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Toward greener industrial parks

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By Dat Thanh
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Amid the evolving dynamics of global supply chains and the mounting urgency of climate action, ESG Forum 2025 was held on June 25 at the Saigon Prince Hotel in downtown HCMC. Revolving around the theme “Dual Transformation toward Eco-Industrial Parks,” the forum brought together more than 150 business leaders, policymakers, sustainability experts, and representatives from foreign chambers of commerce to explore pathways for Vietnam’s industrial sector to become both greener and smarter.

Jointly organized by The Saigon Times and Green Transition Consulting & Training, the forum marked a pivotal milestone in Vietnam’s ESG journey—providing a platform for stakeholders to move beyond policy dialogue and drive real-world impact. Significantly, it was among the country’s earliest events to embrace a net-zero framework. Organizers conducted a thorough accounting of emissions from travel, energy consumption, catering, waste, and logistics. Verified carbon credits will be channeled into certified offset projects that advance climate objectives while fostering sustainable development at both community and ecosystem levels.

Participants listen to keynote presentations and engage with experts during the ESG Forum – PHOTOS: DAT THANH

Pham Huu Chuong, deputy editor-in-chief of the Saigon Times Group, delivers his opening remarks at the forum
Nguyen Tram Anh, national project manager of the Global Eco-Industrial Park Program (GEIPP) in Vietnam, under the United Nations Industrial Development Organization, shares insights from case studies
Panelists engage in a discussion on “Dual Transformation Toward Eco-Industrial Parks,” exploring policy incentives, ESG adoption, and the economic benefits of greener industrial zones at the ESG Forum 2025
Pham Thi Ngoc Thuy, director, Office of the Research and Development Board for the Private Economic Sector (Board IV – PSD Committee), delivers her presentation at the forum
Eventgoers check in at the registration desk of ESG Forum 2025, where digital tools were used to streamline logistics and reduce paper waste—part of the organizers’ efforts to align with ESG best practices

A participant receives an attendee kit at the check-in counter
The organizer, guests and experts shared a lighthearted moment on the sidelines of the event

A participant scans a QR code to begin the carbon footprint survey at the ESG Forum 2025, part of efforts to measure and offset emissions generated by the event
Nguyen Cong Minh Bao (2nd L), co-founder of Green Transition and co-chair of the ESG Task Force at the French Chamber of Commerce, and Markus Klemmer (R), chairman and CEO of Platnetzero.earth, present Carbon Certificates to representatives of The Saigon Times and its partners
David Jackson, principal and CEO at Avision Young Vietnam and Cambodia, delivers his presentation
Speakers, organizers, and partners pose for a group photo at the ESG Forum 2025
A view of Master Class 1: Blue-green infrastructure towards EIP
Markus Klemmer leads a session at Master Class 2: Efficiency and decarbonization towards EIP
Stefan Kaufmann speaks at the “Logistics for pathway EIP” workshop

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