VOV.VN - Achieving net zero is a global trend and an inevitable, objective choice that plays a crucial role in the sustainable development of every nation.

Despite the Vietnamese Government's recognition of hydrogen energy's potential and the launch of a national strategy, the adoption of hydrogen in Vietnam remains limited, experts have said.

Amidst the global trend of sustainable development and responsible business, it has become critical for enterprises to incorporate environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices into their operations to better integrate with the world market and gain a competitive edge, a workshop has heard in Ho Chi Minh City.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has signed Decision No. 266/QD-TTg, approving the implementation plan for the Global Coal-to-Clean Energy Transition Statement. The plan aligns with Vietnam’s commitment to low-carbon development and achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.

A workshop themed US-Vietnam Getting to Net-Zero: Roadmap to Sustainable Industrial Development was held in Ho Chi Minh City on January 14 by the US Commercial Service in the city, in partnership with the International Financial Centre (IFC) and Saigon Tel.

The transformation of agricultural production towards ecological, organic, circular and low-emission agriculture is a top priority as Vietnam seeks to meet its goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, experts said.

Two Vietnamese professors who are working in the US have offered insights into the potential and challenges of nuclear power development in Vietnam, recommending an approach centred on small-scale nuclear reactors as drawn from international practices.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has laid stress on the need to complete the resolution of obstacles for renewable projects by February 2025 to prevent wastefulness, contributing to ensuring electricity for development.

VOV.VN - Currently, Vietnamese firms, especially small and medium-sized enterprises, face significant barriers when trying to access green finance.

The carbon market not only alleviates environmental pressure but also offers significant financial advantages, supporting businesses in adopting green technologies without bearing the full burden of costs, experts said at a discussion on Vietnam’s carbon credit exchange mechanism.