Energy Transition Update: 17.8 - 24.8.2026
Energy Transition Update: 17.8-24.8.2026
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VIETNAM – UK PROMOTE COOPERATION IN AGRICULTURE, ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE CHANGE RESPONSE
VnEconomy – 19 August 2026
Vietnam and the UK are expanding cooperation in sustainable agriculture, environmental protection and climate change response under their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. At a meeting on 18 August, Minister of Agriculture and Environment Trinh Viet Hung highlighted UK-supported programmes such as COAST, FGMC and CARA, which have contributed to Vietnam’s agriculture and environmental agenda. The two countries are also looking to strengthen trade in agricultural, forestry and fishery products while promoting greener and more sustainable production. Climate cooperation is another priority, particularly as Vietnam works towards its green growth and emissions-reduction goals. The UK brings experience, technology and international partnerships that could support Vietnam in managing forests, natural resources and climate risks. Closer cooperation could therefore link environmental action with trade and investment, helping Vietnam pursue a more sustainable and climate-resilient model of growth.
BRINGING NORWEGIAN TECHNOLOGY INTO THE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT OF VIETNAM’S FISHERIES SECTOR
VnEconomy – 21 August 2026
Vietnam and Norway are expanding fisheries cooperation beyond trade towards technology transfer, investment and workforce development. Norwegian companies are bringing technologies and expertise in modern aquaculture, seafood processing and production management to help Vietnam improve efficiency and raise the value of its fisheries products. One challenge is Vietnam’s fragmented production structure, as many small-scale farms have limited capacity to invest in advanced technologies. Cooperation will therefore also focus on skills, professionalising the value chain and improving standards and production processes. The partnership is supported by the Vietnam–Norway Green Strategic Partnership, signed earlier in 2026, which includes green growth, the circular economy and a sustainable ocean economy. Greater use of technology, combined with stronger standards and human-capital development, could help Vietnam build a more productive and environmentally sustainable fisheries sector while remaining competitive in demanding export markets.
VIETNAM FINE-TUNING EXTENDED PRODUCER RESPONSIBILITY POLICY TO PROMOTE CIRCULAR ECONOMY
VietnamPlus – 24 August 2026
Vietnam is refining its Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) policy after more than two years of implementation, with the aim of making producers more directly responsible for what happens to their products and packaging after use. The proposed revisions seek to simplify compliance procedures, clarify producers’ recycling responsibilities and improve the mechanisms for calculating and managing financial contributions to recycling activities. The broader framework is also intended to strengthen the recycling chain, from collection and transportation to sorting, recycling, data management and supervision. A key concern is that requiring companies to meet recycling obligations may not be enough if collection systems remain fragmented and recycling outcomes are difficult to verify. Better data and monitoring could help ensure that producer contributions translate into actual waste recovery rather than becoming primarily a compliance exercise. If implemented effectively, the revised EPR framework could encourage investment in recycling, improve resource efficiency and accelerate Vietnam’s transition towards a circular economy.
DA NANG INTRODUCES CRITERIA FOR GREEN TOURISM ACCOMMODATIONS
VietnamPlus – 24 August 2026
Da Nang has launched the Da Nang Green Stay criteria to encourage hotels and other accommodation providers to adopt more sustainable practices. The framework includes 219 green standards, covering areas such as energy efficiency, low-carbon emissions, recycling, biodiversity, wastewater management, green consumption, and food waste reduction. Businesses can participate at three voluntary levels: 54 criteria for beginners, 124 for establishments already implementing green practices, and all 219 for sustainability leaders. The approach is designed to be practical, allowing accommodation providers to gradually improve their environmental performance while reducing energy, water and waste-management costs. It also links sustainability with tourism competitiveness, as greener operations could strengthen Da Nang’s appeal to environmentally conscious travellers. By protecting ecosystems, preserving cultural heritage and strengthening destination branding, the programme supports Da Nang’s ambition to become a high-quality, sustainable tourism hub while contributing to Vietnam’s net-zero target for 2050.
Summarised by Phan Le and Hai Thanh Nguyen
In collaboration with the ANU Institute for Climate, Energy & Disaster Solutions