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Consultation Workshop: “Nature-based Solutions (NbS) for Forest Restoration Following Mining Activities and Future Opportunities to Participate in Carbon Markets”

On September 29, 2026, Vietnam Forest Certification Center, in collaboration with Forest Trends, will organize a consultation workshop entitled “Nature-based Solutions (NbS) for Forest Restoration Following Mining Activities and Future Opportunities to Participate in Carbon Markets.” The workshop aims to share and consult on the findings of an assessment of the relationship between mining activities… Continue reading Consultation Workshop: “Nature-based Solutions (NbS) for Forest Restoration Following Mining Activities and Future Opportunities to Participate in Carbon Markets”

ASEAN Biomass Utilization Congress 2026

VFCC participates in the ASEAN Biomass Utilization Congress 2026 in Hanoi The ASEAN Biomass Utilization Congress 2026 (Vietnam) is an international event bringing together regulatory bodies, experts, investors, and businesses from the biomass energy sector in Vietnam and the ASEAN region. Centered on the theme “Decarbonization – Achieving Carbon Neutrality & Net Zero Emissions,” the… Continue reading ASEAN Biomass Utilization Congress 2026

Training Workshop on EUDR and PEFC EUDR DDS Certification – From Legal Requirements to Practical Solutions for Businesses

🌳 PEFC, in collaboration with VFCC, is organizing the Training Workshop on EUDR and PEFC EUDR DDS Certification – From Legal Requirements to Practical Solutions for Businesses📌 Time: 08:30 – 17:00, September 16, 2026📍 Venue: Forest Science Institute of South Vietnam – 1 Pham Van Hai Street, Tan Son Hoa Ward, Ho Chi Minh City,… Continue reading Training Workshop on EUDR and PEFC EUDR DDS Certification – From Legal Requirements to Practical Solutions for Businesses

Announcement of National Standards for Forest Carbon Credits

The national standard for forest carbon credits – Requirements (TCVN 14682:2026) was prepared by the Vietnam Forest Certification Office, and published by the Ministry of Science and Technology via Decision No. 3429/QĐ-BKHCN dated on August 11, 2026. TCVN 14682:2026 was developed in alignment with Vietnamese legal regulations and international practices. This standard serves as “the… Continue reading Announcement of National Standards for Forest Carbon Credits

Public consultation on the update of the Vietnam Forest Certification Scheme (VFCS)

VFCS was first endorsed by PEFC in October 2020. In accordance with PEFC regulations, the system undergoes a periodic five-year update to ensure compliance with PEFC standards, Vietnamese law, and—crucially—market demands. PEFC has now officially launched a public consultation on VFCS. Vietnam Forest Certification Center (VFCC) invites agencies, organizations, experts, and stakeholders to provide feedback… Continue reading Public consultation on the update of the Vietnam Forest Certification Scheme (VFCS)

Public Consultation on the Revised PEFC EUDR DDS Module Standard

The Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification – PEFC has launched a public consultation on a revised version of its EUDR Due Diligence System (DDS) module standard for compliance with the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR).The consultation aims to gather feedback, comments, and insights from certification bodies, companies, forest owners, wood industry associations, and… Continue reading Public Consultation on the Revised PEFC EUDR DDS Module Standard

Training on PEFC CoC/DDS Implementation in Bac Ninh

From 16–19 June 2026, the Vietnam Forest Certification Center (VFCC) organized a training course on the implementation of the PEFC Chain of Custody (PEFC CoC/DDS) for woodchip and wood pellet manufacturing enterprises in Bac Ninh Province. The training attracted more than 30 participants from 10 companies across Northern Vietnam. The training covered the following topics:… Continue reading Training on PEFC CoC/DDS Implementation in Bac Ninh

Training on implementing PEFC CoC/DDS standards

🍃In response to the increasingly stringent demands of the international market regarding the legality, traceability, and sustainability of raw materials used in the production and supply of wood chips and wood pellets, the Vietnam Forest Management Certification Center (VFCC) will organize a training course on the PEFC CoC/DDS Standard to build capacity for businesses in… Continue reading Training on implementing PEFC CoC/DDS standards

Japan mandates greenhouse gas emission reporting for the production and supply of wood pellets

🚢Viet Nam currently exports a large quantity of wood pellets to the Japanese market, accounting for approximately 66% of Japan’s total wood pellet imports. Japan applies preferential tariff (Feed-in tariff/FIT) and preferential pricing (Feed-in premium/FIP) schemes to suppliers and importers. 🛂Japan FIT/FIP Scheme mandates new sustainability requirement, including Lifecycle GHG reduction (LCGHG), applicable to biomass… Continue reading Japan mandates greenhouse gas emission reporting for the production and supply of wood pellets

VFCC joining the International Exhibition Paper Vietnam 2026

Vietnam’s paper industry has continued to grow strongly in recent years, reaching an export revenue of USD 2.4 billion in 2024 and maintaining an annual growth rate of 10–12%. Domestic paper consumption has also increased by around 10% per year, reaching 672,800 tons in 2024. The main raw materials for paper and pulp production are… Continue reading VFCC joining the International Exhibition Paper Vietnam 2026

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