Training Workshop on “Eco-Innovation in the Vietnam Textile sector”

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To support textile enterprises in strengthening chemical management capacity and promoting eco-innovation throughout the value chain, the Vietnam Cleaner Production Centre Co.Ltd. (VNCPC) and the Environmental Technology Centre (ENTEC), in collaboration with the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), will organize a training workshop entitled “Eco-Innovation in the Vietnam Textile sector” in Hanoi on March 20, 2026.

The workshop is implemented under the project “Piloting Eco-Innovation in Viet Nam”, which aims to reduce the use and release of Chemicals of Concern (CoCs), including Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs), in the textile sector. This initiative serves as a practical effort to assist enterprises in adapting to increasingly stringent environmental and chemical management requirements in both domestic and international markets.

The training workshop will be held in Hanoi on March 20, 2026.

The program will focus on updating participants on current regulations related to chemical management; enhancing transparency and chemical data traceability across the entire value chain; and introducing eco-innovation approaches along with support mechanisms to help enterprises transition toward more sustainable business models. Through this workshop, participating companies are expected to strengthen regulatory compliance, meet export market requirements, and improve their competitiveness in the context of an accelerating green transition.

The workshop also aims to raise awareness of the opportunities associated with eco-innovation, support the development and refinement of pilot implementation plans, and foster commitments from relevant stakeholders involved in the project.

Workshop Information

Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Friday, March 20, 2026
Venue: Andonis Hotel, No. 55 Quang Trung Street, Nguyen Du Ward, Hanoi
Language: Vietnamese

Interested enterprises and organizations are kindly invited to register at:
https://vncpc.org/dang-ky-hoi-thao-doi-moi-sinh-thai/
(Registration deadline: March 17, 2026)

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Contact Information

Ms. Tran Thi Ngoc Mai
Tel: +84 97 275 2271
Email: [email protected]

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Christmas Greetings and Best Wishes for the New Year

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As the Christmas season arrives, VNCPC would like to extend our heartfelt appreciation for your trust and collaboration throughout the year. Wishing you, your family, and your team a joyful holiday, good health, and continued success. May the coming year bring new opportunities and prosperous achievements.

Warm regards,
Mr. Le Xuan Thinh
Director of VNCPC

VNCPC Participates in Training Session on Updated Environmental Regulations for Enterprises in Tay Ninh

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On the morning of December 5, the Tay Ninh Economic Zone Authority, in collaboration with the Institute of Policy and Strategy for Agriculture and Environment, organized a conference to disseminate and update legal regulations and national technical standards on environmental protection for industrial parks (IPs) and economic zones in 2025.

More than 150 enterprises and IP infrastructure units attended the event to gain insight into new regulations, address challenges, and work together toward eco-industrial parks, a green economy, and sustainable development.

Dr. Le Xuan Thinh, Director of the Vietnam Cleaner Production Centre Co., Ltd. (VNCPC), is presenting at the training session.

During the event, experts shared key topics including:

  • Environmental protection regulations and standards for 2025

  • Criteria framework and certification procedures for Eco-IPs under Decree No. 35/2022/NĐ-CP and Circular No. 05/2025/TT-BKHĐT

  • Best-practice models, research findings, and implementation results of Eco-IPs in Vietnam

  • Assessment of opportunities for water circularity and industrial symbiosis in Phuoc Dong IP

Dr. Le Xuan Thinh is participating in a Q&A session with enterprises.

The conference also provided time to address questions and support enterprises in effectively applying new regulations in practice.

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Training course on “Sustainable production experts” held in Quang Ninh

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On November 26 – 27, 2025, in Quảng Ninh, the Department of Innovation, Green Transition and Industrial Promotion (Ministry of Industry and Trade), in collaboration with the Vietnam Cleaner Production Centre Co. Ltd. (VNCPC), organized the 2025 Sustainable production expert training course. The course was designed for consultants, technical and managerial staff in the fields of industry, environment, energy, cleaner production at manufacturing enterprises, as well as related units and organizations.

The training aims to support enterprises in improving resource efficiency, reducing production costs, meeting green development requirements, and progressing toward sustainable growth. This activity is part of the National action plan on Sustainable production and consumption for the period 2021 – 2030.

Participants attending the training course

For 2025, the programme was designed with streamlined theory and enhanced practical sessions, focusing on three key content areas:

1. Principles and the role of Sustainable Production for industrial enterprises

Participants were guided to analyse the efficiency of material, water, chemical, and energy use (boilers, compressed air, refrigeration systems, etc.) to reduce costs, minimize waste, and identify improvement opportunities.

2. Integrating ESG (Environmental – Social – Governance) into corporate strategy

The course helped participants grasp ESG trends and practice using rapid assessment tools such as the Quick scan tool and ESG checklist to identify risks, opportunities, and the readiness level of enterprises.

3. Circular Economy and Industrial Symbiosis

Participants were introduced to circular economy concepts and industrial symbiosis models – where enterprises within an industrial park share infrastructure and resources to achieve superior economic, environmental, and social benefits.

Content on sustainable marketing was also integrated into the course, equipping businesses to transform their green transition efforts into competitive market advantages.

Below are some photos from the training course:

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Promoting efficient energy use in enterprises – Moving toward sustainable development

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On November 21, 2025, in Hai Phong, the Vietnam Cleaner Production Centre Co.Ltd. (VNCPC) coordinated with VSIP Hai Phong Co., Ltd. to organise a workshop “Disseminating knowledge on energy saving and efficient use for enterprises.”

The event is part of the support activities for energy-intensive enterprises located in the target industrial parks in Hai Phong, under the National programme on economic and efficient use of energy for the period 2019 – 2030, chaired by the Ministry of Industry and Trade. The workshop promotes the adoption of advanced management and technological solutions to reduce energy intensity and accompany businesses on their path toward sustainable development.

Delegates participating in the workshop pose for a commemorative photo.

In the context of rising energy prices and increasing emphasis on sustainability, efficient use of energy not only helps enterprises reduce operating costs but also protects the environment, enhances competitiveness, and drives sustainable growth.

Below are some photos from the workshop:

Launching a New Feature on the Biochar Vietnam Website – Effective Connections for Sustainable Development

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After a period of operation, the Biochar Vietnam website (https://biocharvietnam.org/) has attracted significant attention from organizations, individuals, scientists, and businesses involved in the biochar sector. In response to the growing demand from the community, Biochar Vietnam has designed and integrated an information-sharing feature to promote fast and effective connections between suppliers and those in need of biochar products and services.

Biochar Vietnam is an online information repository on biochar in Vietnam. The website is designed and operated by the Vietnam Cleaner Production Centre Co., Ltd. (VNCPC), with financial support from the Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO) through the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO). It aims to share and disseminate knowledge, lessons learned, and initiatives related to biochar research, production, and trade activities across the country.

This new feature aims to build a connected community, linking individuals and organizations interested in biochar, and fostering effective stakeholder networking. The information-sharing feature is designed to:

  • Gather information on organizations operating in the biochar sector
  • Provide data on biochar supply and demand in Vietnam
  • Support the connection of stakeholders in the biochar sector

Biochar Vietnam cordially invites organizations, businesses, and individuals active in the biochar sector in Vietnam to register their information here. By participating, you will have the opportunity to connect with partners, contribute to strengthening the biochar community, and support the goal of sustainable development.

For more information, please visit the Biochar Vietnam website.

Biochar is a carbon-rich material produced from organic biomass through pyrolysis at high temperatures in an oxygen-limited environment. Biochar not only improves soil quality and enhances crop yields but also plays a crucial role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and effectively managing biomass waste.

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