Regional experts discuss green technology and energy efficiency

Ha Noi, 15 November 2011 - Experts and representatives from Cambodia, China, Japan, Korea, Lao, Philippines, Thailand and Viet Nam gathered in Ha Noi today to discuss ways to promote green technology and reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. 

In their presentations, representatives of Viet Nam’s Ministry of Industry & Trade, Ministry of Science & Technology and energy conservation consultancies indicated that Viet Nam has diverse energy resources but small reserves. Energy use is still largely inefficient and there is a significant potential for energy savings in both industry and households.