Tag Archives: Circular economy

Carbon Labeling: A Strategic Move for Vietnamese Businesses

Amid the global shift toward a green economy, measuring carbon footprints and implementing carbon labeling is no longer an optional initiative but is increasingly becoming a necessity for Vietnamese enterprises. At a thematic workshop held on April 10, 2026, both domestic and international experts emphasized the growing importance of carbon labels in business operations, especially…

Turning Waste into Resources: Vietnam’s Big Challenge in the Circular Economy Journey

Every day, Vietnam generates nearly 70,000 tons of municipal solid waste. This figure reflects not only rapid urbanization and rising consumption but also places significant pressure on the country’s waste management system. Currently, most of this waste is still treated through landfilling, a method that not only wastes valuable resources but also poses long-term risks…

ELV Forum Launched: A Turning Point Reshaping Europe’s Automotive Recycling Industry Toward Circularity

A new initiative in Europe is drawing significant attention across the automotive and recycling industries, as leading organizations join forces to build a more circular and sustainable ecosystem for end-of-life vehicles (ELVs). The international non-profit association ELV Forum has officially been established in Brussels, spearheaded by two extended producer responsibility (EPR) organizations: Febelauto and ARN….

France’s First Pyrolysis-Based Plastic Recycling Plant Goes into Operation: A New Step Toward a Circular Economy

Energy giant TotalEnergies has officially launched operations at an advanced plastic recycling facility located at the Grandpuits industrial site, southeast of Paris. With an annual capacity of around 15,000 tonnes, the plant is considered the first large-scale pyrolysis facility of its kind in France, marking a significant milestone in transforming a traditional oil refinery into…

Global Green Standards Wave and Its Impact on Vietnam: From Compliance Pressure to Economic Transformation Opportunities

In recent years, the concept of “green standards” has shifted from a voluntary trend to a mandatory requirement in global trade and development. From Europe to North America and across Asia, countries are rapidly implementing stricter environmental regulations to control emissions, reduce waste, and promote circular economy models. This wave is not only reshaping production…

Lithium-ion Battery Recycling: A Key Enabler for Green Transport and a Circular Energy Economy in Vietnam

The rapid rise of electric vehicles and energy storage systems is reshaping the global energy landscape. At the center of this transformation, lithium-ion batteries have become a core technology, playing a pivotal role in the electrification of transport and the expansion of renewable energy. However, the growing volume of end-of-life batteries is also creating significant…

Green Economy in Vietnam: From Policy Vision to Practical Transformation

For many years, the concept of a green economy in Vietnam appeared primarily in national development strategies, climate commitments, and international environmental forums. In recent years, however, the country has entered a more decisive phase in which these strategic orientations are gradually being translated into concrete policies and practical implementation. From the development of a…

Carbon Border Shock: How CBAM Is Disrupting EU Trade Flows in the Short Term

The official transition of the European Union into the tax phase of the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism at the start of 2026 is already sending noticeable tremors through global trade, especially at European seaports. Cargo is being held longer, customs procedures now involve additional layers of environmental verification, and uncertainty is spreading across the import…

A Heated Debate Over Aluminum Scrap Export Policy

At the S&P Global Energy Aluminum Symposium 2026, a topic that might once have seemed highly technical became the center of a strategic debate that could reshape the North American aluminum supply chain for years to come. The focus was aluminum scrap, the impact of Section 232 tariffs, and the possibility that the United States…

PREVENTION, CONTROL, AND EARLY INTERVENTION: STRENGTHENING VIETNAM’S ENVIRONMENTAL SHIELD

Legislative Context and New Vision (The 2020 Law on Environmental Protection) The implementation of policies and laws on environmental protection (EP) in Vietnam has always been a major challenge, given the rapid pace of industrialization, urbanization, and the growing demand for economic development. The Law on Environmental Protection 2020, effective from January 1, 2022, was…