Promoting the application of AI in Energy Management - the key solution for reducing green house gas emission

The workshop was attended by Dr. Le Cong Luong, Deputy Secretary General and Head of the Department of Science and International Cooperation of VUSTA; Ms. Nguyen Thi Kim Ngoc, Deputy Director of the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Industry and Trade; representatives of relevant departments and agencies; scientists and experts in the fields of energy and environment; as well as many key energy-consuming enterprises and facilities subject to greenhouse gas emissions inventory requirements in Ho Chi Minh City and the neighboring areas.

Overview of the workshop

VUSTA’s role in connecting Policymakers, Scientists, and Businesses

In his opening remarks at the workshop, Dr. Le Cong Luong, Deputy Secretary General and Head of the Department of Science and International Cooperation of VUSTA, emphasized the pivotal role of technological innovation in fulfilling Viet Nam’s climate commitments. He stated: “Viet Nam is actively implementing its international commitments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, particularly the Net Zero target by 2050 announced by the Government at COP26. To realize this commitment, technological innovation, energy transition, and the optimization of energy use are decisive factors. AI is emerging as a strategic tool, unlocking unprecedented possibilities in energy management, such as forecasting and optimizing energy demand and supply, reducing system losses and improving operational efficiency, effectively integrating renewable energy into the power grid, and supporting enterprises in meeting requirements for greenhouse gas emissions inventory and mitigation; helping reduce costs, enhancing competitiveness, and aligning with the global trend toward a green economy. Achieving the Net Zero target by 2050 requires the concerted efforts of scientists, policymakers, and businesses. With its mandate and functions, VUSTA will continue to effectively play its role in uniting and mobilizing the intellectual community and scientists to work alongside the Government and enterprises in this process.”

Dr. Le Cong Luong, Deputy Secretary General and Head of the Department of Science and International Cooperation of VUSTA, delivers the opening remarks at the workshop.

Action Orientation from  State management perspective

Speaking at the workshop, Ms. Nguyen Thi Kim Ngoc, Deputy Director of the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Industry and Trade, stated: “An increasing number of enterprises are participating in the carbon credit market, implementing greenhouse gas emission reduction measures, and developing roadmaps toward achieving Net Zero. Accordingly, the demand for greenhouse gas inventories and carbon credit generation is also rising rapidly. These efforts can be highly effective when AI is used for measurement, monitoring, and greenhouse gas inventory reporting, as well as to the development of emission mitigation solutions. Enterprises need to clearly recognize the importance of applying AI technologies in system management, as this will help optimize energy use efficiency, enhance climate change response, and promote sustainable development. The Department of Industry and Trade will continue to create favorable conditions and provide support for enterprises in their green and sustainable development pathways.”

Ms. Nguyen Thi Kim Ngoc, Deputy Director of the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Industry and Trade, speaks at the workshop.

Scientists Accompany and Support Enterprises

The participants have listened to a series of in-depth presentations providing highly practical solutions for enterprises. In his presentation, M.S. Ta Quang Kien, Chairman of the Scientific Council and Director of the Quality Certification and Business Development Center, analyzed the climate change outlook for 2025 and clarified the legal framework related to greenhouse gas emission reduction in Viet Nam, particularly Decree No. 06/2022/ND-CP and Decree No. 119/2025/ND-CP.

M.S. Ta Quang Kien presents his paper at the workshop.

According to M.S.. Ta Quang Kien, the application of digital technologies and AI will help enterprises standardize emissions data, improve the accuracy of greenhouse gas inventories, develop appropriate emission reduction roadmaps, and gradually prepare for participation in the domestic carbon market.

Following this, M.S. Phan Nhat Thi, Environmental Expert at Vira Group, introduced AI-based solutions for controlling and optimizing wastewater treatment systems. These solutions include intelligent aeration control, monitoring of N₂O greenhouse gas emissions, and optimization of operational performance in urban and industrial wastewater treatment systems.

Ms. Phan Nhat Thi, Environmental Expert at Vira Group, presents her paper at the workshop.

Experts noted that the application of AI not only helps reduce energy consumption but also directly contributes to lowering greenhouse gas emissions, improving operational efficiency, and reducing costs for enterprises.

Enterprises - Center of the Green Transition

The workshop also served as a forum for the business community to exchange views and share challenges encountered in the process of conducting greenhouse gas inventories, accessing new technologies, and developing emission reduction roadmaps. Discussions indicated that enterprises are gradually shifting from a compliance-driven approach to a long-term governance-oriented approach, linking emission reduction with enhanced competitiveness and sustainable development.

Representatives of enterprises and scientific organizations at the workshop.

Attending the workshop, a representative of Saigontourist Cable Television Company (SCTV) stated that the company is gradually orienting its digital transformation in line with sustainable development, with a focus on optimizing technical infrastructure and improving energy efficiency in system operations. At the same time, leveraging its strengths in communications infrastructure, SCTV aims to accompany and support efforts to disseminate policies and raise awareness on efficient energy use, greenhouse gas emission reduction, and green transition among the business community and society.