December 8, 2023: IDH’s worker safety program for the apparel sector, Life and Building Safety (LABS) Initiative, has achieved a significant milestone by improving the safety of 1 million workers in India, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Indonesia. This Initiative was introduced four years ago and has played a crucial role in enhancing workplace safety and promoting responsible industry practices in key apparel-producing countries.
• Improved financing structures and implementation could help drive down the cost of the transition to net-zero in developing economies by nearly 40% • Governments, investors, and financial institutions should work together to develop mechanisms and instruments that can reduce risks and unlock private finance at attractive costs • Policy and regulatory initiatives are needed to help strengthen existing international investment structures
Recently, INSEE Vietnam was honored to be one of 40 businesses to receive the "Corporate Social Responsibility" award towards building the sustainable community (CSR Award). This is an annual award organized by Saigon Times Magazine to honor companies that have made many practical contributions to society through meaningful CSR programs, contribute to bringing a better future to the society.
On November 18, 2023, the Standing Committee of Long An Provincial Youth Union coordinated with Dow Chemical Vietnam LLC (Dow Vietnam), Maersk Vietnam and Lys Energy Vietnam Company Limited to implement the program "Forest’s Livelihood" in Lam Vien Thanh Nien area, Long An Province.
On November 17th 2023, the final round of the INSEE Prize 2023 concluded successfully in Ho Chi Minh City, featuring the Board of Jury, the top 05 projects selected after two rounds of rigorous evaluation, and esteemed guests. This year's contestants showcased numerous impressive sustainable construction ideas, emphasizing meaningful community projects.
On 16/11/2023, the Vietnam Circular Economy Forum 2023 with the theme: "Developing a National Action Plan to implement the circular economy in Vietnam" was hosted by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment in collaboration with TSCN (Thai Supply Chain Network) and other partners at Marriot Hanoi Hotel in hybrid.
With commitments to supporting the growth of young talents, making contributions to the country's development, Saigon Beer-Alcohol-Beverage Corporation (SABECO) has joined Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union (HCYU) in empowering hundreds of young entrepreneurs in rural areas.
Tien Giang, November 11th, 2023 - HEINEKEN Vietnam, in partnership with WWF-Vietnam and the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development continues to roll out the joint effort for water conservation in the watershed of the Red, Dong Nai and Tien River.
AES Vietnam held its Values Day 2023 celebration on November 9, 2023, at the Mong Duong Secondary School in Cam Pha City, Quang Ninh Province. The event saw the attendance of more than 300 people, including local authorities, teachers and students from Mong Duong secondary school, and leaders as well as staff of AES Vietnam.
In the context where businesses are urgently working on greenhouse gas emissions audits as per Decree No. 06/2022/ND-CP and Decision No. 01/QD-TTg of the Government, the cement and concrete manufacturing industry needs to be more proactive in preparing for the challenges and opportunities. As a pioneer in green production, INSEE Cement is committed to creating a business community where companies can exchange, share useful information and practical experiences on emission management within the cement and concrete industry through the INSEE i2i Coffee Talk Series.
