Vietnam's commitment to achieve net zero emissions by 2050 at COP26 is creating a powerful wave of transformation in the business community. In this journey, cloud technology is emerging as a key tool, with enormous potential for reducing environmental impact and optimizing business performance.
The Green Picture of Vietnamese Businesses
A green wave is sweeping through every corner of Vietnam's economy. VinFast electric vehicles are rolling down city streets, while An Phat Holdings' biodegradable plastic products are gradually replacing traditional plastics. The glow from Rang Dong's energy-efficient LED bulbs not only lights up Vietnamese homes but also helps reduce national power consumption. Meanwhile, the textile industry, led by companies like Vinatex, is weaving green fabrics from recycled materials, saving water and energy.
These examples are just a small part of the bigger picture showcasing Vietnamese businesses' shift towards a green, clean, and sustainable economy.
Cloud: Foundation for a Sustainable Future
In the journey towards Net Zero, cloud computing technology emerges as a sustainable choice for Vietnamese businesses. Leading cloud service providers are pioneering solutions that not only optimize performance but are also environmentally friendly.
By transitioning from traditional IT infrastructure to the cloud, Vietnamese businesses can create a revolution in energy efficiency. Modern cloud data centers, with optimized design, can save significant energy compared to traditional data centers. Moreover, the cloud's ability to automatically adjust resources helps businesses avoid waste, using only what is necessary.
Amazon Web Services (AWS) – the world's leading cloud service provider, and also a pioneer in clean energy. AWS data centers are designed with the most advanced technology, optimizing every watt of electricity used. Thanks to large scale and strong investment in research and development, AWS can achieve significantly higher energy efficiency compared to traditional data centers or smaller cloud providers. According to data from AWS, using their infrastructure can reduce customers' carbon footprint by up to 88% compared to typical on-premises data centers in Asia.
Not only that, AWS's commitment to use 100% renewable energy by 2025(1) is a significant leap compared to most other cloud providers. This means that when using AWS services, Vietnamese businesses not only optimize performance but also indirectly contribute to the use of clean energy, an important step towards Net Zero.
AWS also provides advanced carbon footprint tracking and management tools such as the AWS Customer Carbon Footprint Tool. This tool allows businesses to track in detail the carbon emissions related to their use of AWS services, enabling them to make smarter and more sustainable business decisions. This is a feature that many cloud providers have yet to offer.

Greening Roadmap: From Businesses to Nation
To realize the Net Zero goal and fully leverage the advantages of green cloud, Vietnamese businesses need a specific and comprehensive roadmap.
The first step is to assess the current situation. Businesses need to carefully evaluate their current carbon footprint, identifying key areas for improvement. From there, they can outline a digital transformation plan focused on sustainability, with the integration of green cloud solutions playing a foundational role.
Next, investing in human resources is essential. Green technology and cloud computing require a new set of skills. Internal training programs, combined with recruiting talent in this field, will help businesses prepare for the green revolution.
After establishing plans and resources, implementing pilot projects is a wise step. These projects not only help businesses familiarize themselves with new technology but also provide valuable lessons, allowing for refinement of the overall strategy.
Alongside implementation, monitoring and reporting progress is extremely important. Carbon footprint management tools available on cloud platforms can help businesses track their emission reduction process in detail.
Finally, collaboration is the key to success. Large consulting companies that are also partners of cloud service providers like CMC Telecom can support businesses in mapping out their Green Roadmap.
Towards a Green Future
Vietnam's journey towards Net Zero is not just a challenge but also a golden opportunity for our country to rise in the 21st century. Cloud, with its outstanding advantages in energy efficiency and innovation potential, is playing a key role in this transformation process.
By adopting green cloud technology, Vietnamese businesses not only contribute to national goals but also build a solid foundation for their own sustainable development. This is an opportunity for Vietnamese businesses to not just catch up, but to lead in the global green revolution, opening a new chapter in the country's development story.
This journey will not be easy, but with determination, innovation, and cooperation, Vietnam can certainly turn challenges into opportunities, building a green, prosperous, and sustainable future for generations to come.
(1) AWS – Energy Transition: https://aws.amazon.com/energy/transition1/
Thanh Dang
Thanh Dang is a technology leader with extensive experience in project management and strategic cloud solutions, with 14 years of experience in application development, IT infrastructure, and cloud management.
He's also AWS Ambassador, AWS Community Builder and AWS User Group Leader in Vietnam.