THE 10th SUD ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE
From Green Infrastructure to
Green Economy
03 October 2024
The 10th International Conference on Sustainable Urban Development
from green infrastructure to green economy
We are excited to announce the call for abstracts for the upcoming international conference titled “From Green Infrastructure to Green Economy,” taking place on October 3rd, 2024. This event marks the tenth annual international conference, co-hosted by the Sustainable Urban Development Program (SUD) at the Vietnamese-German University (VGU) and the Ho Chi Minh City Institute for Development Studies (HIDS) under the sponsorship of Friedrich Naumann Foundation Vietnam (FNF Vietnam)
Conference Overview
Green infrastructure significantly benefits the economy in various ways. Investments in green infrastructure not only yield higher economic growth compared to traditional infrastructure investments but also promote sustainability, innovation, and efficiency. This leads to increased productivity and lower business costs. Additionally, green infrastructure creates innovative jobs across various sectors and presents opportunities for investment in energy, transportation, waste, and water management conservation, spurring economic growth. Furthermore, green and blue infrastructure enhance public health, improve climate change resiliency, and reduce potential economic damages.
However, there are barriers to protecting and building our green infrastructure and transforming the existing economy. These barriers include economic, technical, social, and institutional challenges. With the degradation and depletion of our green and blue infrastructure, it is imperative to learn from innovations, knowledge, and skills to build and manage green infrastructure that best supports green economy transformation.
Call for Participation
We cordially invite you to participate in our conference to explore these critical issues and share your valuable insights. The conference will focus on understanding how to build, protect, and leverage green infrastructure to benefit the green economy transformation. Key discussion topics will include understanding the issues and learning innovative approaches and solutions on both urban and regional scales.
Researchers, practitioners, and policymakers are invited to submit abstracts for presentation. The conference provides a valuable opportunity to share research findings, innovative solutions, and best practices with a global audience.
Conference Themes
Participants will have the opportunity to engage in discussions on a variety of themes, including:
• Smarter Urban Growth and Green Economy
• Green and Blue Infrastructure
• Green Buildings and Construction
• Circular Economy
• Green Logistics Transformation
• Water and Green Economy
• Sustainable Food & Agriculture
• Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency
• Carbon/Green Credit for Green Infrastructure
• Green Policy Infrastructure for Green Growth
Below are the key dates:
- Abstract Submission: 15/08/2024
- Presentation invitations: 30/08/2024
- Full paper submission: 25/09/2024
- Conference Day: 03/10/2024
Selected conference papers will be published in a special volume by the National University Publisher or Internation Publisher with Scopus Indexed. The final decision will be announced after negotiation completed.
tentative agenda
MORNING SESSIONS - LH01-619
Thursday, October 3, 2024
07:00 - 08:30
Departure from Turtle Lake
08:40 - 09:00
Registration and Reception
09:10 - 09:20
Opening Remarks
Prof. Hans-Joachim Linke
TU Darmstadt
09:30 - 10:00
Keynote Speech 1
Green Freight Transport: A battle of sustainable systems?
