Where can businesses find guidance documents and forms (Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, CT Group, GIZ...)?

Enterprises seeking documents and guidelines related to climate change, GHG inventories, and carbon market mechanisms in Vietnam can access resources from three primary categories of sources:

Government agencies (Official legal and policy resources)

Official government portals are the primary channel for accessing legal documents, decrees, circulars, and official guidance.

The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment

Ministry's official website84, and particularly the portal of the Department of Climate Change (DCC)85, is the most critical source. Key legal documents such as Decree No. 06/2022/ND-CP, Decree No. 119/2025/ND-CP, and Decision No. 2626/QD-BTNMT (on emission factors) are published in full.

Line Ministries

Ministries overseeing specific sectors, such as the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MOIT)86 for energy and industry, also issue technical guidelines relevant to their fields.

The Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI)

As a key representative of the business community, VCCI87 provides updates and summaries of legal developments. Its affiliated Vietnam Business Council for Sustainable Development (VBCSD)88 is particularly active, regularly organizing workshops, publishing reports, and providing guidance to support businesses in the green transition.

International and Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)

Several international organizations provide invaluable technical support, training materials, and practical case studies in Vietnam.

Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ)

GIZ is highly active in Vietnam's climate action landscape. It develops and publishes technical handbooks, training materials, and case studies on topics such as GHG inventories, energy efficiency, and carbon market readiness.89

United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

The UNDP plays a significant role in supporting policy development and implementing pilot projects in Vietnam. Their reports often contain practical lessons learned and policy recommendations that are highly relevant for businesses.90

Other key organizations

Institutions like the World Bank91, the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF)92, and SNV (Netherlands Development Organisation)93 are also high-value reference sources, offering reports, tools, and project case studies on sustainable development and climate mitigation.

The private sector and business associations:

The private sector offers market-oriented insights and specialized technical solutions.

Major consulting firms:

Global firms such as PwC, EY, Deloitte, and KPMG regularly publish market reports, surveys, and analyses on ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) and carbon market trends. These resources provide businesses with up-to-date, strategic insights.

Specialized technical and advisory companies

A growing number of local and international firms provide specialized services, from conducting GHG inventories and developing carbon credit projects to offering tailored technical guidance for environmental compliance and sustainability initiatives.

References

84. Ministry of Agriculture and Environment. (n.d.). Homepage. Ministry of Agriculture and Environment. https://en.mae.gov.vn/
85. Department of Climate Change. (n.d.). Homepage. Department of Climate Change. http://www.dcc.gov.vn/
86. Ministry of Industry and Trade. (n.d.). Homepage. Ministry of Industry and Trade. https://moit.gov.vn/en
87. Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry. (n.d.). Homepage. Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry. https://en.vcci.com.vn/
88. Vietnam Business Council for Sustainable Development (VBCSD). (n.d.). Homepage. Vietnam Business Council for Sustainable Development (VBCSD). https://vbcsd.vn/en/
89. Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ). (n.d.). Homepage. Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ). https://www.giz.de/de
90. United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). (n.d.). Homepage. United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). https://www.undp.org/vietnam
91. World Bank. (n.d.). Homepage. World Bank. https://www.worldbank.org/vi/country/vietnam
92. World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF). (n.d.). Homepage. World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF). https://www.worldwildlife.org/
93. SNV (Netherlands Development Organisation). (n.d.). Homepage. SNV. https://www.snv.org/