Vietnam Advances Green Buildings and Transport, Targets 1,200 Certified Buildings by 2030
Vietnam’s Ministry of Construction presented progress on green buildings and transport at a COP31 side event on November 13. As of June 2026, 868 buildings had received green certification. A development plan under preparation aims to raise that number to 1,200 by 2030, while the transport sector advances electrification and clean energy.
At a COP31 side event on November 13, Vietnam’s Ministry of Construction presented progress on the green transition in buildings and transport and discussed technology, financing and climate adaptation solutions with international partners. Vietnam is strengthening policies, certification systems and data resources to support its goal of reaching net zero emissions by 2050.
Experts discuss the green transition in buildings and transport at a COP31 side event organized by the Ministry of Construction.（VietVance）
In green buildings, 868 buildings in Vietnam had received green certification as of June 2026, with a combined floor area of more than 21.9 million square meters. A green building development plan for 2026–2030 is being drafted, with a target of 1,200 certified buildings by 2030. The Ministry of Construction is also developing a national green building certification system and plans to establish a green building information system and promote the use of low carbon construction materials.
The green energy transition in transport will prioritize roads and railways, with a focus on electrification and research into hydrogen applications. Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City continue to convert public transport vehicles and control emissions. The aviation sector is gradually adopting sustainable aviation fuel, while some protected areas and national tourist sites are piloting clean energy vessels. As of June 2026, Vietnam had about 400,000 electric cars, 4 million electric motorcycles and more than 61,000 electric taxis. Eleven seaports had also been recognized as green ports.
The Ministry of Construction expects to issue two major programs in 2026 covering the green energy transition in transport and green building development. Delegates said expanding charging infrastructure, adopting alternative fuels, mobilizing green finance and improving coordination between transport and urban planning are key to reducing emissions. The ministry is also seeking cooperation with international partners on technology transfer, technical assistance and access to financing.
Source: VietVance
