Unlocking solutions for the environmental industry
Water security, waste management, and circular economy solutions are vital to Vietnam’s future. Rapid population growth, urbanisation and industrial expansion are increasing pressure on water resources, sanitation systems and waste infrastructure across the region.
Vietnam's ambition to become a high-income economy depends on boosting water productivity, expanding treatment and recycling, and building climate resilience. Significant investment is needed in water, wastewater treatment, recycling, waste-to-energy, and environmental services.
New regulations, recycling targets, and extended producer responsibility rules are formalising waste streams and opening new markets, opening opportunities for technology providers, operators and investors supporting sustainable water and circular economy systems.
Key Facts
Water productivity
~8x lower than the global average
Water-related risks
could reduce GDP by up to 6% by 2035
Rural water targets for 2045
100% access to safe water and sanitation
50% wastewater collection
30% wastewater treatment
Industrial waste recycling target
Environmental technology compliance
Vietnam recycling market
US$2.44 billion by 2031
Policy drivers
Circular economy laws, EPR requirements, investment incentives