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👤 Every December 10th is recognized as International Human Rights Day, first proclaimed by the United Nations in 1950. In 2024, the theme for International Human Rights Day is "Our Right, Our Future, Right Now." This theme underscores the role of individuals and communities in building a future where human rights are a powerful force in addressing global challenges. At the same time, it highlights the importance of human rights in our daily lives. 💡 Human rights are not abstract concepts but deeply embedded in our daily lives, influencing the choices we make, the freedoms we enjoy, and the dignity we uphold. They ensure access to clean water, education, and healthcare, protect our freedoms of expression and privacy, and uphold our dignity in workplaces and communities. Every time we cast a vote, voice our opinions, or enjoy safe public spaces, we exercise these rights. Recognizing this connection empowers us to appreciate their value and to advocate for a world where everyone can enjoy these fundamental freedoms.  🗣️ On this Human Rights Day, let’s recognize our power to make a difference. It’s not enough to simply acknowledge our rights; we must actively protect them and ensure others have the same freedoms. Whether it's speaking out against injustice, supporting ethical practices, or advocating for those whose rights are under threat, each action counts. Let’s take this opportunity to stand together, raise our voices, and work towards a world where everyone’s dignity is upheld and their rights respected. 💪 ________ LinkPower Email: hello.linkpower@gmail.com Website: https://linkpower.eco/ Facebook: https://lnkd.in/ggztR_YE #humanrights #society #future

“A developed country is not a place where the poor have cars. It's where the rich use public transportation." Gustavo Petro As a reminder for the wekeend… — In light of these challenges, Hue City’s commitment to the *Cycle Act* which marks a transformative shift in urban planning and investment strategy. By placing bicycles at the core of its development, Hue is setting a powerful example for sustainable city-building in Vietnam, opening lots of opportunities for different stakeholders to collaborate as a real magnet for sustainable finance to flow with concrete targets and visions. This initiative is not only a step toward reducing carbon emissions in alignment with the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), but it also promises far-reaching benefits for air quality, waste management, and water resources. Hue’s bold vision positions it as a true benchmark for urban development in Vietnam, demonstrating how sustainability can lead to healthier, more livable cities. Join us this 10th of December with our @green excursion in Hue as we celebrate this groundbreaking initiative and explore how cycling-centric planning can pave the way for a cleaner, greener future. Green Growth Sector Committee - EuroCham Vietnam EuroCham Vietnam Sustainable Finance Sector Committee (SFSC) EuroCham Vietnam ESGs & Climate Consulting Water:hub South-East Asia LinkPower

𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐕𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 (Vietnamese Below) 📅 International Volunteer Day is celebrated annually on December 5th by the United Nations to recognize and honor the valuable contributions of volunteers worldwide. This day also serves as an opportunity to encourage and promote a culture of volunteering within communities and societies. Voluntary work is undoubtedly challenging. However, volunteer activities not only play a crucial role in social development but also offer numerous personal benefits and values to volunteers. 💻 Thanks to the rapid growth of social media, volunteer projects are no longer confined to areas where people have limited access to essential services like healthcare and education. Instead, they can now create significant value and benefit those who are disadvantaged, contributing to a more equitable and civilized society. Social media has been instrumental in raising public awareness of societal issues and providing convenient volunteering opportunities for individuals and organizations. Moreover, online volunteering has become a popular trend due to its wide reach, enabling everyone to contribute to charitable causes. Let's join hands and share on International Volunteer Day to make a meaningful difference starting today! 🩵 ________ 📅 Ngày Tình Nguyện Viên quốc tế được Liên Hợp quốc công nhận vào ngày 5 tháng 12 hằng năm, nhằm tôn vinh những đóng góp và tác động tích cực của các tình nguyện viên trên toàn thế giới. Ngày tình nguyện quốc tế cũng là một cơ hội để khuyến khích và thúc đẩy tinh thần tình nguyện trong cộng đồng và xã hội. Công việc thiện nguyện vốn không phải điều dễ dàng. Tuy vậy, các hoạt động tình nguyện không chỉ đóng vai trò vô cùng quan trọng trong việc phát triển xã hội mà còn đem lại cho các tình nguyện viên nhiều giá trị và lợi ích cá nhân. 💻 Hiện nay, nhờ vào sự phát triển nhanh chóng và mạnh mẽ của mạng xã hội, các dự án thiện nguyện không chỉ được thực hiện xoay quanh những khu vực mà người dân khó tiếp cận với các dịch vụ thiết yếu của đời sống như y tế, giáo dục, mà còn có khả năng mang lại nhiều giá trị, giúp ích cho tất cả những người yếu thế trong xã hội và đảm bảo xã hội trở nên ngày càng trở nên công bằng, văn minh. Mạng xã hội góp phần quan trọng trong việc nâng cao nhận thức của người dân về những vấn đề tồn đọng trong xã hội, tạo ra những cơ hội tình nguyện dễ dàng cho các tình nguyện viên và tổ chức. Không chỉ vậy, thiện nguyện qua mạng xã hội đang dần trở thành một trào lưu nhờ vào mức độ phủ sóng cao, khiến mọi cá nhân đều có thể đóng góp vào công việc thiện nguyện. Hãy cùng lan toả và sẻ chia vào Ngày Tình Nguyện viên quốc tế để tạo nên những thay đổi ý nghĩa từ ngày hôm nay! 🩵 ________ LinkPower Email: hello.linkpower@gmail.com Website: https://linkpower.eco/ Facebook: https://lnkd.in/ggztR_YE

