Vietnam's coastal region in the West part of Tonkin Gulf, adjacent to China and other Asian countries, suffers from transboundary environmental pollution and joint efforts are being urged to tackle this problem. … [Read more...] about Pollution threatens Gulf of Tonkin
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Ministry homes in on polluting firms
The Environment Department under the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment will focus on handling firms that are responsible for pollution this year in an effort to better protect the environment, according to deputy director Nguyen The Dong. Inspections will cover … [Read more...] about Ministry homes in on polluting firms
Hanoi fumbles about solutions to combat air pollution
VietNamNet Bridge - Hanoi is still struggling to find solutions to curb the development of cars and motorcycles, which is believed to be the major reason behind serious air pollution in the city.GreenID’s director Nguy Thi Khanh warned that the air quality is worsening, … [Read more...] about Hanoi fumbles about solutions to combat air pollution
Treating pollution in craft villages high on Hanoi’s list of priorities
VietNamNet Bridge - At least 100 percent of monitored craft villages have at least three indicators exceeding the permitted levels, while 35 percent of households are not treating treat waste water before discharging it into the environment.The latest survey by Hanoi’s … [Read more...] about Treating pollution in craft villages high on Hanoi’s list of priorities
Areca nut processing plant causes air pollution in Thua Thien-Hue
An areca nut processing plant in Nam Dong District’s Huong Hoa Commnue has been causing pollution for months but the local authority has not imposed any effective sanctions. In spite of being asked to shut down, the areca nut processing plant is still operational. – … [Read more...] about Areca nut processing plant causes air pollution in Thua Thien-Hue