Amid the growing impacts of climate change on every aspect of life, the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) has gone beyond its traditional role as a knowledge provider to proactively become a hub for climate education dissemination – a place where knowledge, action, and social responsibility converge for a sustainable future.
Recognizing that education is the key to addressing the climate crisis, UEH has developed a comprehensive strategy to integrate topics on climate risks, impacts, mitigation, and adaptation into its ecosystem of training, research, and community engagement. Through this approach, UEH aims to nurture a generation of students and researchers who not only understand sustainable development but are also capable of acting, innovating, and leading transformative change in society.
To realize this vision, UEH has implemented a wide range of educational programs, community projects, academic seminars, and climate-focused communication campaigns, engaging tens of thousands of students, lecturers, and both domestic and international partners. These activities are designed with flexibility and practical relevance to Vietnam’s urban and ecological contexts, enabling learners to approach climate issues holistically—from scientific perspectives to real-world experiences and civic responsibility.
Some key activities implemented by UEH in recent years include:
| No. | Activity | Scale / Target Group | Main Content | Outcomes – Impacts |
| 1 | UEH Green Campus Game – Decoding the Civic Week | >9,000 students | As part of the 2024 Civic Week Program, UEH implemented the “UEH Green Campus Game”, a green education model applying gamification to enhance awareness and promote sustainable behaviors among students. The learning content was designed through five green knowledge rounds: Rethink, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, and I – A Green UEHer Citizen. The activity integrated the university’s Green Regulations, encouraging students to practice environmental protection and a sustainable lifestyle on campus. It effectively conveyed knowledge about waste segregation, emission reduction, sustainable consumption, and green mobility solutions.
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Raised awareness and spread green thinking across the student community. – The program attracted over 16,000 game interactions, with 610 students achieving perfect scores. |
| 2 | Campaign “Towards No Single-Use Plastic Future” | UEH students, lecturers, and staff | The campaign was implemented at the Võ Thị Sáu Living Lab – a pilot model applying green solutions to campus operations, aiming to create a learning and working environment free from plastic waste. The event emphasized UEH’s vision of pioneering a creative, modern, and green academic space co-created by lecturers, staff, and students.
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Promoted behavioral change toward a plastic-free campus and encouraged two core actions: proper waste segregation and reduction of single-use plastic consumption. |
| 3 | Campaign “UEH Green Community 2024” | Students and lecturers |
Green Action Week, Talkshows, and Workshops + Green Business (August 2024): Students explored green business and production models of Vietnamese enterprises and expanded collaborations with external partners, thereby enhancing awareness of the green economy. + Green Research (November 2024): Exhibition of student research and green science booths honoring projects linked to the Living Lab, promoting green research among students. 
Launching ceremony of UEH Student Scientific Research 2024 – Green practice activities on campus:
Deployment of student teams supporting waste segregation at source at main campuses A, B, and N to foster a culture of green living and build a pioneering community that leads behavioral change at UEH.
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Strengthened the UEH community and fostered a culture of sustainable living, while expanding influence to the wider society through corporate participation and green dissemination models. |
| 4 | Public Academic Communication Articles on Climate-Related Issues | Community and researchers | – Research podcast on flooding and housing choice behavior in Ho Chi Minh City. – Podcast on “Climate-Adapted Precision Agriculture Using Laser Technology.” – Podcast on “Sustainable Tourism Development in the Mekong Delta under Climate Change.” – Article “Green Technology – The New Generation’s Efforts to Care for the Environment.” |
Provided valuable research-based insights into real-life issues related to climate change and adaptation, enhancing public understanding and engagement with scientific knowledge. |
| 5 | UEH – World Bank Conference: “Promoting Green Growth and Climate Modelling in Vietnam” | Scholars and policymakers | UEH, in collaboration with the World Bank, organized the scientific conference “Green Growth & Climate Modelling in Vietnam” in both onsite and online formats. The event aimed to exchange research findings and practical solutions to promote green growth, sustainable economy, and climate adaptation in Vietnam. The two-day conference gathered more than 50 delegates from research institutions in Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, and Can Tho. Participants contributed multidisciplinary insights into governance, renewable energy, blue economy, and sustainable development planning, creating an in-depth and cross-sectoral dialogue platform.  |
Fostered academic exchange and policy dialogue on green growth and climate adaptation, strengthening collaboration between researchers and policymakers toward sustainable development in Vietnam. |
| 6 | International Conference ELG 2024: Dual Transformation – Digitalization and Climate Change | International guests | The Annual International Conference on Economics, Law, and Government 2024 (ELG 2024) was organized by the School of Economics, Law and Government – University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) under the theme “Approaching Dual Transformation: Digitalization and Climate Change in Developing Countries.” |
ELG 2024 attracted more than 120 papers submitted by authors from various countries, covering diverse topics such as climate change, environmental sustainability, law, and digital transformation. The discussions also focused on legal frameworks, economic policies, innovation in agriculture, and technological adaptation.
