FDI enterprises were honored with two sustainable development awards.

DNHN - Nhip Cau Investment has just awarded Unilever Vietnam the "Top 50 Typical Sustainable Enterprises" (Corporate Sustainability Awards - CSA) for "Pioneering in the Circular Economy"

Previously, the business was also recognized at Britcham's The Great Awards for its contributions to the country's business environment and long-term commitments to sustainable development in its 28-year journey of operating in Vietnam.

Pioneering the Circular Economy

Going through in-depth evaluation rounds from a prestigious jury, the consumer goods business has won this title thanks to its efforts and pioneering role in initiating and promoting the Circular Economy model. in Plastic Waste Management.

Specifically, from 2020, Unilever Vietnam has cooperated with the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment and two partners Dow and SCGC to launch a Public-Private Cooperation (PPC) partnership, marking the first time an agreement has been reached. A cooperation agreement to build a Circular Economy in Plastic Waste Management was signed between the Public and Private sectors, focusing on sorting, garbage collection, and recycling of plastic waste.

The purpose of the cooperation is to create synergy through the lines, policies, and guidelines of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, combined with the accompanying role of businesses to solve the problem of waste. plastic.

After nearly 3 years after the establishment of PPC, the private sector has had a chance to grasp the situation of plastic waste in Vietnam and cooperate with the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, the Women's Union, NGOs, and businesses The industry... deployed many specific action programs and welcomed more members to join PPC - with a total number of 30 members - to join hands to promote the cycle of better plastics.

The partnership with Duy Tan Recycling to collect and recycle 30,000 tonnes of plastic waste by 2027 reaffirms Unilever's commitment to promoting the Circular Economy model in Vietnam's plastics industry over the long term.

Long-term commitment to the sustainable development of Vietnam

On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and the United Kingdom, Unilever Vietnam also received the honorary "50th Anniversary Recognition Award" in the program "The Great Awards" presented by the British Business Association in Vietnam (BritCham).

This award recognizes the significant contributions Unilever and its brands have made to the business environment in Vietnam, as well as their long-term commitment to the country's sustainable development and consistency in strategies and actions. In their 28 years of presence in Vietnam, British FDI enterprises have consistently pursued and implemented pragmatic values.

This award reaffirms Unilever's pioneering role in enhancing the health of the planet, enhancing human hygiene and health, and contributing to the improvement of the world. Fairness and social integration.

During its nearly three-decade presence in Vietnam, Unilever has established and implemented a series of commitments and actions to combat climate change through its emission reduction program in collaboration with the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment. greenhouse gases, protect and regenerate nature through its commitment to plant 1 million trees by 2025, as well as conserve resources and combat plastic pollution for future generations by developing sustainable packaging and collecting and recycling plastic waste.

Unilever's efforts to protect the environment in Vietnam have contributed to the strengthening of bilateral cooperation on global issues such as climate change between Vietnam and the United Kingdom. Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh's visit to COP26 in Glasgow last year, where he pledged that Vietnam would reach "zero" net emissions by 2050, marked a major milestone.

Lifebuoy, P/S, Vim, OMO, Knorr, Pureit, and other Unilever brands have helped improve the health of millions of Vietnamese people through cooperation programs with the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Education & Training.

In addition to providing information and products for personal care, home, and nutrition, Unilever brands are collaborating to build a more inclusive society in Vietnam by assisting women in enhancing their health. Hygiene and health facilities for themselves and their families, business knowledge, and financial support for women's start-up projects through cooperation with the Vietnam Women's Union and the Sunlight brand's "Women Vietnamese women confidently do Business" program.

Nguyen Cuong