Rare wild animals released into natural habitat in Đắk Lắk
The animals belong to 17 species and were all assessed to be in good health and fit for release.
$96m project promotes agroforestry to cut emissions
Speaking at an online seminar on Wednesday, Nguyễn Ngọc Quang, IFAD's country programme coordinator for Việt Nam, said about 60 per cent of the project's budget would directly support local communities through training, capacity building, sustainable production models and livelihood transition funds.
Stronger policies needed to accelerate a just energy transition
Energy pricing policies today will determine long-term technology choices, as energy technologies are typically used over a lifespan of 15-20 years.
Quảng Trị rescues six rare wild animals
The animals are now receiving quarantine, treatment and specialised care. Once recovering their physical condition and wild behaviour, they will be reassessed for release back into the wild.
Bạch Mã National Park seeks to unlock tourism potential through biodiversity
Located in Phú Lộc Commune of Huế City, where the Trường Sơn mountain range stretches closest to the East Sea, the Bạch Mã National Park is renowned for its cool climate, spectacular landscapes and exceptional biodiversity.
Hà Nội proposes $2.9-billion plan to revive polluted Nhuệ River
Hà Nội wants to transform one of its most polluted waterways through a 61.5-kilometre clean-up and infrastructure project, but an appraisal committee says the proposal still lacks crucial financial and legal details.
Energy efficiency could boost GDP while cutting emissions
Nguyễn Đức Trung, Deputy Head of the Central Policy and Strategy Commission, praised the research, saying the new dataset and analytical tools would strengthen policy research, forecasting and advisory work.
Đồng Nai urges caution as wild elephants move closer to farmland
Authorities in Đồng Nai City have issued a public warning after wild elephants were repeatedly spotted near forests bordering farmland, raising the risk of dangerous encounters.
Việt Nam accelerates green transition with state–business–public push
Across the country, major cities such as Hà Nội and Đà Nẵng are taking the lead in cutting emissions, adapting to climate change and building smart cities.
Severe weather causes widespread damage across northern mountainous provinces
Initial estimates put property losses in Sơn La at about VNĐ31.1 billion (US$1.2 million), with damage assessments continuing in other affected areas.
Việt Nam, Germany launch programme to speed up transport electrification
Focusing on commercial vehicle electrification and clean energy, the programme will address regulatory gaps, technical standards, infrastructure and financing – key enablers for large-scale adoption.
Eight northern provinces face risk of flash floods, landslides
Soil moisture models indicate that some areas in these provinces are already close to saturation, with moisture levels exceeding 85 per cent, while others have reached full saturation.
Female Asiatic black bear rescued after nearly 16 years in captivity
An initial health assessment found the bear to be underweight, weighing only 80–90kg, and in need of comprehensive veterinary care.
National park to release deer to restore wild populations
The initiative marks a significant step in its 2026–35 Rewilding Action Plan, with a vision to 2050, aimed at restoring wild animal populations and rebuilding ecological links that have deteriorated over many years.
Environment ministry to continue managing four national parks
Centralised management aims to ensure the integrity of the ecosystem, maintain habitat connectivity, conserve biodiversity and protect strategic and national interests beyond the scope of each locality.
Typhoon Maysak weakens into tropical depression
The northern part of the Gulf of Tonkin, including the Bạch Long Vĩ, Vân Đồn and Cô Tô special zones, still faces a risk of strong winds of 49km per hour and rough seas with waves 2–3m high.
Bạch Mã National Park offers haven for rare species
Towering peaks, misty cloud forests and extraordinary biodiversity combine to create a landscape that continues to captivate nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.
Phong Nha–Kẻ Bàng National Park receives more endangered Sunda pangolins
The species is classified as Critically Endangered on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List, with all wild capture and commercial international trade strictly prohibited.
New decree lays legal foundation for Việt Nam's forest carbon market
Phạm Hồng Lượng, deputy director of the Department of Forestry and Forest Protection, described the decree as a milestone in implementing the Forestry Law and developing a domestic forest carbon market.
Tropical depression strengthens into Việt Nam's first typhoon of the year
Forecasts indicate that by 4am on Saturday the typhoon centre will be off the western coast of Hainan Island (China). Disaster warning is at level three.
