Seminar on Technology and Policy for Green Transportation in Vietnam
(a part of the seminar is Vietnam America Hydrogen Workshop)
Here is the basic information of our Seminar. Detailed plan to be developed and introduced by the first week of March 2025.
Organizer
Fulbright School of Public Policy & Management https://fsppm.fulbright.edu.vn/en/#
Vietnam ASEAN Hydrogen Club https://vahc.com.vn/en/
Supporting Partner
- Solberg Manufacturing, USA https://www.solbergmfg.com/en
- EcoLab, USA https://www.ecolab.com/
- PV Gas https://www.pvgas.com.vn/
- Nishimura & Asahi https://www.nishimura.com/en
- Kawasaki https://global.kawasaki.com/en/corp/newsroom/news/detail/?f=20240722_6039
- Honda Hydrogen Development Team https://global.honda/en/hydrogen/
Date and time
March 25, 2025 from 9:00-13:00
Size: 50 delegates to attend directly, half day seminar with light lunch. There is link for online participants
Venue
Fulbright School of Public Policy and Management, Ground floor, Crescent Plaza, Ton Dat Tien, Tan Phu Ward, District 7, Ho Chi Minh City
Introduction
In 2024, Vietnamese consumers purchased 2.65 million motorcycles—equivalent to five units sold every minute—and half a million automobiles, nearly 1,400 units per day. The vast majority of these vehicles are powered by fossil fuel engines, contributing significantly to air pollution. While electric vehicles (EVs) are beginning to gain traction, a comprehensive approach is needed, including stronger policies to promote EVs and policies supporting new technologies such as biofuels, fuel cells, and emerging hydrogen fuel cell technologies.
The Fulbright School of Public Policy and Management (FSPPM) is committed to excellence in public policy education and research. Through rigorous academic programs and impactful research on pressing challenges facing Vietnam and the region, FSPPM advances evidence-based policymaking. Its expertise in policy analysis, economic development, and environmental management makes FSPPM a valuable partner in exploring technological and policy pathways for a cleaner transportation sector in Vietnam, contributing significantly to the dialogue on green transportation.
The Vietnam ASEAN Hydrogen Club (VAHC) is devoted to building a zero-emission community in Vietnam and the broader ASEAN region. Through workshops, conferences, and other collaborative initiatives, VAHC unites researchers, industry leaders, and policymakers to promote the development and deployment of clean energy technologies and sustainable practices. By facilitating knowledge sharing on the latest advancements, VAHC fosters innovation and collaboration. Its commitment to a zero-emission future aligns directly with efforts to achieve green transportation in Vietnam, positioning VAHC as a key player in shaping technology and policy for sustainable mobility.
The structure of this Seminar
Dr. Pham Van Dai (FSPPM):
Driving Change: How Vietnam’s Private Sector Leads the Transition to Zero-Emission Vehicles
Collaboration between Vietnamese and American Businesses, Technology, and Investment in the ZEV Industry
(Featuring representatives from the U.S. Commercial Service)
Introduction to Hydrogen Fuel Cell Technology from the U.S. and Beyond
(Inviting experts from Solberg Manufacturing, Kawasaki, Toyota, and others)
Promoting Trade and Investment in New ZEV Technologies and Solutions from the U.S. to Vietnam
For registration as speaker or audience, please kindly register by registering at the link
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSej9IX-EX5Sj-hRIyX8EZsheVyP6QSCsv6CRjgMd0oCpWXe1w/viewform
Since we have only 50 seats, we may or may not select your registration.
