Journalism is a key bridge in the journey to carbon neutrality

The press is a bridge between policy - science - business - community, helping the concept of "carbon neutrality" become closer, easier to understand and spread in society.

During 2 days (October 15 and 16), in Nghe An, Agriculture and Environment Newspaper - the mouthpiece of the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, in collaboration with TH Group, organized a training course on "Improving press communication capacity on carbon neutrality".

Attending the opening ceremony of the training course were comrades: Nguyen Nhu Khoi - Member of the Provincial Party Committee, Vice Chairman of the People's Council of Nghe An province; Nguyen Tuan Quang - Deputy Director of the Department of Climate Change; Nguyen Danh Hung - Deputy Director of the Department of Agriculture and Environment of Nghe An; Phan Van Thang - Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Nghe An Newspaper and Radio and Television; and representatives of TH Group ; delegates, speakers and 40 journalists, reporters, editors from central and local press agencies.

The training course took place this afternoon (October 15) in Cua Lo ward, Nghe An . Photo: Phu Huong

Vietnam's strong commitment to responding to climate change

At the COP26 Climate Change Summit in the UK, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh announced Vietnam's strong commitments to responding to climate change.

The training course is organized to improve knowledge and skills for reporters and journalists - those who directly convey information, guide public opinion and spread sustainable development values ​​in the country's green transition period.

In his speech, the Prime Minister affirmed that although Vietnam is a developing country that has only begun to industrialize in the past three decades, but as a country with advantages in renewable energy, Vietnam will develop and implement strong measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions using its own resources, along with cooperation and financial support and technology transfer from the international community, especially developed countries, including implementing mechanisms under the Paris Agreement, to achieve net zero emissions by 2050.

Delegates attending the opening of the training course. Photo: Phu Huong

Located in the center of the North Central region connecting the North and South, Nghe An has the 4th largest natural area in the country. To contribute to implementing the "Net zero" target according to Vietnam's commitment at COP26 and realizing Resolution No. 39 of the Politburo on building and developing Nghe An province to 2030, with a vision to 2045, including the content "Developing agriculture in a sustainable direction, gradually adapting to climate change, reducing methane emissions in agricultural production", Nghe An has proactively implemented solutions to ensure sustainable development in the context of complex and unpredictable climate change; in particular, promoting the application of solutions on agricultural and forestry production to store, reduce emissions, and low emissions in all fields (cultivation, livestock, forestry, and aquaculture), contributing to the goal of carbon neutrality in agriculture.

Mr. Nguyen Danh Hung - Deputy Director of Nghe An Department of Agriculture and Environment affirmed: Nghe An Department of Agriculture and Environment will take strong actions for the goal of "Net Zero". Photo: Phu Huong

The role of the press in the journey of changing awareness and action

Speaking at the opening of the training course, Mr. Nguyen Ngoc Thach - Editor-in-Chief of Agriculture and Environment Newspaper affirmed: The press media plays a particularly important role, not only as an information channel, but also as a driving force to promote changes in awareness, behavior and policy.

Mr. Nguyen Ngoc Thach - Editor-in-Chief of Agriculture and Environment Newspaper affirmed: The press and media play a particularly important role in the journey of changing awareness, behavior and policy. Photo: Phu Huong

The press is the bridge between policy - science - business - community, helping the concept of "carbon neutrality" become closer, easier to understand and have the power to spread. Each article, each report not only provides information, but also inspires action for a green, sustainable Vietnam.

Mr. Nguyen Tuan Quang - Deputy Director of the Department of Climate Change spoke at the opening ceremony of the training course. Photo: Phu Huong

Designed with scientific, multi-dimensional and practical content, including topics from leading experts, the Editor-in-Chief of Agriculture and Environment Newspaper believes that the training session will bring trainees new knowledge and skills, and more importantly, new inspiration to transform scientific information into stories that are close, humane and spread strongly in society.

Associate Professor, Dr. Mai Van Trinh - Director of the Institute of Environment and Agriculture presented the content: Agriculture with the goal of "Net Zero". Photo: Phu Huong

At the training session, the speakers conveyed many practical contents related to carbon neutrality such as: Methods of measuring greenhouse gas emissions and carbon storage; International experience in NET Zero assessment and certification: Lessons for Vietnam; International commitments and barriers on the path towards Net Zero. Journalists, reporters, and editors were also introduced to the journey of sustainable development and carbon neutrality at TH Group.

Solar Power Project at Nui Tien Pure Water Factory. Photo: TH

In addition to the theoretical part, journalists, reporters and editors from central and local press agencies also had a field trip to TH Dairy Farm, TH Milk Processing Factory and Nui Tien Pure Water Factory - 2 carbon-neutral factories, vividly demonstrating the spirit of "Enterprises accompanying the Government for Net Zero 2050".

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As the world enters the “green era”, the Vietnamese press needs to be one step ahead, not only reflecting but also leading social awareness of the circular economy, low-carbon agriculture, green consumption and corporate responsibility. Each quality press work, each in-depth article is a “seed” that sows trust, motivating the community, businesses and farmers to act together for a sustainable future.

Mr. Nguyen Ngoc Thach - Editor-in-Chief of Agriculture and Environment Newspaper

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