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| 7 | Conference on “Public Finance Policies for Climate Change Adaptation” | Policymakersand researchers | The School of Economics, Law, and Government (CELG) of the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH), in collaboration with the Academy of Finance, the Institute of Fiscal Strategy and Policy, and Nha Trang University, organized the 2024 National Conference on “Public Finance Policies for Climate Change Adaptation.” This conference served as an important forum for experts to share knowledge, experiences, and new initiatives, aiming to propose policy implications for public finance responses to climate change.
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The conference featured two plenary sessions and 57 research papers presented across 13 parallel sessions on globally significant topics. It created opportunities for researchers to broaden their professional knowledge, exchange insights, and contribute academic value to the discourse on public finance policies for climate adaptation. At the same time, it provided a platform for establishing connections among experts with shared research interests. |
| 8 | Policy Dialogue: “Carbon Market – Impact Forecasts and Policy Directions” | Government, Scholars, local authorities | UEH organized the Policy Dialogue on the Carbon Market: “Impact Forecasts and Policy Directions from Ho Chi Minh City” to create a policy discussion platform for stakeholders, including researchers, government agencies, businesses, and non-governmental organizations.
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The event contributed practical perspectives on the challenges, opportunities, and policy recommendations for developing Vietnam’s carbon market. |
| 9 | EU4 Sustainability Project – One-Year Implementation Review at UEH | UEH & EU Partners | As the first Jean Monnet Actions project funded by the European Union through the Erasmus+ Program at UEH, EU4 Sustainability has successfully advanced its mission to enhance community understanding of sustainable development, promote commitment and collaboration, and affirm UEH’s ongoing efforts toward sustainability.
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After one year of implementation, project members have developed and delivered seven courses for undergraduate and postgraduate students on the following topics:
· Sustainable development as a global trend. · Sustainable development goals in European programs. · Sustainable finance and investment in the European Union. · Studies on European sustainable societies. · Sustainable development in the EU’s external relations. · Sustainable development and general principles of EU Law. · The European Union Green Deal: Prospects and challenges.
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| 10 | International Scientific Conference RTD 2024 – Resilience by Technology and Design |
International and Mekong Region guests | UEH organized the International Scientific Conference RTD 2024 at its Vinh Long Campus under the theme “For a More Sustainable Mekong Delta”, continuing the overarching topic “Fostering Sustainability.” The conference was co-organized by UEH in collaboration with 12 prestigious universities and research institutes around the world, aiming to share solutions for promoting sustainable development in the Mekong Delta region.
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l The event gathered over 200 leading scientists and experts from 18 countries, including the United Kingdom, New Zealand, Italy, the Czech Republic, Australia, the United States, South Korea, India, Singapore, China, Macao (China), Taiwan (China), the Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand.
l Additionally, nearly 400 delegates participated, including provincial leaders, heads of departments and agencies, universities, associations, and organizations from Vinh Long Province and other Mekong Delta localities. l The conference featured diverse research topics and hosted multiple parallel sessions and presentations, contributing significantly to the goal of sustainable development in the Mekong Delta region.
