Environment

The urgent need for environmentally sustainable and inclusive digitalization strategies

In the past two decades, digitalization has transformed the world with both opportunities and challenges. While digital technologies can address environmental issues, the proliferation of devices, data networks, and resource-intensive applications like AI and blockchain has increased the environmental footprint.

C3S: Unprecedented heat streak signals dire climate warnings for 2024

The European Union's Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S) reported that June 2024 was the hottest June on record, continuing a 13-month streak of unprecedented global temperatures. Every month since June 2023 has ranked as the planet's hottest compared to the same months in previous years. Recent data suggests that 2024 may surpass 2023 as the hottest year on record, driven by human-caused climate change and the natural El Nino phenomenon.

Air Pollution: The second-leading global risk factor for death

Air pollution is now the second-leading global risk factor for death, according to the fifth edition of the State of Global Air (SoGA) report. Released by the Health Effects Institute (HEI), an independent U.S.-based nonprofit research organization, the report reveals that air pollution was responsible for 8.1 million deaths worldwide in 2021. Beyond these fatalities, millions suffer from chronic diseases, straining healthcare systems, economies, and societies.

The 2024 "The time to act is now" photo contest is open!

GAHP invites individuals worldwide to participate in our photo contest, capturing their perspectives on environmental health issues. This contest, aligned with GAHP's mission to improve health by addressing pollution, encourages photographers to explore and express the impacts of environmental challenges and their innovative solutions. By fostering cultural exchange and understanding through visual arts, this initiative encourages people to advocate for a healthier, sustainable future, addressing global environmental and health challenges.

Minister Dang Quoc Khanh launches Vietnam's Sea and Island Week and Environmental Action Month 2024

Minister Dang Quoc Khanh emphasized that the observance of this year's World Environment Day and World Oceans Day presents an opportunity to reiterate the commitment to proactive action, addressing challenges, and responsibly harnessing land, sea, and island resources for sustainable use, thus promoting ecological equilibrium in pursuit of sustainable development objectives.

World Environment Day (5/6): UN urges action on ecosystem restoration pledges

On World Environment Day (5/6), United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres issued a call to action for nations to honor all commitments in restoring ecosystems and degraded lands, as well as upholding the comprehensive Convention on Biological Diversity framework, including the Montreal Protocol.

Household solid waste management: A unified call to action for government, businesses, and citizens

On June 4, the Natural Resources and Environment Magazine (under the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment) held the 3rd Environmental Forum 2024, themed "Household solid waste management and the role of businesses", in Hanoi. This annual event supports World Environment Day (June 5) and World Oceans Day (June 8).

New Delhi faces record-breaking heatwave, forces early school closures

New Delhi, India, is experiencing an unprecedented heatwave, with temperatures reaching up to 47°C. In response, the Delhi government has mandated early summer vacations for schools, starting from May 11 until June 30, to safeguard students from the extreme heat.

Wildfires threaten British Columbia town as Western Canada battles blazes 

On May 13th, in British Columbia, Canada, amidst the sweeping wildfires engulfing Western Canada, communities face escalating peril as flames encroach upon residential areas, necessitating urgent evacuations and disrupting telecommunication networks.

Vietnam and EU collaborate for environmental sustainability

On May 12th, Vietnam and the European Union (EU) came together in a concerted effort to champion environmental sustainability, commemorating Europe Day with a special focus on promoting a clean environment. The event, held in Ha Long City, Quang Ninh Province, marked a significant milestone in the ongoing partnership between Vietnam and the EU in addressing environmental challenges.

Japan shares flood risk maps with Vietnam for safer communities

According to the Yomiuri Shimbun, Japan’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism plans to extend its provision of flood risk maps to Vietnam, Indonesia, Thailand and Cambodia in the upcoming fiscal year. The goal is to assist these Southeast Asian nations in mitigating damage from floods by utilizing satellite observation data to predict heavy rainfall-induced flooding.

Japan's seaweed planting initiative: A green solution in the fight against climate change

Japan's initiative to plant seaweed as a climate solution is ambitious. By restoring coastal seaweed beds, the country hopes to tap into the potential of 'blue carbon' to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions, aligning with its carbon neutrality goal by 2050. However, questions remain about the practicality and feasibility of this endeavor, raising doubts about its effectiveness in reality.

€156 million project launched to mitigate climate change impact

The 4 coastal provinces in north-central Vietnam will receive enhanced capacity and technical support to increase climate resilience through a €156 million project funded by the Vietnamese Government, the European Union (EU), and the French Development Agency (AFD).

Vietnam and Canada share experiences toward Net-Zero

On March 28th, in Ho Chi Minh city, a workshop titled 'Toward Net-Zero: Vietnam - Canada experience sharing' was hosted by the Canadian Embassy in Vietnam in collaboration with the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MONRE). Among the attendees were Canadian Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade, and Economic Development Mary Ng, and Deputy Minister of Natural Resources and Environment Le Cong Thanh, along with representatives from various government departments, local authorities, research institutions, and trade organizations from both countries.

Consultation workshop on technical guidelines on environmental self-audit implementation of production, business and service establishments

On March 21, in Hanoi, a consultation workshop was held by the Vietnam Institute of Environmental, Marine, and Island Sciences (VEMSI) to discuss the draft technical guidelines for environmental self-auditing implementation of production, business and service establishments.

Deputy prime minster Tran Hong Ha: Sustainable development must be environmentally focused

This was the guidance provided by Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha at the VCSF 2023 Forum on August 23, with the theme "Global Green Race: From Strategy to Sustainable Business Practices."

Journal of natural resources and environment organized environmental forum “solutions to treat domenstic solid waste into resources”

On the morning of June 9, 2023 in Hanoi, Journal of Natural Resources and Environment organized the 2023 Environmental Forum with the theme "Solutions to treat domestic solid waste into resources". Associate Professor, Dr. Nguyen Dinh Tho - Institute of Strategy and Policy on Natural Resources and Environment; Dr. Dao Xuan Hung - Chief Editor of Journal of Natural Resources and Environment; Mr. Dang Dinh Tung - Deputy Director of Department of Technology Appraisal, Examination and Assessment ( Ministry of Science and Technology) chaired the forum.

Cop28 supports green transformation in developing countries

COP28, the upcoming conference, is set to conclude international efforts in supporting developing countries and emerging economies in their green transformation.

Building a National Action Plan for Circular Economy Implementation

On September 11th, in Hanoi, Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, Vo Tuan Nhan, chaired a meeting to discuss the development of a draft National Action Plan for Circular Economy (CE) implementation until 2035.

Conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity

As reported in the Convention on Biological Diversity (COP15), natural ecosystems are in danger with one million species threatened with extinction, 75% of the Earth's surface has been significantly altered and 85% of wetlands have disappeared, with huge consequences for regions and communities around the world, including the earth's resilience to climate change. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has also called for greater global cooperation in biodiversity conservation efforts around the world.