Ho Chi Minh City is actively working towards achieving net zero emissions by 2050, implementing various initiatives to promote environmental sustainability.
The city has developed strategies focusing on green economic development, the circular economy, energy transition, and sustainable urban development. These plans aim to enhance energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions across various sectors.
In the transportation sector, Ho Chi Minh City is transitioning to electric vehicles (EVs) to reduce emissions. The city has proposed a roadmap for adopting EVs, with plans to implement special policies to support this transition. This includes offering incentives to individuals, households, cooperatives, and businesses that switch from fuel-powered vehicles to EVs. The goal is to mitigate environmental pollution and promote the use of public transport to ease traffic congestion.
Additionally, the city is restructuring its industrial sector to align with sustainable development goals. This involves adopting high-tech solutions and reducing emissions, with a vision to achieve net zero emissions by 2050. The Hiệp Phước Industrial Park, for example, is participating in a pilot project to convert to a cleaner production model, effectively using environmentally sustainable raw materials and fuel. This transformation has led to reductions in water consumption, greenhouse gas emissions, and electricity usage.
Ho Chi Minh City is also collaborating with international organizations to support its green transition. The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has partnered with the city to advance renewable energy and energy efficiency. This collaboration has resulted in the development of the city's Net Zero Emission Strategy and its implementation roadmap, accompanied by a strategy to expand clean and new energy sources. The project has mobilized funds for clean energy developers and startups and provided training to government officials and energy managers to promote the adoption of energy efficiency policies and measures.
These efforts reflect Ho Chi Minh City's commitment to environmental sustainability and its proactive approach to achieving net zero emissions by 2050.