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An alternative to urban solar energy
Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính has reaffirmed Việt Nam's commitment to net-zero emissions by 2050 at COP26 in 2026, prioritising renewable energy. But while rooftop solar is expanding, many urban residents lack the space or budget for traditional systems. From a Việt Nam - Germany collaboration between BMZ Germany and GIZ Vietnam, balcony solar is emerging as a compact, portable and green solution for small city homes and renters.
Global heatwave drives extreme temperatures across Việt Nam and the world
Society 01:38Northern and central Việt Nam remained under severe heat on 24 May. The heatwave is forecast to last for several more days, and people are advised to be cautious of health risks. Severe heat is also affecting other regions in the world, causing significant health and environmental damage.
TOD development unlocks urban infrastructure potential
Society 02:34Fifty years after Sài Gòn - Gia Định was officially renamed Hồ Chí Minh City, urban development beyond the central area has remained spread out, without clearly defined growth hubs. But as the city accelerates investment in ring roads, metro lines and transport infrastructure, the Transit-Oriented Development model (or TOD) is now seen as a key solution to reshape urban space and create new, modern and sustainable growth centres.
Ancient tea forest rediscovered in Đắk Lắk
Society 01:46A century-old tea forest has been rediscovered in Đắk Lắk province. The forest has more than 8,000 ancient tea trees, some believed to be over 100 years old. Local authorities are now surveying the area for conservation, with the potential for the forest to become a rare genetic resource and new nature-based tourist attraction.
Rescuers save trapped baby elephant
Society 00:51Authorities in Đồng Nai province have successfully rescued a three-year-old elephant calf that became trapped in a deep pit. Shortly after being freed, the calf ran back into the forest in stable condition.
Kites bring hope to flood-hit area
Society 01:57The once flood-hit Diên Điền Commune (Khánh Hoà province) is now a location for a kite festival, which is turning the open rice fields here into a space of connection, carrying messages of peace, hope, and resilience for local residents.
Hà Nội heatwave disrupts city life
Society 02:51Temperatures in the capital city of Việt Nam have risen sharply from early morning, causing discomfort, and impacting people's ability to work, study and move around the city. With hotter months ahead, residents are adjusting their daily routines to cope with the early summer heat.
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