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Community Outreach Program on Energy Efficiency - UEH for a Green Future

Community Outreach Program on Energy Efficiency - UEH for a Green Future

10 Aug 2023

In the context of climate change and resource scarcity, efficient energy use has become a crucial responsibility for both individuals and organizations. The University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) aims to raise community awareness about this issue and promote energy-saving solutions in daily life. Through specific initiatives and actions, UEH hopes to inspire everyone to work together for a green, sustainable, and thriving  environment for generations.

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[Green Vibe Only] The Net Zero 2050 Journey: Understanding it right and taking action with UEH Green Campus

[Green Vibe Only] The Net Zero 2050 Journey: Understanding it right and taking action with UEH Green Campus

26 Jun 2026

At the COP26 Summit, Vietnam established a historical milestone by committing to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. For a rapidly developing economy, this commitment is driving an inevitable transition, reshaping the economic structure, energy models, and standards within the supply chain.

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[Research Contribution] Off-farm employment and farmer’s household welfare in Vietnam: Role of clean energy consumption

[Research Contribution] Off-farm employment and farmer’s household welfare in Vietnam: Role of clean energy consumption

21 Jun 2026

In many rural areas of Vietnam, farming remains the main source of livelihood for millions of households. But as the weather becomes increasingly erratic, agricultural prices fluctuate, and seasonal risks are ever-present, relying solely on farming is sometimes no longer a safe enough choice to ensure a livelihood. Therefore, more and more farmers are seeking additional non-agricultural jobs, from working as laborers, construction workers, small traders to service workers, to increase their income and reduce the economic pressure on their families. But do those "off-farm" jobs really help improve the lives of rural households, not just in terms of income but also in their meals and daily quality of life?

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UEH Student Volunteering Campaign 2025: Simultaneous Launch of Community Projects in Response to the Peak Day of Action “Volunteering Together for New Rural Development”.

UEH Student Volunteering Campaign 2025: Simultaneous Launch of Community Projects in Response to the Peak Day of Action “Volunteering Together for New Rural Development”.

16 Jul 2025

Under the leadership of the UEH Youth Union – UEH Student Association, the 2025 UEH Student Volunteering Campaign – Phase 1: Green Summer continues to affirm the pioneering spirit and dedication of UEH youth. In response to the Peak Day of Action “Volunteering Together for New Rural Development,” the Vinh Long campaign front simultaneously launched 13 key community projects, delivering significant value to the local area with a total budget of 827 million VND.

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[Research Contribution] Assessing the potential of wind energy exploitation in Vietnam

[Research Contribution] Assessing the potential of wind energy exploitation in Vietnam

20 Feb 2025

Analyzing the factors affecting wind energy exploitation can optimize energy planning and contribute to sustainable development in the context of global energy transition. Confronted with the challenges of climate change and the need to reduce emissions, accurately assessing wind energy potential has become an important task to ensure energy security and reduce dependence on fossil fuels. With this goal, the research team from UEH Mekong, University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City conducted a study on “Assessing the potential of wind energy exploitation in Vietnam using the Kernel Density Estimation (KDE) model”.

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[Podcast] Green Finance and Sustainable Development in the Southeast – Part 1: Experiences from some Countries

[Podcast] Green Finance and Sustainable Development in the Southeast – Part 1: Experiences from some Countries

29 Aug 2023

The Southeast of Viet Nam is an important economic driving force of the country; on the other hand, the negative externalities from production and consumption activities of the region are seriously affecting the environment. Facing this problem, the authors of University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) has conducted a study on green finance in accordance with the theoretical foundation through analyzing the current situation and lessons learned from some countries, from which, proposing relevant recommendations to promote the application of green finance policies effectively and synchronously in the Southeast region towards one sustainable development and adaptation to regional climate change.

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