In Vietnam, a European Union-funded project between Switzerland’s Helvetas Vietnam and AirX Carbon is working to convert waste husks from cocoa cultivation into bioplastic. Dubbed the “Bean to Bar” initiative, the project will run through 2026 and promote circular economy practices in Vietnam’s agri-food sector. The European Union is providing $2.16 million for the project, […]
In Vietnam, The Investor reported that Vietnam’s Ministry of Industry and Trade plans to add biomass power to the direct power purchase agreement (DPPA) mechanism, according to its draft decree to replace Decree 80/2024 on DPPA mechanism. The current DPPA mechanism features solar and wind power of at least 10 MW. The addition of biomass […]
In Vietnam, the Investor reported that Vietnam’s Ministry of Industry and Trade has announced plans to maximize support for waste-to-energy project proposals submitted by local governments. The report noted that the ministry emphasized its commitment to fully incorporate waste-to-energy projects into planning when proposed by localities. Nguyen Tuyen Tam, head of planning at the ministry’s […]
In the UAE, Lootah Biofuels announced discussing potential collaboration with SAVICO Group, one of Vietnam’s largest companies in the circular economy, green technology, and renewable energy sectors. Commenting on the collaboration, Yousif bin Saeed Lootah said, “We are delighted to collaborate with SAVICO Group, recognized for its investment in green technology and renewable energy, including offshore wind projects, liquefied natural gas, hydrogen production, carbon certification, and […]
In Vietnam, Vietnam Investment Review reported that a groundbreaking ceremony was held on July 20 for a new waste-to-energy plant in Cu Chi district, Ho Chi Minh City. The project is being developed by Bamboo Capital Group (BCG). The first phase of the project is valued at $252.6 million and will have the capacity to […]
In Vietman, Vietnam Investment Review reported that a recently issued government decree permits rooftop solar, waste-to-energy, and biomass projects to engage in direct power purchase agreements (DPPA) without routing through Vietnam Electricity (EVN). The decree, announced on July 3, outlines a mechanism for direct power transactions between renewable energy producers and major electricity consumers. This […]
In Vietnam, Vietnam Airlines, the flag carrier airline of Vietnam, has operated its first flight using Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel. A Vietnam Airlines Airbus A321 was refueled with blended sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) at Changi Airport in Singapore for its return flight to Hanoi, Vietnam on May 27, 2024. This milestone marks Vietnam Airlines […]
In Vietnam, SK Group’s chemical division has broken ground on a VND11.8-trillion ($90.3-million) facility to produce biobased polybutylene adipate terephthalate, polybutylene succinate, and tetrahydrofuran. The new plant at Hai Phong City will produce 70,000 metric tons of PBAT, 59,500 metric tons of PBS, and 6,300 metric tons of THF. PBAT and PBS are bioplastics, while […]
In Vietnam, Hyosung TNC received investment approval recently for the “Hyosung BDO Project” from the Ba Ria-Vung Tau Provincial Government at the “Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province Vision Declaration and Investment Approval Ceremony” held in Phu My 2 Industrial Park in southern Vietnam. Hyosung TNC plans to proactively respond to the global materials market’s reorganization around […]
In Vietnam, Viet Nam News reported that the Vietnamese government should implement support policies to ensure the development of clean hydrogen sources in the country. According to Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyễn Sinh Nhật Tân, hydrogen has been recognized as a clean and indispensable energy source in the energy structure of many countries […]
