Summary report: Net-Zero roadmap for the transport sector in Vietnam

Oct 25

Written By WRI Ross Center for Sustainable Cities

The summary report, Net-Zero Roadmap for the Transport Sector in Vietnam, focuses on the rapidly increasing demand for transport in Vietnam and outlines critical strategies for developing sustainable infrastructure. The report presents two future scenarios—Business As Usual (BAU) and a Net-Zero scenario—to model potential outcomes for the sector. By offering a detailed analysis of these development pathways, the publication provides essential recommendations for reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, aligning with Vietnam’s National Strategy on Climate Change.

One of the critical findings highlights that, under the Net-Zero Scenario, GHG emissions could be reduced by 88.9% by 2050 compared to the DOM (Development as Usual) Scenario, which would see emissions continue to rise. Notably, while the cost of implementing the Net-Zero Scenario is estimated to be only 4-8% higher than the DOM approach, it ensures that Vietnam can achieve net-zero emissions within the same timeframe. The report also emphasizes the need for an energy transition in the transport sector, proposing a shift from fossil fuels to green energy sources such as electricity, hydrogen, and Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) by 2030.

The roadmap is critical for policymakers, businesses, and other stakeholders aiming to advance Vietnam’s sustainable transport solutions. It comprehensively analyzes energy demand and supply, confirming that green energy needs are manageable within national thresholds. This publication offers a forward-looking framework to help shape Vietnam’s long-term sustainable transport policies and investments.

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