Vietnam's heavy use of motorcycles contributes to severe air pollution and high carbon emissions. (Photo: iStock)
Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi are taking the lead in advancing green transport. Ho Chi Minh City plans to build a battery recycling center for electric vehicles (EVs), aiming to become a key player in the global green economy supply chain.
Meanwhile, Hanoi is preparing to launch incentives for residents to switch to low-carbon motorcycles, including cash subsidies of up to VND 5 million (about USD 191).
Ho Chi Minh to build battery recycling center for precious metal
To prevent environmental issues caused by discarded EV batteries, Ho Chi Minh City intends to construct a battery recycling facility with an estimated annual processing capacity of 3,000 tons. In addition to recovering valuable metals and lowering the production cost of new batteries, the project is expected to help pave the way for the city’s integration into global green supply chains.
