Announcement of Scientific Workshop on Hydrogen Applications in Agriculture in Vietnam and ASEAN 2025
Theme: Hydrogen for Sustainable Agriculture — Innovations and Regional Collaboration
Dear Colleagues,
The Vietnam ASEAN Hydrogen Club (VAHC) and Ho Chi Minh City University of Natural Resources and Environment (HCMUNRE) are pleased to announce the Scientific Workshop on Hydrogen Applications in Agriculture, to be held on August 28, 2025, in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
Introduction
Hydrogen technology offers transformative potential beyond energy—especially in sustainable agriculture. From hydrogen-enriched fertilizers to soil remediation and crop yield enhancement, hydrogen innovations can address food security and climate resilience. This workshop will spotlight cutting-edge research, pilot projects, and partnership opportunities to advance hydrogen adoption in Vietnam and ASEAN’s agricultural sectors.
Objectives
- Showcase hydrogen applications in agriculture (e.g., soil health, irrigation, crop storage).
- Foster partnerships between Vietnamese/ASEAN agricultural stakeholders and hydrogen technology providers.
- Identify pilot project opportunities and funding mechanisms for hydrogen agriculture solutions.
- Discuss policy frameworks and regional collaboration pathways.
Venue Options
Final choice to be confirmed:
- HCMUNRE Campus
Address: 236B Lê Văn Sỹ Street, Tan Son Hoa Ward, Ho Chi Minh City
Or a venue in Saigon Ward
Participants to Be Invited
- Government & Associations: invite Ministry/Departments of Agriculture and Environment), invite agriculture universities and academies
- Research Institutions: HCMUNRE, IRRI (International Rice Research Institute).
- Industry: Agri-tech companies, hydrogen technology providers (e.g., electrolyzer manufacturers), ASEAN agribusinesses.
- Finance: Agri-focused investment funds, green financing institutions.
Draft Agenda
Language: English
Format: Half-day workshop (13:00–17:30) + Networking Dinner (18:00–20:00)
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Time |
Session |
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13:00–13:30 |
Registration |
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13:30–13:40 |
Welcome Speech — Assoc. Prof. Huỳnh Quyền, President, HCMUNRE |
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13:40–13:50 |
Opening Keynote — Mr. Le Ngoc Anh Minh, Chairman, VAHC |
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13:50–14:05 |
Keynote — Ministry/Dept Representative: "Green Agriculture Strategy in Vietnam" |
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14:05–14:20 |
Keynote — ASEAN Representative (Invite Malaysia): "Regional Collaboration for Sustainable Farming" |
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14:20–14:35 |
Presentation — HCMUNRE: "Hydrogen application to rice field to increase the yield and improve soil’ |
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14:35–14:50 |
Presentation — VAHC: "Hydrogen Innovations for ASEAN Agriculture" |
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14:50–15:20 |
Tea Break & Networking |
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15:20–15:35 |
Presentation — HCMUNRE Researcher: "Hydrogen in Soil Remediation: Vietnamese Case Studies" |
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15:35–15:50 |
Presentation — Industry Expert (e.g., Top Agri-Tech Firm): "Commercializing Hydrogen Farming Solutions" |
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15:50–16:30 |
Panel Discussion: "Scaling Hydrogen Agriculture: Policy, Investment & Technology" |
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16:30–17:00 |
Q&A & Open Forum |
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17:00–17:20 |
Wrap-up Session: Pilot Project Proposals & Partnership Initiatives |
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17:20–17:30 |
Closing Remarks — Dr. Tran Thanh Tam, HCMUNRE |
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18:00–20:00 |
Networking Dinner (Buffet) |
Please reach us at contact@vahc.com.vn
We will soon arrange the registration form
