Businesses raise awareness of sustainable production
Sustainable production and consumption have a special significance and position in the sustainable development process not only in Vietnam but also in the region and around the world. Recognizing the importance of sustainable production and consumption, since 2015, as a member of the United Nations, Vietnam has signed a commitment to implement the 2030 Agenda with 17 sustainable development goals, including the goal of sustainable production and consumption.
According to Mr. Ta Dinh Thi - Deputy Chairman of the National Assembly's Committee on Science, Technology and Environment - although many results and progress have been achieved in promulgating policies and laws as well as in organizing implementation to promote sustainable production and consumption, there are still many obstacles, difficulties and challenges ahead, how to soon put policies and laws into practice.
The Vice Chairman of the National Assembly's Committee on Science, Technology and Environment assessed: "Most businesses are aware of the role of sustainable production in their existence, competitiveness and sustainable development, but there are still many difficulties and confusion in finding, mobilizing and using capital for green production investment, scientific research, technology application, innovation, market expansion to create high-value, environmentally friendly products; implement recycling, circular economy; fulfill corporate social responsibility well; raise public awareness of sustainable production and consumption".
Circulation and distribution enterprises, especially supermarket chains and hypermarkets, have gradually greened the distribution process, reduced intermediate packaging, and reduced waste; and early used and distributed environmentally friendly products and packaging. However, Mr. Ta Dinh Thi commented that these activities are not sustainable, the use of nylon bags and packaging that is difficult to decompose is still common, there are not many activities to raise awareness among consumers about green consumption and smart consumption; the reception of discarded products and packaging for recycling has not been done well...
Consumers' awareness of green products has improved.
Speaking to Lao Dong Newspaper, Mr. Ho Tung Bach - Deputy Head of the Consumer Protection Department, National Competition Commission - said that people's awareness and actions on green consumption are increasingly improving. Consumers are interested in green products, choosing products with environmentally friendly production processes. According to a latest report, sales of green products have increased by about 15% recently, demonstrating a significant improvement in consumer awareness and actions.
“Businesses play an important role in producing green products to meet consumer demand. In recent times, businesses have proactively participated in green production activities, especially in the context of Vietnam's commitment to reducing carbon emissions. There is clearly an interaction between consumers and businesses. Consumers choose and evaluate green products, motivating businesses to continue developing green production. Businesses provide information and green products to meet consumer demand.
In addition, the Government has issued many policies and support measures, regulating the responsibility of enterprises in sustainable production and consumption. At the same time, there are support measures such as providing information, controlling information, and providing financial support to reduce production costs," said Mr. Ho Tung Bach.
According to Mr. Ho Tung Bach, although there have been many positive developments in sustainable production and consumption by businesses and people, there are still many challenges. For example, green production costs are higher, requiring large resources, especially in the initial investment stage. This leads to the price of green products being often higher than that of conventional products and the general income level of people.
Meanwhile, fraudulent advertising and taking advantage of green product information to sell at high prices are becoming more and more common, causing fear and confusion among consumers. Habits and awareness of resource circulation have not been formed, so the process of forming a smart consumer movement is still limited, affecting the sustainable consumption process. Competition with imported products is also a big challenge, but Vietnamese businesses have many advantages such as local raw materials, seasonal production models and the support of Vietnamese consumers.
According to the Ministry of Industry and Trade, the demand for green products in Vietnam will grow by an average of 15% per year in the period 2021 - 2023. 72% of Vietnamese consumers are willing to pay more for green products, showing people's increasing awareness and concern for environmental protection.
Source: https://laodong.vn/kinh-doanh/viet-nam-ngay-cang-quan-tam-den-san-xuat-tieu-dung-xanh-1380145.ldo
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