Green manufacturing becomes a necessity

(ĐN)- Over the past six years, the global impacts of climate change have become increasingly evident, with extreme weather patterns and natural disasters growing more severe. Vietnam, listed among the countries most vulnerable to climate change, has experienced harsher storms, droughts, and disease outbreaks—directly affecting livelihoods and business operations. As a result, all sectors are now compelled to embrace green production and consumption to ensure sustainable development and slow the pace of climate change.

Among the sectors most responsible for carbon emissions are industry and agriculture. Developed nations recognized this early on and, more than a decade ago, began investing heavily in green manufacturing. By leveraging Industry 4.0 technologies, they aimed to reduce emissions, adopt renewable energy and recycled materials, improve productivity, cut costs, and deliver healthier, more eco-friendly products. In recent years, major importing markets, including the US, Europe, Japan, China, and South Korea, have tightened technical standards, requiring a clear roadmap toward lower emissions and a commitment to net-zero targets by 2050.

For companies, building green and smart factories is no longer a trend, it is a requirement. In Dong Nai, a growing number of enterprises are leading the charge, integrating AI and digital technologies into production and management. Many now serve as exclusive suppliers to global corporations. The province is home to some of the world’s most advanced factories, producing high-tech components for aerospace, robotics, industrial machinery, agriculture, electronics, and more. Each year, local manufacturers invest over USD 1 billion to upgrade machinery for greener operations.

Both foreign and domestic firms in Dong Nai are increasingly aware that falling behind in the green transition means losing ground in both domestic and export markets. Still, green production is far from simple. Businesses face challenges, including regulatory barriers, limited funding for modern technology, workforce training needs, and a lack of capable consulting partners. Yet, despite the difficulties, companies must find a path forward. In today’s industrial landscape, going green is the only way to stay in the game.

Reported by K.M