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Hotel Department under the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism
is proposing a “green labeling” program for eco-friendly hotels across
Vietnam. The program, being considered by the Ministry of Culture,
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Tourism sector looks to go green
The Hotel Department under the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism is proposing a “green labeling” program for eco-friendly hotels across Vietnam. The program, being considered by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, will award a number of local hotels with the “green label” based on their use of natural resources, pollution and waste control and environmental protection efforts.
During its preparation phase from this year until 2010, some hotels rated from three to five stars will be used as trail candidates of the program, according to department head Do Hong Xoan.
The hotel department estimated the budget for the program would be more than VND2.7 billion (US$151,243).
Green labeling, which has already been used in developed countries, such as the U.S., Europe, Japan and Singapore, has helped reduce the negative effects of the tourism industry on the environment and natural resources.
Travelers are also increasingly interested in a clean environment and leaving the smallest possible carbon footprint, according to Xoan.
The hotel department will also promote the facilities to become members of green hoteliers across the globe.
Vietnam currently has 10,800 accommodation facilities for tourists with 208,000 rooms, 298 of which are hotels of three to five stars
Source: : www.hanoitimes.com.vn
Toyota Commences "Go Green" Program in Vietnam
VIET NAM - Toyota Motor Vietnam (TMV), along with with local authorities, has started a US$2 million environmental program in Hanoi.
The Ministry of Education and Training, the Vietnam Environment Protection Agency and TMV will implement the three-year nationwide program through the fund, reports ThanhNien News.
At the launching ceremony, general director of TMV, Nobuhiko Murakami, said the program aims to provide community education on environmental protection, contribute to a cleaner environment, and reduce environmental damage.
The Vietnam Student’s Association will also take part in the program to assist individuals and communities affected by environmental problems, and run protection activities at national parks and reservations.
In addition, “Go Green” will help the central Da Nang University to research and use biogas fuel for power generation at breeding farms in central provinces.
Early last month, Toyota granted about VND80 million ($4,800) to poor individuals and families, especially those affected by environmental problems.
Source: ThanhNien News