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Captive Asian black bear transferred to rescue centre
In 2005, Nghe An had 570 captive bears, the largest number in Vietnam. Thanks to efforts by local authorities, forest rangers, and rescue forces, the number has fallen to just 15.
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Government sets 2030 targets for climate resilience, resources management
A national plan sets clear goals to be achieved by 2030, including the completion of climate-resilient infrastructure and improved capacity for disaster prevention and adaptation.
Vietnam classified as low risk under EU anti-deforestation regulation
Vietnamese exports to the EU will be subject to simplified due diligence requirements, easing the compliance burden on businesses.
Vietnam attends 11th Nevsky International Ecological Congress in St. Petersburg
A delegation of the Vietnamese National Assembly (NA) led by Vice Chairman Le Minh Hoan is attending the 11th Nevsky International Ecological Congress (NIEC) in St. Petersburg on May 22-23.
Vietnam ranks 16th in the world for biodiversity: Official
Vietnam ranks 16th in the world for biodiversity and is home to a wide array of rare and endangered species and valuable wild genetic resources of national and global importance.
Vietnam promotes living in harmony with nature
In recent years, the government has taken proactive measures to safeguard biodiversity, notably through the development and implementation of the National Strategy on Biodiversity to 2030, with a vision to 2050.
Urgent measures against severe pollution outlined
Despite notable progress, environmental pollution remains poorly controlled in many areas, with several regions facing severe conditions.
Vietnam boosts marine protection and plastic waste reduction
Vietnam has taken various steps to manage marine plastic waste, including the National Action Plan to 2030. However, weak links between island and mainland development, along with increasing marine pollution, remain key challenges.
Vietnam removes 10 wildlife trafficking groups from social media
In 2024, Education for Nature Vietnam detected 206,927 instances of live animals and wildlife products being advertised for sale on Facebook.
Environment ministry, Vingroup shake hands to improve urban air quality
The two sides will collaborate on air quality monitoring and improvement, promoting green growth and sustainable transportation, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and developing a carbon market.
Vietnam’s major cities push ahead with green bus revolution
Residents have been enthusiastic about electric buses, given improvements in service quality and a convenient payment system.
Experts discuss strategic approaches to energy transition in Vietnam
Lecturers, researchers, and policymakers in Hue focused on analysing the challenges Vietnam is facing due to climate change, particularly in the central region, which frequently suffers from extreme weather events such as storms, floods, droughts, and sea level rise.
Two sea turtles rescued on Con Dao
The rescue operation was carried out by the forces of the Con Dao National Park Management Board in cooperation with Con Dao Resort Company, following separate discoveries on the morning of May 7 along Dat Doc beach within the Six Senses Con Dao resort.
Endangered sea turtle rescued in Quang Ngai
The animal, weighing approximately 12kg, is currently being cared for before being released back into its natural habitat.
Hanoi launches second waste-to-energy plant
With a processing capacity of 2,250 tonnes of waste per day and night and 37MW of power generated, Seraphin is designed to process all waste collected at the Xuan Son landfill, where an average of 1,500 tonnes of waste from 12 districts and Son Tay township is received daily.
Wildlife conservation tours part of responsible ecotourism
Promoting nature-based tourism linked to wildlife conservation is believed to be essential for sustainable development in the near future.
Quang Binh receives endangered, rare wildlife from local handover
The Centre for Rescue, Conservation and Creature Development under Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park in the central province of Quang Binh has reported the voluntary handover of endangered, rare wildlife by local residents.
Mine clearance at Quang Tri ancient citadel completed
Since September 2024, the MAG has carried out mine clearance on an area of 135,000 sq.m, safely removing 325 dangerous explosive items, including many found near the surface.
Clean energy cooperation in spotlight at Vietnam–China–ASEAN forum
In the current context, Vietnam’s energy sector must strike a balance of ensuring robust economic growth and national energy security while simultaneously advancing the transition to green, clean energy and reducing greenhouse gas emissions in line with global trends
Rare Asian open-bill storks spotted in Gia Lai, sparking conservation push
Residents of Ia Mron commune, Ia Pa district, the Central Highlands province of Gia Lai have reported the presence of a flock of Asian open-bill storks (Anastomus oscitans), a rare and endangered species listed in Vietnam’s Red Data Book.
