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Bac Ninh prosecutes environmental crime at famed bronze casting village

Authorities in Bac Ninh Province have launched a criminal case over illegal aluminum waste dumping in Dai Bai Village, a centuries-old craft hub.

Kon Tum rattled by three back-to-back tremors in one morning

Kon Tum Province experienced three consecutive earthquakes early March 31, but authorities confirmed no risk to residents or infrastructure.

Vietnam pushes green vehicles as air pollution ranks among Asia's worst

Facing significant air pollution challenges, Vietnam is implementing green mobility strategies to transition towards sustainable transportation.

Expanding emission control: Hanoi urged to tackle air pollution regionally

Air pollution experts recommend widening pollution control measures beyond Hanoi to the entire metropolitan area to combat persistent air quality issues.

Hanoi’s open-air canal project remains unfinished after nearly two decades

The $8.6 million project to cover Ke Khe canal has stalled for 17 years, leaving behind open sewage and widespread pollution.

Vietnam to enforce recycling mandates with tougher penalties

Despite the legal framework mandating extended producer responsibility (EPR) for waste recycling, many businesses in Vietnam remain unaware or fail to fully comply, prompting the government to promise strict penalties for violations.

Dak Lak protects animal welfare with elephant-friendly tourism model

Elephant-friendly tourism is a responsible form that helps minimise the impact of tourism activities on elephant health, contributing to conservation efforts and sustainable elephant tourism.

International efforts help preserve Vietnam pheasant

Belgium’s Antwerp Zoo will contribute two young birds and conduct genetic research to ensure the released population maintains healthy diversity.

Vietnam saves 448,000 kWh during Earth Hour 2025

To maximise impact, the Ministry called on local authorities and EVN to conduct awareness campaigns throughout March, encouraging individuals, organisations, and businesses to switch off unnecessary lights and devices during Earth Hour.

Turtle expert condemns release of foreign species into Hoan Kiem Lake

Turtle scholar Ha Dinh Duc criticizes the unauthorized release, warning of potential harm to the lake’s ecosystem.

Vietnam works to connect local ASEAN Heritage Parks for better protection

Vietnam is working to enhance the role and strengthen the connectivity of its national parks that are part of the ASEAN Heritage Parks (AHP) network.

Hanoi invests $4 million in West Lake clean-up project

The project aims to construct a wastewater collection system and transfer pump stations to create a separate drainage system around West Lake.

Vietnam’s air quality 23rd worst in the world: Report

In terms of 2024 average PM2.5 concentration, the capital Hanoi was ranked seventh across 121 regional capital cities surveyed, higher than Indonesia’s Jakarta, in tenth place.

Inside VN's endangered primate rescue center: A safe haven for rare wildlife

From daily health checkups to carefully curated diets, primates at Cuc Phuong National Park receive top-tier care. The red-shanked douc langur, a symbol of Vietnam’s rich biodiversity, remains one of the center’s most treasured species.

Media campaign launched to combat illegal ivory trade among tourists

A communication campaign highlighting the illegality of ivory product trade is being rolled out in Vietnam, targeting international tourists.

Vietnam needs paradigm shift in mindset to tackle air pollution

Vietnam needs a paradigm shift in the management of emission sources to hold entities accountable and address air pollution more effectively in the near future.

3.7-magnitude earthquake hits Kon Tum province’s Kon Plong district

A 3.7 magnitude earthquake struck Kon Plong district in the Central Highlands province of Kon Tum at noon on March 6, causing no casualties or property damage.

Ho Chi Minh City begins construction of $140 million waste-to-energy plant

Ho Chi Minh City has started construction on a new waste-to-energy plant in Cu Chi district, with an investment of $140 million and a daily capacity of 2,000 tons. The project aims to modernize waste management and generate renewable energy.

Vietnam achieves coral reproduction milestone

Coral spawning lasts mere minutes and occurs just once annually per colony, forcing the team to conduct hundreds of night dives to capture these fleeting moments.

Urgent solutions needed to address plastic waste pollution: Experts

According to statistics from the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, approximately 1.8 million tonnes of plastic waste are generated in Vietnam every year, with between 0.28 - 0.73 million tonnes of this waste ending up in the oceans.