Vietnam has made commitments to environmental protection and climate action toward Net Zero goals at major global forums such as COP26 and P4G.

Thousands of storks have gathered in Ha Tinh, creating a rare natural spectacle and raising awareness about wildlife protection.

An awards ceremony and closing event for a contest on plastic waste reduction was held in the central city of Hue on April 22.

Authorities in Ha Tinh have released initial environmental monitoring results following an unusual die-off affecting several hectares of mangrove forest along the province’s coastline.

Unlike ecosystems where species inventories are largely complete, Phong Nha–Ke Bang National Park remains scientifically “open,” with each survey revealing new findings.

Tram Chim National Park in the Mekong Delta province of Dong Thap is stepping up efforts to restore a sustainable wetland ecosystem, one of the last remaining areas representing the typical wetland landscape of the historic Dong Thap Muoi region.

A flock of spot-billed pelicans (Pelecanus philippensis), a rare and endangered bird species, has reappeared in the Tram Chim National Park, the Mekong Delta of Dong Thap, after a six-year absence, local authorities said on April 8.

A centuries-old temple and six ancient ironwood trees in Ninh Binh are preserved by villagers as sacred treasures passed down through generations.

Ho Chi Minh City is moving to clean its air with stricter emission controls, including low-emission zones and a full roadmap to regulate all vehicles.

The Department of Climate Change (DCC) under the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment on April 2 held a kick-off meeting for the project “Sustainable Management of Substances Controlled by the Montreal Protocol” (SMS-MP).

Vietnam’s forest coverage rate remained stable at 42.03% in 2025, with total forest area estimated at 14,971,553 ha, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment (MAE).

Ministry of Public Security has uncovered widespread violations involving the manipulation of data from automatic environmental monitoring stations across the country, as part of a sweeping investigation now expanding nationwide.

The Investigation Police Agency of Hanoi has initiated criminal proceedings against Hoang Van Thuc, former Director General of the Environment Department under the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment.

Vietnam saved an estimated 463,000 kWh of electricity during Earth Hour 2026, as households and businesses nationwide switched off lights from 8:30 to 9:30 pm on March 28, according to the National System and Market Operation Company (NSMO).

Once known as a prominent bird trader in his region, Nguyen Cong Xuan has chosen a different path - one that brings life back to nature while creating a sustainable livelihood for his family.

More than 2,000 people joined a run in Hanoi on March 21 to promote energy efficiency and respond to Earth Hour 2026, as part of Vietnam’s national programme on economical and efficient energy use for 2019–2030.

The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, in collaboration with UNICEF Vietnam, on March 21 launched a major environmental campaign to mark World Water Day 2026, World Meteorological Day 2026, and Earth Hour 2026.

About 25 million people in Vietnam are directly and indirectly benefiting from forests, underscoring their vital role not only as ecological assets but also as drivers of economic growth, social welfare, and sustainable development.

A viral video shows rare spotted deer engaging in playful behavior, offering a glimpse into life inside Vietnam’s leading national park.