Vietnamese industrial parks embrace sustainability, and additional stories

For PropertyGuru’s news roundup, Vietnam wants to transform their industrial parks into sustainable and eco-friendly zones. In other news, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. proposed that the Loss and Damage Fund Board be based in the Philippines. Lastly, a look back at 2024: ArchDaily’s best articles highlight inspiring architectural discourse.

Vietnamese industrial parks to go green, adopt sustainable models: Forum

Vietnam is setting its sights on transforming industrial parks into sustainable and eco-friendly zones. At a recent forum covered by VietnamPlus, experts and policymakers highlighted strategies for reducing environmental impact, including adopting green technologies and circular economic practices. These initiatives aim to minimise resource consumption and waste while enhancing the competitiveness of Vietnam’s industrial sector. The government and private stakeholders are collaborating to make this vision a reality, with an emphasis on renewable energy and efficient water use.

Marcos wants Loss and Damage Fund Board to hold its base in PH

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has proposed that the Loss and Damage Fund Board, established to address climate change impacts, be based in the Philippines. Speaking at an international climate summit, he argued that the Philippines is well-positioned to serve as the fund’s headquarters due to its vulnerability to climate change and its active role in global environmental advocacy. PNA reports that the fund aims to assist developing nations in coping with the adverse effects of climate change.

LOOK BACK 2024: ArchDaily’s best articles on architecture

The year 2024 has ushered in a wave of inspiring architectural discourse, as highlighted by ArchDaily’s best articles. Topics range from emerging architects redefining design paradigms to explorations of forgotten spaces and collaborative efforts to share knowledge across borders. These pieces celebrate innovation, sustainability, and the rediscovery of architecture’s potential to create meaningful spaces in the modern era. The featured articles offer readers a glimpse into the future of architectural thought and practice.

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