We are pleased to present the first volume of the IKI Viet Nam Newsletter for 2025 highlighting the latest climate and biodiversity actions, the country is undertaking to respond to the challenges of climate change. This edition covers a wide range of climate and biodiversity topics including updated electricity supply strategy, MRV for the livestock sector, key findings from the CBD COP16 resumed session, carbon market development, greenhouse gas monitoring in the transport sector, etc.
In addition, this volume features updates on the activities and achievements of IKI projects in Viet Nam. We would like to extend our congratulations on the successful conclusion of the CarBi II project which made significant impacts to both biodiversity conservation and the well-being of local communities in Central Viet Nam.
We are also excited to announce the launch of the IKI Viet Nam website, a comprehensive knowledge exchange platform among IKI implementers in Viet Nam. We hope this website will support your climate works and look forward to your contributions to enhance its variety and inclusivity.
We hope you enjoy reading this issue.
Daniel Herrmann
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Climate change and funding challenges are putting pressure on Viet Nam’s electricity supply. The Ministry of Industry and Transport (MOIT) and the prime minister are adjusting the power supply strategy…
In December 2024, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD) promulgated two circulars that provide technical guidance and cost-norm for the measurement, reporting and verification (MRV) in the livestock sector.…
The sixteenth meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD COP16) was held in two in-person sessions: the first session taking place in Cali,…
In January, the Prime Minister issued Decision 232/QD-TTg, which outlines a roadmap for carbon trading, assigning roles to key government agencies and financial institutions. The decision further specifies provisions of…
Nature-based Solutions (NbS) leverage ecosystems and biodiversity to address challenges like water and food security, human health, disaster risk management, and climate change. By protecting natural habitats such as forests,…
Viet Nam is making significant efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and transition towards renewable energy sources. The Department of Climate Change (DCC) has recently announced a lowered grid emission…
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has approved a plan to mobilise domestic and international resources for power sector development and the end of coal power, calling for international cooperation and…
The Ministry of Transport of Viet Nam has issued Circular No. 63/2024/TT-BGTVT, outlining technical regulations for Measurement, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and inventory in the…
The concept of social inclusion originated in the mid-20th century, in which gender equality was one of the important movements. It refers to the process of improving people’s ability and opportunity…
The year 1906 marked a crucial moment in global communications when the first voice and music signals were transmitted over the radio. Since then, radio has become a powerful medium…
The IKI project “Cultivation of Energy Crops on Post-Mining Sites (CPEP)” has demonstrated that the cultivation of energy crops on post-mining sites is feasible despite challenging growing conditions. It also…
For the past six years, deep in the Central Annamites, forest guards have patrolled dense forests, communities have come together to protect their lands, and governments have united to safeguard biodiversity…
“We're not just protecting trees, we're protecting our own future, our children's future, and the future of many others.” At the foot of Muong Chieng Mountain, where a small stream…
Viet Nam is embracing to strengthen biodiversity conservation beyond traditional protected areas and achieve the 30×30 global target under the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework. Definition of OECM (CBD/COP/DEC/14/8) A geographically…
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