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| 11 | Food Security and Sustainable Agriculture in the Context of Climate Change | Researchers, Students | The Institute for Agricultural and Health Policy Research (HAPRI) has published a series of studies that not only focus on pressing challenges such as climate change, resource management, and farmers’ livelihoods, but also propose locally grounded adaptation pathways. These studies have made significant contributions toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
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The research highlights the major challenges in resource management and rural livelihoods while proposing practical, interdisciplinary, and cross-national solutions. From water management initiatives in the Mekong Delta to agricultural extension reforms and FDI control measures, the recommendations all aim at one shared goal: ensuring sustainable livelihoods, protecting resources, and securing food security. Moreover, the Mekong Delta can serve as a model for not only Vietnam but also other nations, offering lessons on how to not only address current challenges but also shape a more sustainable and harmonious future—balancing economic growth and environmental protection. |
| 12 | GS4-Infra Project – Community Training in Cu Lao Dung | Local Community | The project team of “Integrating Gender into Irrigation and Disaster Prevention Infrastructure in the Context of Climate Change in Cu Lao Dung District, Soc Trang Province” (GS4-Infra) collaborated with the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development of Cu Lao Dung District to organize a training session themed “Strengthening Community Capacity through Gender Integration in Irrigation and Disaster Prevention Infrastructure.”
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The training session received active participation from representatives of local authorities, social organizations, and residents. Through the session, participants gained a deeper understanding of the importance of irrigation infrastructure for community livelihoods, as well as the current challenges and feasible solutions. Interactive exercises helped participants enhance teamwork and problem-solving skills while contributing constructive ideas to improve local infrastructure development plans. |
| 13 | UEH Institute of Sustainable Finance – Highlights of 2024 | Students, Scholars, and Businesses | The UEH Institute of Sustainable Finance (SFI) has achieved remarkable milestones across several key areas:
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Through continuous innovation and strong commitment, SFI has been evolving as a knowledge hub and strategic bridge connecting domestic and international partners to promote sustainable solutions. Its efforts have contributed directly to advancing Vietnam’s and the region’s sustainable socio-economic development goals. |
| 14 | ISCM – Partnering Toward Carbon Neutrality | Local & International Stakeholders | The Institute of Smart City and Management (ISCM) – University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) – has implemented various training, research, and collaboration activities with local authorities and domestic and international partners in policy planning, smart and sustainable city design, and urban development, while actively disseminating knowledge to the community.
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These efforts have strengthened multi-stakeholder cooperation among UEH, local governments, international organizations, and academia in promoting sustainable urban development and carbon neutrality. |
| 15 | Southeast Asian Environmental Economics Institute – “Sowing Green Seeds with UEH” | Institute–University Collaboration | Originating from the Southeast Asian Environmental Economics Program (EEPSEA), the Southeast Asian Environmental Economics Institute (EEPSEA Institute) – under the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) – focuses on key research areas such as clean energy, circular economy, and climate change, while integrating gender equality into its initiatives.
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– Becoming a leading regional research center in environmental economics, clean energy, circular economy, and climate change.
– Contributing to national policies, including the Circular Economy Action Plan and drafts of the Environmental Protection Law. – Advising enterprises on sustainable development strategies, promoting green production and recycling. – Organizing courses, workshops, and academic exchange programs to enhance green capacity for UEH lecturers and students. – Collaborating with local communities, especially in the Mekong Delta, to help farmers increase productivity, reduce pollution, and adapt to climate change. – Expanding international cooperation networks with organizations such as ADB, World Bank, Sida, SUMERNET, and AAERE, and coordinating the BlueRforD international project on marine resources. |
| 16 | Training Future Mekong Human Resources – Sustainable Action | Students, Young Leaders | The topic “Training Future Mekong Human Resources: Empowering Sustainable Action” was discussed in the program “Today’s Stories” broadcast by Vinh Long Radio and Television Station, featuring two guest speakers: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Quang Hung, Vice President of the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH), and Mr. Tran Anh Tuan, Vice President of the Ho Chi Minh City Vocational Education Association and an expert in labor market forecasting. | The program offered multidimensional perspectives and policy recommendations for developing climate-adaptive human resources in the Mekong Delta region. |
| 17 | “Green Inspiration” Collaboration Program with Vietnam – Germany University (VGU) | Inter-university Collaboration | The event, organized under the UEH Green Campus Project, aimed to share, disseminate, and transfer UEH’s experiences, achievements, and outcomes in building a green university to other institutions and businesses.