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Appendix 1
List of Speakers
Seminar kickoff, Dr. Dai Pham from FSPPM
Topic: Driving Change: How Vietnam’s Private Sector Leads the Transition to Zero-Emission Vehicles
Policy talk, Lawyer Phuc Nguyen from Nishimura Asahi, Japan
Topic:"Key legal and investment aspects for foreign investors in Vietnam’s green transportation sector"
Sustainable water source for hydrogen production in urban areas, Mr. Pham Manh Doan, Business Development Manager at Ecolab Group, USA
Topic: How to reuse drainage water in city to produce hydrogen
Producing hydrogen in city, Representative from Electrolyzer, Mr. Clint Butler, National Sales Director of Pure Hydrogen
Topic: Hydrogen micro hub to make your city zero emission
Hydrogen plant demonstration project, Dr. Doan Xuan Tien, Head of R&D Hub, PV Gas (inviting)
Topic: call for partners to join and fund the demonstration H2 project
Hydrogen Fuel cell material tech from America, Representative from hydrogen fuel cell material technology, Mr. Gary Siah, Director at Asia Pacific, Solberg Manufacturing, USA
Topic: The role of hydrogen fuel cell technology to achieve carbon neutrality society - What Solberg Manufacturing can contribute to this journey
Making investment on hydrogen project, Representative from Investment Bank, Dr. Pham Manh Tu, Senior Manager at Dream Incubator SEA, Japan
Topic: Green transport finance services, points that investors can note to make the projects be sponsored
Hydrogen Motorcycle to gain zero emission, Representative from hydrogen motorcycle firm, Ms. Miho Nishida, Chief Representative of Kawasaki Trading Co Vietnam, USA
Topic: Case Study from Kawasaki - hydrogen fuel cell of Kawasaki and how it contribute to green transport in Japan
Hydrogen Fuel Cell Car to gain zero emission, Representative from hydrogen fuel cell automobile maker
Topic: Reducing emission by switching traditional engine cars and trucks into hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, a long vision path that can start from now
Appendix 2
WORKSHOP AGENDA
Technology and Policy for Green Transportation in Vietnam
Date: 25th March, 2025 (Tuesday)
Venue: Fulbright Campus, 105 Ton Dat Tien, Tan Phu Ward, District 7, Ho Chi Minh City
[This agenda is subject to changed till March 17, 2025]
Appendix 2, List of Delegate, to be confirmed finally on March 17, 2025
| Company name | Full name | Position |
| Consul General of Japan in HCMC | Mr. Masuo Ono | Consul General |
| Vietnam ASEAN Hydrogen Club | Mr. Le Ngoc Anh Minh | Chairman |
| Vietnam Petroleum Institute | Dr. Nguyen Huu Luong | Senior expert |
| NZ Consulate | Mr. Scott James | Consul General & Trade Commissioner |
| Department of Foreign Affairs Of Ho Chi Minh City | Mr. Nguyễn Quang Minh | Executive |
| British Columbia Vietnam Office | Mr. Nguyen The Hien | Commercial Officer |
| Austrade Vietnam | Mr. Linh Nguyen | Trade Commissioner |
| JICA Vietnam | Ms .Vu Thi Thu Quynh | Ho Chi Minh Office |
| PV Gas | Dr. Hoang Trong Dung | Vice President |
| MSB Bank | Mr. Minh Quang | Relations Manager FDI Enterprise In South |
| Nishimura & Asahi | Mr. Nguyễn Ngọc Phúc | Partner |
| Inovance VietNam | Mr. Bui Duy Khuong | Sales Manager |
| INFORMA MARKETS | Ms. LU MINH UYEN | Senior Event Manager |
| BUREAU VERITAS VIETNAM | Mr. TRAN QUANG VINH | BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT |
| GPI | Ms. Phuong Tran | Director |
| Delta International JSC | Ms. Nguyễn Thị Thu Hiền | Branch Director |
| NIPPON KOEI CO.,LTD. | Ms. Tomoe Takeda | Deputy Manager |
| VietHoa Holding Group | Mr. Tony Truong | Vĩce Director |
| TKG Engineering & Trading | Mr. Kien Nguyen Tien | Project Manager |
| Ace Marketing | Ms. To Lan Anh | Founder and MD |
| NAVALPROGETTI S.R.L. | Mr. PIERLUIGI BUSETTO | Managin Director |
| Mergermarket/ ION Analytics | Ms. Nhung Nguyen | Financial reporter |
| Hexagon Purus | Mr. Yulia Protasova | Export sales director |
| Kanadevia Corporation | Dr. Nguyen Phuc Thanh | Branch Director |
| Sumitomo Forestry | Mr. CHU TRONG TUAN | Business Development |
| Morry Inc. | Mr. Tatsuro Mori | CEO |
| Morry Inc. | Mr. Leonard Yeo | Advisor |
| Nippon Steel Engineering | Ms. Hien Ngo | Manager |
| Toyota Tsusho Vietnam | Mr. Hoang Duy DUAN | Staff |
| Dentons LuatViet | Mr. Nguyen Minh Giang | Trainee Associate |
| PV Gas | Dr. Doan Xuan Tien | Head of R&D Division |
| Wisdom Motor | Mr. Ivan Lim | Senior Vice President |
| Honda Co Ltd | Mr. Masato Asayama | Member of Hydrogen Division |
