VIETNAM CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY
Liên Đoàn Thương Mại Và Công Nghiệp Việt Nam
Fri, Apr 18, 2025, 02:24:00
One standout project is the 400-hectare Prodezi Eco-Industrial Park (IP), which is slated to hand over its first phase to tenants by the third quarter of this year.
The park is being developed under the government’s visionfor eco-IPs, aligning with global trends in green and sustainable development.
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According to Huynh Van Son, Vice Chairman of Long An People’s Committee, Prodezi not only meets high technical infrastructure standards but also pioneers the eco-industrial model in the Mekong Delta region.
“Adjacent to the LA Home eco-urban area, Prodezi Eco-IP represents a bold move towards integrated, sustainable industrial development in southern Vietnam,” Son said.
With an investment of over $195 million, the park is built on four core pillars: the use of renewable energy, water recycling and reuse, the development of green-certified buildings, and the preservation of biodiversity. Solar energy systems and energy-efficient technologies are being deployed to reduce CO2 emissions, targeting carbon neutrality in the long term.
Water recycling systems will help reduce environmental impact by minimising resource extraction and pollution, while buildings in the park will meet international green building standards, optimising energy use and employing environmentally friendly materials. The project also prioritises biodiversity conservation through the creation of green spaces and protection of natural ecosystems.
Meanwhile, KCN Vietnam last year formally announced its commitment to more green buildings, aligning with global standards to create more energy-efficient, environmentally friendly industrial facilities.
Since then, it has broken ground on two key projects – DEEP C Haiphong and Nhon Trach in Dong Nai, both designed and constructed with the goal of achieving LEED Gold certification, as set by the US Green Building Council.
Hardy Diec, CEO of KCN Vietnam, which currently operates and develops over 300 hectares with 10 industrial and storage warehouse projects nationwide, said the company integrates green building principles throughout the entire lifecycle of its projects.
“This includes of optimising energy performance through innovative energy management systems, enhancing water efficiency, prioritising sustainable materials, and reducing environmental impact by using recycled construction materials and minimising demolition waste,” Diec said.
Diec explained that global supply chain shifts and the drive to diversify manufacturing bases have accelerated demand for high-quality industrial infrastructure in Vietnam.
However, he stressed that to maintain momentum in foreign investment, industrial real estate developers must go beyond simply offering warehouse space. Instead, they need to build comprehensive ecosystems that enable companies to establish and expand operations safely, efficiently, and sustainably.
“We plan to ramp up investments to expand its land bank across key economic zones, providing investors with more flexible options while continually upgrading construction quality in line with sustainable development standards,” he said.
Meanwhile, Singaporean developer Sembcorp and its Vietnamese partner Becamex IDC is actively expanding the Vietnam-Singaporean Industrial Park (VSIP) portfolios to 20 integrated townships and IPs across Vietnam, covering 12,000ha.
In March, the two sides signed an MoU for four prospective VSIPs in Haiphong city and the provinces of Hung Yen, Hai Duong, Binh Duong, and Thai Binh.
VSIP III, located in Binh Duong, commenced operations in 2024. Spanning 1,000ha, the park is designed as a green and smart industrial hub, incorporating renewable energy systems and sustainable infrastructure.
The facility utilises solar power as an alternative to the national grid, integrates wastewater treatment systems that meet green standards for reuse, and dedicates ample space for green landscaping. A standout feature is a 50-ha solar farm within the park, reinforcing its commitment to clean energy and environmental responsibility.
The park is also equipped with smart technologies for traffic management, security, and overall operational efficiency, creating a forward-thinking ecosystem for global manufacturers.
VSIP III has already attracted major international companies known for their sustainability commitments – on April 9, Danish toy maker Lego opened its most environmentally friendly factory to date at the complex (see Page 13).
Vietnam has undergone several stages of developing eco-IPs, from the pilot phase in Ninh Binh, Danang, and Can Tho in the 2000s, to replication in localities boasting many IPs, such as in Haiphong, Dong Nai, and Ho Chi Minh City, since 2020.
The nation continues to replicate the models in other localities to promote the national strategy on green growth, the circular economy, and 2050 net-zero commitments.
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