With insufficient awareness of the benefits of energy audits, many businesses only conduct energy audits as a response to government requests, instead of considering them as a solution to save energy, reduce production costs, protect the environment, and move towards sustainable development.

In 2023, four enterprises in the steel production, building materials, and wood processing sectors participated in the Voluntary Agreement Scheme on Energy Efficiency in Energy-Intensive Industries (VAS Program), within the framework of the Energy Partnership Program between Vietnam and Denmark 2020-2025 (DEPP3 Program), implemented by the Ministry of Industry and Trade in collaboration with the Embassy of Denmark and the Danish Energy Agency.

Vietnam's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son expressed hopes of learning from European nations about carbon markets, international integration, and green hydrogen development. He emphasized the need for continued support in funding, technology, and training.

Vietnam plans to develop green and energy-saving steel products and increase the market share of domestically produced steel to gradually replace imported products.

From smart energy systems to holistic sustainability methods, the Danish approach to energy efficiency in buildings can serve as a source of inspiration for other countries.

From 2020 to 2022, Terumo Vietnam Co., Ltd. implemented 61 energy-saving solutions, resulting in savings of nearly 3.4 million kWh, equivalent to more than 5.7 billion VND.

On October 2, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh chaired the fifth meeting of the National Steering Committee on the implementation of Vietnam’s COP26 commitments, emphasizing the need for faster and more decisive action in tackling climate change. The Prime Minister’s call comes as Vietnam continues to face increasingly severe weather conditions, highlighting the urgency of addressing climate change impacts and adhering to global pledges.

Improving energy efficiency in commercial buildings has become an urgent issue in Vietnam with energy consumption demand rising rapidly. As energy costs account for a significant portion of operational expenses, implementing effective energy-saving solutions will bring considerable economic benefits. Let’s explore 7 ways to improve energy efficiency in commercial buildings in Vietnam in the article below!

Given the increasing demand for energy, especially in the context of strong economic development, energy transition is an important task for Vietnam and an essential factor in ensuring energy security, protecting the environment, and promoting sustainable socio-economic development.

The importance of energy efficiency is not to be understated. The International Energy Agency estimates that energy efficiency improvements could contribute as much as 47% of reductions in energy-related CO2 emissions achievable by 2030.

According to the Ministry of Industry and Trade, the industrial sector currently accounts for more than 50% of the total energy consumption nationwide. Surveys show that the potential for energy-saving in Vietnam's industry is estimated at around 20-30%.

To promote steel exports to the European Union (EU) market, Vietnam's steel manufacturers need to optimise technology, save energy, and carry out product quality standards of the EU, according to Do Nam Binh, head of the Minerals and Metallurgy Division at the Department of Industry under the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT).

Vietnam needs to consider the development of battery energy storage system (BESS) while the country is on a path towards promoting renewable energies to ensure energy security and sustainable development, experts have said.

On the morning of September 27, 2024, in Ho Chi Minh City, the Ministry of Industry and Trade, in collaboration with the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), organized "Promoting the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Investment Market in Vietnam's Industrial Sector" seminar.

On September 25, 2024, the Ministry of Industry and Trade, in collaboration with the Vietnam Energy Conservation and Efficiency Association (VECEA), held the launching ceremony for 2024 Energy Efficiency Awards.

Heineken Vietnam - Hanoi Brewery has implemented energy-saving solutions during production to enhance the competitiveness of its products.

Yazaki Haiphong Vietnam Co., Ltd. – Thai Binh Branch, located in the Song Tra Industrial Zone, has been actively improving production efficiency, cutting costs, protecting the environment, and enhancing its reputation with partners by using energy more efficiently

On September 12, 2024, the Ministry of Industry and Trade, in collaboration with the Danish Energy Agency and the Danish Embassy, organized a technical seminar on “Consultation on industrial cooling catalogue, ventilation catalogue, heat recovery and heat pump guideline”. This seminar is part of the Energy Partnership programme between Vietnam and Denmark 2020 - 2025 (Depp3), funded by the Danish government.

Công ty Cổ phần Daikin Air Conditioning (Vietnam) - Daikin Việt Nam đã được Bộ Công Thương trao “Thương hiệu điều hòa hiệu suất cao nhất” khi có tới 17 sản phẩm của hãng được chứng nhận "Sản phẩm Hiệu suất năng lượng cao nhất năm 2023".

Project: P164938 – Vietnam Scaling up Energy Efficiency Project.