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Green transformations in Vietnam's energy sector
Frauke Urban1, Giuseppina Siciliano1, Linda Wallbott2
1Centre for Development, Environment and Policy CeDEP, SOAS University of London 36 Gordon Square London WC1H 0PD UK.
Asia & the Pacific Policy Studies
|April 30, 2019
Summary
Vietnam
Area of Science:
- Environmental science and policy
- Energy economics
- Sustainable development studies
Background:
- Vietnam faces economic growth alongside environmental challenges.
- Green transformations are crucial for sustainable development.
- Energy sector plays a key role in Vietnam's green transition.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze opportunities, barriers, and trade-offs in Vietnam's energy sector green transformation.
- To examine these factors from an energy justice perspective.
- To inform policy for a just and sustainable energy future.
Main Methods:
- In-depth expert interviews with diverse stakeholders in Vietnam.
- Analysis of energy sector policies and national development priorities.
- Energy justice framework applied to assess impacts.
Main Results:
- Vietnam promotes renewable energy and energy efficiency, aligning with national goals.
- Coordinated policies are needed across green growth, sustainable development, and climate change.
- Awareness of trade-offs like land acquisition exists, but impacts require mitigation.
Conclusions:
- Vietnam's green transformation requires integrated policies and better understanding of social impacts.
- Energy justice considerations are vital for equitable transitions.
- Addressing trade-offs is essential for successful and just green transformations.
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