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🌟 Vietnam Global Brand Summit 2024: Driving Brand-Led Sustainability Forward! Last week, we had the honor of participating in the Vietnam Global Brand Summit 2024, where our Chairwoman and CVO, Betty Pallard, joined a distinguished panel alongside leaders from NearMe, Inc., Google, and Vietcetera Media. Together, they explored the transformative power of technology and innovation in scaling sustainability efforts and reshaping the role of brands in building a greener future. Betty shared groundbreaking insights on integrating climate technology into business strategies, stating: “Monitoring and reporting your company’s carbon footprint will become as routine as tracking your P&L, thanks to technological advancements.” 💡 Key Event Highlights: 30+ Thought Leaders driving the dialogue on sustainable transformation. 300+ Attendees, including professionals and changemakers passionate about purpose-driven growth. 500+ Playbook Downloads, equipping global audiences with actionable insights. 100+ Media Features, amplifying sustainability’s urgency on the global stage. Our head of Partnership Quan Tran Dinh could listen more some insights from the Department of Tourism of Ninh Binh Province while our Carbon Junior Sang Ta expert could carefully notice smart synergies on how Brands could start their green journey. 🌿 As attendees, our team gained invaluable knowledge and connections, reaffirming our commitment to sustainable innovation. Together with like-minded leaders, we are shaping a future where brands don’t just follow trends but lead transformative change for a sustainable tomorrow. A big thank you to the event organizers and all participants for making this summit a catalyst for collaboration and progress. Let’s continue to act with purpose and Do It Right, Do It Now. 💚 Together, we are stronger – and more sustainable. A special thank to Vietnam Brand Purpose and Tri Tran for her creativity and dedication. It was from far one of the best event about sustainbility we could witness this year, from the panels curating to the production and very high level of guest. Very impressive organization and production. See you next year! Giang Nguyen Thanh Quan Tran Dinh Sang Ta Elisa Le Yondre Nguyễn Khánh Ngọc Nhi Vu Victorine Nlomngan #Sustainability #Innovation #BrandLedSustainability #VietnamGlobalBrandSummit2024 #ClimateTech #ESGsAsia #ESGsClimateConsulting

🤔 Did you know that by 2050, we’ll need the resources of three Earths to sustain our current way of life? 👉 Discover why businesses and individuals must act now to embrace responsible consumption—and how you can be part of the solution for a sustainable future. 🌍 #SustainableLiving #GreenInnovation

The recent #COP29 brings new opportunities and challenges to the climate action landscape. A pressing question arises: What’s next for climate action? Here’s a brief summary of what transpired and was agreed upon at COP29 in Azerbaijan, with nearly 200 countries in attendance: 🌿 Bolder #ClimateFinance goals were set, with commitments to triple financial support to developing countries, reaching $300 billion annually by 2035. 🌿 Significant progress was achieved on global #CarbonMarkets under the Paris Agreement, with the final building blocks of Article 6 completed after 10 years of development. 🌿 Transparency in #ClimateReporting and the effectiveness of climate policies took center stage, aiming to make countries' NDCs and net-zero pathways more reliable and actionable. 🌿 While climate remained the core focus, other critical aspects were also addressed, including gender equality, youth empowerment, and civil society participation. These efforts underline the importance of partnerships and #coalitions for building a more sustainable and equitable world. Despite skepticism about the effectiveness and integrity of certain outcomes, it is essential to recognize the progress made. The COP29 has openned some meaningful dialogues, and it's now to work on them. Here are some key considerations and questions as we navigate the way forward: 💡 When operationalizing country-to-country trading and a carbon crediting mechanism, the absence of stringent rules risks enabling flawed emissions trading and undermining authentic decarbonization efforts. Experts from Carbon Market Watch highlight that countries seem to accept to deal with consequences rather than prevent them. 💡 The agreement to increase climate finance to $300 billion annually is a significant step, but many climate activists argue that it remains insufficient for the Global South to effectively implement climate adaptation and mitigation strategies, as well as to contribute to global decarbonization. 💡 The paradox of growth persists. Some voices, including The Guardian, have raised concerns about the participation of actors with vested interests in fossil fuels in critical climate discussions, calling for more robust governance to ensure impartiality. One clear takeaway is the urgency to accelerate our collective efforts. Moving away from a growth-centric mindset to prioritize sustainability, fostering inclusivity across stakeholders, and driving genuine innovation are key to making meaningful progress while avoiding superficial solutions. #COP #ClimateChange #ClimateAction #Sustainability #ESGsAsia #ESGsClimateConsulting

𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧| 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐇𝐮𝐞: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 Hue, the ancient capital of Vietnam, stands as a beacon of heritage, history, and innovation. Known for its rich cultural legacy, Hue is emerging as a hub for climate tech investment, setting ambitious goals to become Vietnam’s cleanest city and achieving NetZero by 2050.     Join us on December 10th for a unique Green Excursion in Hue, hosted by EuroCham Vietnam & its Green Growth Sector Committee as well as supported by Hue – innovation for development. This event will explore the critical role of water management and waste management in fostering sustainability.    The day will begin with a roundtable discussion at Ben Xuan Garden House Theatre on integrating water management by representative from Water Solutions South-East Asia and waste management, followed by lunch at Les Jardins De La Carambole Restaurant. In the afternoon, participants will visit key sites such as HUEWACO that showcase Hue’s leadership in green development.    Why should you join the event?   ✨ Connect with businesses and experts in water management and waste management   ✨ Site visits to explore green development practices in Hue  ✨ Expand your network beyond Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City    Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and contribute to Hue’s green future. Register now as places are limited!    📆 Date: December 10th, 2024   ⏰ Time: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM   📍 Location: Hue, Vietnam   🎫 Ticket fee (including Roundtable Breakfast, Business Lunch, site visits, and city bus transportation):   - GGSC Members: FREE OF CHARGE  - Non-members: 800,000 VND/pax   ---  👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/gMURPN7k   👉 For more information, please contact Betty Pallard (VC GGSC, Event) at betty@esgs.asia 👉 For any support, please contact: GreenGrowthSC@eurochamvn.org  #ggsc #watermanagement #greeneconomy #greengrowth #vietnam

🌳 Fully Integrated Climate Ecosystem: ESGs & Climate Consulting simplifies and unifies Green transformation - from reporting to offsetting in one Unique, Fully Digitalized Platform We are thrilled to announce a 10-year exclusive partnership between ESGs & Climate Consulting and Hoang Ha Forest Construction and Development JSC, Vietnam’s largest forest management company. This transformative collaboration establishes Southeast Asia’s only fully integrated in-house climate ecosystem, spanning 1.4 million hectares of forest and offering a seamless journey - from reporting and training to capacity building, strategy formulation, and sustainable solutions, including reduction and offsetting. The partnership was officially signed in a meaningful ceremony attended by Betty Pallard, Chairwoman and CVO of ESGs & Climate Consulting, alongside Hoang Ha’s Board of Directors: 🌟 Nguyễn Văn Dương, Chairman of the Board and General Director 🌟 Lê Hữu Thể, Vice Chairman of the Board 🌟 Hoàng Văn Quý, Board Member 🌟 Nguyễn Văn Định, Board Member 🌟 Nguyễn Thị Tiến (Huyền), Board Member Since 2009, Hoang Ha has pioneered impactful work across Vietnam’s National Parks, Nature Reserves, and afforestation communities. Together, we are committed to: 🌱 Swiss-engineered climate tech for precise Carbon and ESG reporting 🌱 GRI-certified ESG training programs to enhance capabilities 🌱 Satellite-powered forest management tools, aligned with REDD+, EUDR, VCS, and ISO 14064 standards This partnership begins with a pilot covering 157,000 hectares and will scale to over 1.4 million hectares, driving: 🌱 Development of innovative carbon credit mechanisms to maximize absorption and offsetting 🌱 Advancement of forest carbon management systems for impactful decarbonization 🌱 Support for afforestation communities through improved policies and livelihoods Our ecosystem simplifies and unifies green transformation, empowering businesses to achieve meaningful decarbonization and contribute to Vietnam’s climate goals. Turning ambition into action, we invite you to join us in reshaping the future of sustainable forestry and climate resilience. 🌏 #GreenTransformation #Sustainability #CarbonCredits #ForestryInnovation #ESGLeadership #ESGsAsia

I will be speaking at the @Vietnam Global Brand Summit 2024, themed “Brand-Led Sustainability!” 🌿 For the first time, sustainability will be explored with consumers at the center, recognizing them as a critical force driving Sustainability at Scale. Together with top CXOs and experts, I will share insights on how brands can leverage their influence to lead consumers, and the role of various enablers in shaping consumer behavior toward sustainability. Joining me will be Koichiro Takahara from @NearMe, Ashish Thukral from Mindshare Amit Morya from Google and moderator Hao Tran from Vietcetera Media as we delve into the role of innovation and technologies in scaling sustainability efforts and measuring impact for brands and businesses. _______ It's inspiring to see Vietnam boldly advancing to a stage where scaling impact and engaging a broader spectrum of stakeholders are becoming central to sustainability efforts. Meet me there, and let’s discuss a better future! ESGs & Climate Consulting Phuong (Phoebe) Nguyen Elisa Le Yondre Philipp Schwab Nhi Vu Quan Tran Dinh Nguyễn Khánh Ngọc Sang Ta Lincoln Long Vu @tran thi tri