Under the framework of the Vietnam Scaling Up Energy Efficiency Project (VSUEE), two specialized training programs for technical staff in the Cement industry (from October 28 - 31, 2025) and the Steel industry (from November 4 - 7, 2025) were organized in Hanoi. These programs are key activities under Component 2 – Technical Assistance, aimed at enhancing professional capacity and promoting the adoption of energy efficiency technologies and solutions across Vietnam’s industrial sectors.

Both training programs were designed to help participants identify, develop, and effectively implement energy efficiency projects within their enterprises. The curriculum covered the following key topics: Identification and development of energy efficiency projects; Technical and financial analysis, and energy audits; Measurement, monitoring, and verification (M&V) of energy-saving performance; Application of modern tools and technologies in energy management. Through lectures, group discussions, and case studies, participants were equipped with knowledge and practical skills to assess energy-saving potential, develop effective investment plans, and apply the ISO 50001 energy management system.

In addition to the general topics, each sector’s training program featured industry-specific modules addressing the unique characteristics and energy challenges of each field. As one of Vietnam’s most energy-intensive sectors, cement production holds significant potential for energy savings through technological innovation and operational optimization. The training introduced several sector-specific solutions, including: Optimizing clinker production and improving grinding technology to reduce electricity consumption; Utilizing waste heat recovery systems to generate electricity, capturing excess heat from the clinker kiln process; Adopting alternative fuels (such as biomass, industrial waste, and co-processing of municipal waste) to reduce dependence on fossil fuels; Implementing ISO 50001-based energy management systems integrated with smart monitoring and control technologies to enhance overall system performance. These measures not only help enterprises reduce energy costs and greenhouse gas emissions, but also support the green transition and sustainable development goals of Vietnam’s building materials sector.

Given its high energy consumption in production processes, the Steel industry is recognized as a key sector requiring technological transformation to improve energy efficiency and reduce emissions. During the training, experts shared advanced technological solutions such as: Using electric arc furnace (EAF) technology to replace traditional blast furnaces, reducing energy use and CO₂ emissions; Producing steel with green hydrogen, moving toward carbon neutrality; Recovering waste heat for power generation through flue gas heat recovery systems; Upgrading processes and high-efficiency equipment, optimizing compressed air and industrial gas systems; Applying digital transformation tools for real-time energy monitoring, analysis, and optimization. These innovations enable steel enterprises to enhance productivity, lower operating costs, and meet international standards for sustainable and low-carbon development.

The two consecutive training programs in Hanoi are part of the nationwide training series on promoting energy efficiency in industrial enterprises under the VSUEE Project. These initiatives not only strengthen the technical capacity of industrial staff but also create a platform for exchange and collaboration, raising awareness on energy-efficient practices across Vietnam’s major energy-consuming industries. By promoting technological innovation, enhancing energy performance, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions, the programs contribute to Vietnam’s broader goals of green transition and sustainable development.