Dr.-Ing Regina Linke
TU Darmstadt
10:00 - 10:20
Teabreak - networking - Group Photo
10:20 - 10:50
Keynote Speech 2
Circular economy for urban green - blue infrastructure development for Vietnam (or HCM city): research and applications
Prof. Nguyen Hong Quan
HCM VNU
10:55- 11:30
Q&A Session
11:30 - 13:00
Break for lunch
Afternoon breakdown sessions
- Room 1 - LH01-619
- Room 2 - LH01-618
Green Economy and Sustainable Business Solutions
13:00 - 13:20
Green Economy and Urban Expansion: A case study of Bien Hoa City
Ms. Vu Quynh Ai Nhu
Institute for Urban Planning and Sustainable Development
13:25 - 13:45
Towards Sustainable and Green Logistics: A Web-based Solution for Truck Routing Optimization
Dr. Dinh Hai Dung, Khau Le Thanh Tung
Vietnamese-German University
13:50 - 14:10
Circular Economy: Challenges And Suggestions For Vietnamese Businesses
Dr. Tran Thi Trang
HUTECH University
14:10 - 14:25
Teabreak - Net working
14:25 - 14:45
Investment in Developing Green Buildings in Vietnam: Current Situation and Suggestive Solutions
Vuong Duc Hoang Quan, Pham Tran Huy Hung
Vietnam National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health
14:50 - 15:10
Development Orientation of Can Gio in the Context of Green Economy
Dr. Phan Thuy Kieu
HCMC Institute for Development Studies
Green Infrastructure and Environmental Policies
13:00 - 13:20
Shading as Green Infrastructure for Active Mobility Enabler – The Case of District 3, Ho Chi Minh City
Dr. Nguyen Ngoc Hieu
Vietnamese-German University
13:25 - 13:45
Fossil Fuel Policies and Firm Innovation: Evidence from a Worldwide Database
Dr. Le Van Ha, Msc. Nguyen Quoc Minh, Msc. Le Dang Trung Duc
Vietnamese-German University
13:50 - 14:10
Land Regrouping Reform and Its Implications to Green and Sustainable Agricultural Production: Evidence from Vietnam
Dr. Le Van Ha, Dr. Ha Thuc Vien, Dr. Tran Binh Dai
Vietnamese-German University
14:10 - 14:25
Teabreak - Net working
14:25 - 14:45
Sustainable Community-Based Tourism: Lessons Learnt from Some Developing Countries
Pham Thai Phuong Tuyen, Vuong Duc Hoang Quan
Vietnam National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health
14:50 - 15:10
Factors Affecting Customer Willingness To Pay More For Green Last-Mile Delivery In The Context Of Sustainable Development
Tran Hoang Nam
University of Economics and Finance
Panel discussion and closing - LH01-619
15:15 - 16:00
Panel Discussion
16:00 - 16:10
Closing Remark
16:30 - 18:00
Travel back to HCMC
SUBMISSION INFORMATION
Key dates & Deadline
15 August 2024
Topic Registration
30 August 2024
Presentation Invitation
25 September 2024
Full Paper Submission
03 october 2024
Conference Date
Submission guidelines
The conference is seeking submissions related to the mentioned conference topics. Other related topics will also be considered. Submitted abstracts will be evaluated by the Scientific Board. If abstract is accepted, author agrees to send full text paper, including results, tables, figures and references. All submissions should report original and previously unpublished research results no matter the type of research paper you are presenting.
Manuscripts should meet the format set by the Conference committee and are subject to review.
- Please submit your abstracts and papers via Online submission platform or sud@vgu.edu.vn
- For more information about the conference, please visit our website https://icsud.vgu.edu.vn/
- We encourage you to invite colleagues to participate in the conference and submit original research for the conference call for papers.
Presentation & Publication
The text should be in English
Full paper is requested
The presentation should be around 15 minutes
File format
For full paper: MS.Word - Compatible file
For presentation: MS. Powerpoint - Compatible file
Partners & sponsors
Sponsor
Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom (FNF) is a German non-profit organization dedicated to promoting liberal values, the rule of law, and a market economy both domestically and internationally. Established in 1958, FNF operates in over 60 countries worldwide, including Vietnam.
In Vietnam, FNF has been active since 2012, focusing on fostering dialogue and cooperation between Vietnam and Germany. Their work centers around education, open society, digitalization, and the future of the market economy. Through various programs and initiatives, FNF aims to contribute to Vietnam’s development while upholding its commitment to liberal principles.
Partner
Ho Chi Minh City Institute for Development Study (HIDS) is a research institution based in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Its primary focus is on understanding and addressing the complexities of the city’s development. HIDS plays a vital role in providing data-driven insights to inform policies and strategies for a more sustainable and equitable city.
The institute concentrates its research efforts on several key areas. Economic development is a core focus, with HIDS analyzing economic trends, policies, and strategies to foster growth and prosperity. Additionally, the institute delves into social development issues, aiming to improve the quality of life for city residents. Understanding the role of science and technology in urban development is another key area of research, as HIDS explores innovative solutions to urban challenges.
