Officials Present Dire Environmental Indicators at Hanoi Summit on Air Pollution
Shocking information on the state of Vietnam's environment was presented at a seminar in Hanoi earlier this week.
Vietnamese Beekeepers Fight Climate Change With New Initiatives
Beekeepers and researchers in northern Vietnam are looking for ways to combat declines in vital bee populations.
Cambodia to Relocate 5 Floating Villages Along Tonle Sap River to Curb Pollution
Cambodian officials are preparing to relocate five floating villages in Kampong Chhnang province to help reduce water pollution.
[Photos] Educational Campaign Paints Saigon Walls With Rhino Graffiti
Over the last month, walls along a number of District 1 streets have been covered in graffiti as part of an awareness-raising campaign.
New Frog Species Confirmed in Northern Vietnam
Scientists have confirmed the discovery of a new species of frog in the mountains of northern Vietnam.
Hanoi, Saigon to Ramp Up Environmental Quality Monitoring
In an effort to tackle the country’s severe air pollution, municipal authorities in Hanoi and Saigon are upgrading their monitoring game.
Vietnam to Punish 11 Environmental Officials Over Formosa Scandal
On Wednesday, the Vietnamese government released a list of 11 state and industry officials responsible for the Formosa environmental scandal which occurred in central Vietnam last year....
Proposed Hoi An Resort Sparks Environmental Concerns
A decision by Hoi An authorities to once again greenlight a tabled multi-million dollar resort project has sparked concern among local residents.
Vietnamese Scientist Discovers New Shiitake Species in Central Highlands
A group of Vietnamese scientists have discovered a new species of shiitake mushroom in the forests of the Central Highlands.
Southeast Asia's Air Pollution Deaths Could Triple by 2030
A new Harvard-backed report is predicting the future of Southeast Asia’s air quality, and it does not look good.
Father of Vietnamese Environmentalism Passes Away at 87
Vo Quy, considered the father of environmental conservation in Vietnam, has died at age 87.
Environmental Problems Likely to Hamper Vietnam's Future Economic Growth
According to a new report by Vietnam's National Center for Socio-Economic Information and Forecast (NCIF), the country's economic growth is being hindered by a host of environmental hiccups, including...
163 New Species Discovered in Southeast Asia: WWF Report
Good news for Southeast Asia's wildlife enthusiasts: scientists just announced that, in 2015, they discovered 163 new species in the Greater Mekong region.
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Coffee Production in Vietnam Faces Dark Future Under Climate Change
Rising temperatures and shifting rainfall patterns may cost Vietnam 50% of its current Robusta coffee production areas by 2050. Experts agree the situation looks dire, but there is hope that the count...
Prince William Visits Vietnam to Promote Wildlife Conservation, Drinks Coffee
Prince William is wrapping up the final day of a Hanoi visit to promote wildlife conservation efforts at the third International Wildlife Trade Conference, hosted by Vietnam’s Ministry of Agriculture ...
International Court Exposes Vietnamese Animal Trafficking Village
A Netherlands-based environmental commission will hold a public hearing later today to present the results of a long investigation into the state of Vietnam’s animal trafficking problems.
Prince William to Visit Hanoi Next Month for Animal Trafficking Conference
Fans of royalty, rejoice: Prince William will visit Hanoi next month to attend the third International Wildlife Trade Conference.
Faced With Possible Sanctions, Vietnam Re-Assesses Rhino Horn Problem
Faced with the prospect of international sanctions as early as next year, Vietnam is reckoning with its rhino horn trafficking problem.
In Vietnam, Human Migration Intensifies Effects of Climate Change
As Vietnam continues to grow, human migration patterns are exacerbating the effects of climate change in the country.
Da Nang Locals Call for Inspection of Industrial Park Accused of Pollution
Locals in Da Nang's Lien Chieu District are calling upon authorities to investigate a nearby industrial park whom they have accused of polluting local rivers and damaging public health.
