and regulated traffic. The workshop was completely ravaged by the fire. The fire caused prolonged traffic congestion as it is close to Thang Long boulevard. According to a preliminary report, at 4:20pm, a large fire sparked from a paint workshop, spread to neighbouring areas and erupted in flames, sending plumes of black smoke billowing across the region. Firefighting forces were rushed to the scene immediately after emergency calls. … [Read more...] about Fire rips through paint workshop in Hanoi’s outlying district