U.S. Experts Share Sustainable Development Practices in Vietnam Cities

U.S. experts shared sustainable development practices in Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, and Da Lat from June 26 to July 7, emphasizing the importance of government roles and innovative initiatives, local media reported.

The activity was part of a project aimed at sharing advanced resource management policies and environmental protection strategies. It was a continued activity for young officials after joining the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI), backed by the U.S. government.

Mr. Scott Carroll, general manager of the U.S. Costa Mesa Sanitary District, shared experience in sustainable development, highlighting the curbside organic waste recycling program that converts waste into Renewable Natural Gas through anaerobic digestion technology. This initiative is one of the most advanced initiatives in the world, supporting the circular economy.

During a session with the Institute of Strategy and Policy on Natural Resources and Environment in Hanoi, Mr. Carroll shared California's latest sustainable development regulations, which aim to reduce organic waste by 75% and cut 20% of food waste to supply to those in need.

In Ho Chi Minh City, the project worked with the U.S. Consulate General to hold free seminar to all individuals and organizations interested in sustainable development, which attracted over 100 participants.

In addition to environmental strategies, the U.S. expert emphasized the critical role of government decisions in fostering sustainable practices and the importance of leadership and innovation in creating positive change.

(DNVN)