Vietnam’s Ministry of Agriculture and Environment promotes waste separation and eco-livelihoods through the “Trash for cash” model.

The Hanoi People’s Committee has set a goal to complete the transition to electric and green energy-powered buses throughout the city by 2030.

A sweeping new plan aims to protect marine biodiversity by expanding reserves and restoring ecosystems along Vietnam’s coastline by 2030.

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.

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.

A technical issue at the decommissioned Song Doc oil field was swiftly resolved, posing no threat to the environment or other operations.

Da Nang has imposed administrative penalties on four companies for violating environmental protection regulations, with total fines exceeding VND1 billion (over USD39,500).

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.

Dozens of dolphins swam just meters from a fishing boat, delighting locals and signaling a healthy marine ecosystem.

A rare natural spectacle unfolded as seawater near Hon Gai turned red and glowed blue under light touch.

A draft regulation proposes mandatory emissions testing for motorbikes, potentially forcing millions of older vehicles off the roads.

In 2024, Education for Nature Vietnam detected 206,927 instances of live animals and wildlife products being advertised for sale on Facebook.

Improper drainage from a beachfront restaurant disrupted one of Asia’s most famous beaches.

If proposed stricter emissions standards are implemented in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, will vehicles manufactured before 2017 still be permitted on the roads of Vietnam’s two largest urban centers?

After a major downpour, fish were found dead and gasping for air in Ho Chi Minh City’s most iconic canal.

Ho Chi Minh City activates disaster response to protect environment and aquaculture in Can Gio.

In Vietnam, single-use plastic products are commonly used because of their convenience and low cost.

Rising pollution levels in Vietnam’s top cities are triggering more respiratory and heart diseases, experts warn.

The animal, weighing approximately 12kg, is currently being cared for before being released back into its natural habitat.

Bui Quoc Giang faces charges after illegally recycling used oil and polluting the environment.