19 May 2025
On May 8, 2025, at the 10th United Nations Multi-stakeholder Forum on Science, Technology and Innovation (STI Forum), representatives from global centers for SDG 11 participated in a panel discussion themed “Strengthening Urban Resilience – Building Safer, Stronger Communities.” This session focused on critical topics including disaster response, climate change adaptation, social inclusion, and sustainable urban development.
Read More16 May 2025
Have you ever hastily tossed your half-finished bubble tea cup into the nearest trash bin without sorting it because you were in a rush? Thinking back, you might now wonder why you didn’t take just a few seconds to practice waste sorting. However, sometimes, the feeling of “inconvenience” becomes the biggest barrier. To explore this question, a student research group from the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) conducted a study on the influence of Convenience of recycling on the practice of Waste sorting behavior.
Read More16 May 2025
Pioneering, innovative, and persistent - the UEH Green Office (UEH GO) model, an empowering workspace for the young generation to take sustainable actions, by the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH), has been honored with the prestigious “Best Premier In-house Team” award at the VNPR Awards 2025. This title is a well-deserved recognition for the continuous efforts in operating the UEH Green Campus project following this “green” and “youthful” office model over the years.
Read More09 May 2025
On May 7, 2025, the United Nations officially announced the establishment of the independent High-Level Expert Group on “Beyond GDP,” aiming to develop new indicators that more comprehensively reflect sustainable development, going beyond traditional Gross Domestic Product (GDP) measures. This initiative stems from the commitment of member states to the “Pact for the Future” and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Among the 14 appointed experts is Associate Professor Dr. Pham Khanh Nam, representing the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH).
Read More06 May 2025
In the context of increasing plastic pollution, the UEH Green Campus project continuously implements green initiatives to raise awareness and change community behavior. The space at Vo Thi Sau campus has been transformed into an artistic environment, continuing the journey of reducing single-use plastics and gradually creating a powerful influence, motivating each individual to join hands in building a more sustainable environment.
Read More01 May 2025
University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH), surpassing over 330 global candidates, has been selected as one of four global higher education institutions to lead the SDG 11 Hub - Sustainable Cities and Communities for Outreach and Partnership - under the United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI) initiative, 2025–2027 term. In this new role, UEH will lead efforts to connect and collaborate globally to promote sustainable urban and community development. This appointment marks a strategic milestone in UEH's ongoing journey toward internationalization and sustainable development.
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