Enhancing GHG Inventory Capabilities

Viet Nam has taken a practical step towards bolstering its climate action capabilities. The Department of Climate Change (DCC) of MONRE recently hosted a five-day training workshop titled “Implementing 2006 IPCC Guidelines and IPCC Inventory Software: Enhancing National GHG Emissions Inventory.” The event is supported by the Capacity Building Initiative for Transparency – Global Support Programme (CBIT-GSP), the IKI Interface in Viet Nam, and the United States Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA).

Organised from August 26–30, 2024, the training workshop attracted over 130 attendees from various sectors, including ministries, state management agencies on GHG inventory, research institutes, universities, and consulting firms. Attendees gained valuable insights into the 2006 IPCC Guidelines and hands-on experience with IPCC software. This knowledge plays a crucial role in enhancing the quality and transparency of Viet Nam’s national GHG emission reports, aligning them with global best practices.

Over one hundred delegates and international trainers actively participated in the training workshop on Implementing 2006 IPCC Guidelines and IPCC Inventory Software: Enhancing National GHG Emissions Inventor on 26 August

Viet Nam’s Ambitious Climate Goals

Viet Nam’s commitment to combating climate change is evident in its bold target of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. Recently, the Prime Minister has issued Decision No. 13/2024/QD-TTg dated 13 August 2024, expanding the list of sectors and facilities required to conduct GHG inventories. This strategic move has increased the number of facilities mandated to perform GHG inventories in 2024 to 2,166 – a significant rise of 254 facilities compared to 2022.

These facilities now account for approximately 30% of Viet Nam’s total national GHG emissions. However, to meet the Paris Agreement’s requirement of controlling at least 85% of total GHG emissions, Viet Nam recognizes the need for continued expansion of its inventory efforts. Encouragingly, many facilities are proactively conducting voluntary GHG inventories, signaling growing awareness and commitment to climate action across the country.

Challenges and Opportunities

Despite these positive strides, Viet Nam faces several challenges in developing comprehensive GHG inventories. These include capacity gaps, awareness issues among stakeholders, and the complexities of implementing the 2006 IPCC guidelines. The Enhanced Transparency Framework (ETF) of the Paris Agreement adds another layer of urgency, requiring all countries to submit their first biennial transparency report, including national GHG inventories, by December 2024 and every two years thereafter.

The GHG inventory requirements under the ETF are enhanced compared to the current reporting framework, particularly for developing countries like Viet Nam. This underscores the importance of initiatives such as the recent training workshop. With meaningful support from international partners, Viet Nam is actively working to address these challenges.

Concrete Steps Towards Climate Goals

By enhancing its domestic capacity to track GHG emissions at national, sectoral, and facility levels, Viet Nam is taking practical steps to meet its climate targets and contribute to global climate action.

Viet Nam is not only fulfilling its international commitments but also paving the way for a more sustainable future. The increased number of facilities conducting GHG emissions inventories demonstrates Viet Nam’s serious approach to climate action in the region.

For more information about the IKI project, please visit: Support to Viet Nam for the Implementation of the Paris Agreement II | Internationale Klimaschutzinitiative (IKI)