Vietnam’s dairy industry faces growing pressure to adopt eco-friendly practices. Vinamilk’s commitment to sustainable development, highlighted in its collaboration with Vu Phong Energy Group, sets a benchmark for environmentally responsible business. This article dives into how the partnership leverages solar energy to reduce carbon footprints and aligns with global ESG trends. Discover the strategic benefits of renewable energy integration and its role in advancing Vietnam’s green goals.
The entire network of 12 international-standard dairy cow farms, incorporating 4.0 technology, is set to be powered by solar energy systems. Similarly, the factories, equipped with the world’s most advanced dairy production lines, will also integrate **clean energy** into their manufacturing processes to deliver fresh and delicious products. This initiative marks a significant advancement in the **Vietnam Dairy Products Joint Stock Company’s (Vinamilk)** commitment to **sustainable development**. **Vu Phong Energy Group** is proud to be one of **Vinamilk’s partners** in this journey towards a sustainable future.
Vinamilk, renowned for its 45-year national brand presence, consistently ranks among Vietnam’s top 10 largest private enterprises and is recognized as one of the top 50 global dairy companies (currently holding the 36th position, based on Plimsoll’s 2021 dairy industry revenue statistics). Beyond its focus on product quality and distribution channels, Vinamilk has long embraced and implemented a clear orientation towards **sustainable development**.
Vinamilk’s approach to **sustainable development** encompasses five core areas, with environment and energy being paramount. Consequently, Vietnam’s largest dairy corporation continuously seeks methods to minimize negative environmental impacts and optimize resource and energy efficiency. Adopting **solar power systems** as an eco-friendly energy solution aligns with the global trend in 4.0 agriculture, further supporting **Vinamilk’s sustainable development** goals.
Solar power on a Vinamilk dairy farm.
Following extensive surveys and testing, five of Vinamilk’s dairy farms have already installed rooftop **solar power systems**. These include Vinamilk’s Da Lat Organic dairy farm in Lam Dong, which holds the distinction of being Vietnam’s first organic dairy farm certified to European standards, along with other farms in provinces such as Lam Dong, Binh Dinh, and Quang Ngai. According to **Vinamilk’s sustainable development** roadmap, all 12 international-standard dairy farms across Vietnam will integrate **clean energy**. Estimates project that this comprehensive project will generate 70 million kilowatt-hours (kWh) annually, contributing to a reduction of over 62 million kilograms of CO2 per year, significantly helping to **reduce carbon footprint through solar energy**.
In addition to dairy farms and factories, Vinamilk’s Vietnam Beverage Factory is also equipped with a high-quality **solar power system**. In 2020, Vu Phong Solar, a subsidiary of **Vu Phong Energy Group**, successfully installed a 1 Megawatt peak (MWp) rooftop **solar power system** at Vinamilk’s Vietnam Beverage Factory, situated in My Phuoc 2 industrial park, Ben Cat, Binh Duong province. This specific project utilized 2,210 Longi 450Wp solar panels, 12 SMA on-grid inverters (Germany) 75 kW, and a robust electrical wiring system designed for a lifespan exceeding 30 years.
Vu Phong Energy Group designed and installed a rooftop solar power system on the Vinamilk beverage factory’s roof.
This meticulously and aesthetically installed high-quality rooftop **solar power system** ensures a consistent supply of **clean energy** for the factory’s manufacturing operations. The widespread adoption of **clean energy for dairy farms** and factory systems plays a crucial role in reducing their carbon footprint in livestock production. These tangible and effective actions underscore **Vinamilk’s sustainable development** initiatives, demonstrating a harmonious balance between business objectives and social responsibility.
Alongside **solar energy development**, Vinamilk’s environmental commitments include water reuse in manufacturing, reduction of plastic usage, and the adoption of alternative fossil fuels like biomass and CNG gas. The company’s focus on the circular economy has positioned Vinamilk as a pioneer in **sustainable development**, yielding positive impacts on Vietnam’s socio-economic landscape. In December 2020, the **Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI)** recognized Vinamilk as one of Vietnam’s top 10 sustainable businesses in the manufacturing sector and included it in Vietnam’s top 100 sustainable businesses for five consecutive years (CSI 2020). Such recognitions highlight the effectiveness of **Vinamilk’s sustainable development** strategies in promoting **green manufacturing**.
**Vu Phong Energy Group**, a key partner in these endeavors, is confident that with Vinamilk’s persistent and systematic execution of its pioneering **sustainable development** strategies, the national brand will achieve many more significant milestones in its “green growth” efforts for 2021.
**Vu Phong Energy Group** is consistently ready to collaborate with businesses to harness **renewable energy** sources, advance **eco-friendly agriculture solutions**, and foster the creation of green products for consumers, thereby enhancing global competitiveness. Beyond providing EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) services in the solar sector, **Vu Phong Energy Group** has been a pioneer in developing the PPA (Power Purchase Agreement) model, specifically a Build – Lease – Transfer arrangement, in Vietnam. This innovative solution enables businesses to access **clean energy** at a reduced cost without requiring upfront capital investment, leveraging only available rooftop spaces. It is particularly suitable for enterprises committed to promoting **green manufacturing**, especially when they need to optimize resource utilization for technology investment, operational expansion, or research and development (R&D). For more information on **promoting sustainable development for businesses** with our solutions, please visit our website or contact us at 1800 7171 or +849 1800 7171.
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