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UN Climate Week 3 (CW3) is wrapping up & we are highlighting progress countries in the region are making on #ClimateAction. Today’s spotlight: Viet Nam. Despite lacking ambition in climate targets, momentum is building for deeper #RenewableEnergy integration & a coal phase-out.

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24 Apr

Unfortunately, many transition initiatives lack a clear implementation strategy. They are undermined by the persistence of coal in electricity generation well beyond 2030. Moreover, the government’s strategy builds on expanding #fossilgas, particularly LNG imports.

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Amid the ongoing energy crisis, Viet Nam, as a net importer of fossil fuels, has felt the strain of rising fuel prices and supply disruptions and leaning towards more coal. These challenges highlight the need for a comprehensive strategy to reduce fossil fuel dependency & transition to renewables.

24/4/26, 3:37 pm1 repost2 likes

Climate Action Tracker

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24 Apr

To align itself with a 1.5°C trajectory, Viet Nam could: 🔹Reduce dependence on fossil fuels in near term. 🔹Avoid relying on fossil gas as a “transition fuel”. 🔹More emphasis on industrial decarbonisation. Full country analysis here: climateactiontracker.org/countries/vi...