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UEH conducted a knowledge-sharing session on the Green Campus model with Vietnam – Germany University (VGU), transferring practical experiences and establishing a foundation for replicating the Green Campus model at other universities across Vietnam. |
Compared to the previous year, the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) has made a remarkable leap in 2024 by shifting its focus from “awareness education” to “action-oriented education.” Beyond academic seminars, UEH has diversified its approaches through more engaging and relatable initiatives such as the UEH Green Campus Game, climate-focused podcast series, the “No Single-Use Plastic” campaign, and community projects in Cu Lao Dung, thereby spreading the spirit of learning through environmental action and sustainable development.
These practical climate education activities have ignited a strong sense of green living and environmental responsibility among UEHers. From classrooms to communities, UEH’s programs and projects have increasingly inspired sustainable lifestyles and collective action for the planet. Each initiative goes beyond knowledge dissemination to promote real, tangible actions that protect our environment. The power of collective will is transforming awareness into change and ideas into green solutions — all harmonizing in UEH’s journey toward a carbon-neutral and sustainable future.
Open related links:
1. December 4, 2024 – Training Workshop on Measurement and Implementation of Circular Economy in Southeast Asia – https://future.ueh.edu.vn/en/uncategorized-vi/13-3-1-cac-chuong-trinh-giao-duc-dia-phuong-ve-khi-hau/
2. October 21, 2024 – More than 9,000 UEHers participated in decoding the UEH Green Campus Game for the 2024 Civic Activity season – https://ueh.edu.vn/cuoc-song-ueh/tin-tuc/hon-9000-ueher-tham-gia-giai-ma-ueh-green-campus-game-mua-sinh-hoat-cong-dan-2024-72658
3. October 24, 2024 – Launching of the “TOWARDS NO SINGLE-USE PLASTIC FUTURE” Campaign at UEH Vo Thi Sau Campus – https://ueh.edu.vn/cuoc-song-ueh/tin-tuc/su-kien-ra-mat-chien-dich-towards-no-single-use-plastic-future-tai-ueh-co-so-vo-thi-sau-72675
4. May 24, 2024 – Ready for UEH Green Community 2024 – https://gogreen.ueh.edu.vn/en/breaking-news/ready-for-ueh-green-community-2024
5. July 24, 2024 – [Podcast] Are Flood Impacts Underestimated? Evidence from Housing Choice Behavior in Ho Chi Minh City – https://ueh.edu.vn/khoa-hoc/podcast-tac-dong-cua-lu-lut-lieu-rang-dang-bi-danh-gia-thap-bang-chung-tu-hanh-vi-lua-chon-nha-o-tai-tp-hcm-72154
6. November 14, 2024 – [Podcast] Application of Laser-controlled Field Leveling Technology in Rice Production: Precision Agriculture Solution Adapting to Climate Change – https://ueh.edu.vn/khoa-hoc/podcast-ung-dung-cong-nghe-san-phang-mat-ruong-dieu-khien-bang-tia-laser-trong-san-xuat-lua-giai-phap-nong-nghiep-chinh-xac-thich-ung-bien-doi-khi-hau-72955
7. December 19, 2024 – [Podcast] Sustainable tourism development in the Mekong Delta: Climate change adaptation, practical solutions – –https://ueh.edu.vn/khoa-hoc/podcast-phat-trien-du-lich-ben-vung-o-dong-bang-song-cuu-long-thich-ung-voi-bien-doi-khi-hau-giai-phap-thuc-tien-73197
8. September 16, 2024 – Green Technology: The Love of the New Generation to the Environment – https://gogreen.ueh.edu.vn/en/breaking-news/green-technology-the-love-of-the-new-generation-to-the-environment
9. May 14, 2024 – Workshops on “Green Growth & Climate Modelling” jointly organized by UEH and the World Bank, May 2024 – https://www.ueh.edu.vn/en/news/workshops-on-green-growth-climate-modelling-jointly-organized-by-ueh-and-the-world-bank-may-2024-71816
10. August 02, 2024 – Annual international conference on Economy, Law, and Government 2024 (ELG2024): “Approaches to the twin transition – Digitalization and climate change in developing countries” – https://ueh.edu.vn/en/news/annual-international-conference-on-economy-law-and-government-2024-elg2024-%E2%80%9Capproaches-to-the-twin-transition-%E2%80%93-digitalization-and-climate-change-in-developing-countries%E2%80%9D-72200
11. November 11, 2024 – National Conference 2024: “Public Finance Policy for Climate Change Adaptation” – https://ueh.edu.vn/en/news/national-conference-2024-public-finance-policy-for-climate-change-adaptation-72940
12. February 29, 2024 – Carbon Market Policy Discussion: Impact Forecast and Policy Orientation from Ho Chi Minh City – https://ueh.edu.vn/khoa-hoc/toa-dam-chinh-sach-thi-truong-carbon-du-bao-tac-dong-va-dinh-huong-chinh-sach-tu-tp-hcm-71457
13. October 02, 2024 – EU4Sustainability Project: Summary of One Year of Implementing – https://ueh.edu.vn/en/news/eu4sustainability-project-summary-of-one-year-of-implementing-72577
14. July 22, 2024 – The 2nd International Conference Resilience by Technology and Design 2024 “For a More Sustainable Mekong Delta” at UEH Vinh Long Campus – https://www.ueh.edu.vn/en/news/the-2nd-international-conference-resilience-by-technology-and-design-2024-for-a-more-sustainable-mekong-delta-at-ueh-vinh-long-campus-72124
15. January 15, 2024 – Food security and sustainable agriculture: From policy to practice in the context of climate change – https://ueh.edu.vn/en/news/food-security-and-sustainable-agriculture-from-policy-to-practice-in-the-context-of-climate-change-73296
16. December 04, 2024 – GS4 Infra Research Project: Community capacity building training session in Cu Lao Dung district on December 2, 2024 – https://ueh.edu.vn/en/news/gs4-infra-research-project-community-capacity-building-training-session-in-cu-lao-dung-district-on-december-2-2024-73134
17. January 12, 2025 UEH Sustainable Finance Institute: Imprints in 2024 and the Journey to Accompany the SDGs https://www.ueh.edu.vn/en/news/ueh-sustainable-finance-institute-imprints-in-2024-and-the-journey-to-accompany-the-sdgs-73298
18. January 16, 2025 – Towards carbon neutral and sustainable development: UEH – ISCM actively connecting with local authorities, domestic and international partners – https://www.ueh.edu.vn/en/news/towards-carbon-neutral-and-sustainable-development-ueh-iscm-actively-connecting-with-local-authorities-domestic-and-international-partners-73331
19. December 29, 2024 – Training the Mekong’s Future Workforce: Empowering Sustainable Action – https://ueh.edu.vn/bao-chi/dao-tao-nhan-luc-mekong-tuong-lai-trao-quyen-hanh-dong-ben-vung-73234
20. November 25, 2024 – [UEH GREEN CAMPUS’s GREEN PARTNER] Spreading the Green University Model to Vietnam-Germany University – VGU Green Inspiration – https://ueh.edu.vn/en/news/ueh-green-campus-s-green-partner-spreading-the-green-university-model-to-vietnam-germany-university-vgu-green-inspiration-73062
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