Canadian-Vietnamese Hydrogen MoU Partnership Targets ASEAN Zero-Emission Growth

On June 6, 2024, the Canadian Hydrogen Association (CHA) and the Vietnam ASEAN Hydrogen Club (VAHC) officially teamed up in a groundbreaking partnership (MoU) focused on developing zero-emission hydrogen solutions. This marks the first collaboration of its kind between a North American and a Southeast Asian hydrogen organization — a big step forward in pushing green hydrogen adoption across Vietnam and the broader ASEAN region.

Breaking Down Borders to Build a Cleaner Future

This isn’t just a handshake and a photo op. The agreement lays out a real plan for cross-continental cooperation. The two organizations will work together on all kinds of initiatives — from sharing expertise in hydrogen production technology, regulatory insight, and educational resources, to hosting joint events that spotlight the role of hydrogen infrastructure in driving industrial progress. One major focus? Helping to decarbonize tough sectors where cutting emissions is no small feat — aka the hard-to-abate sectors.

Why This Partnership Works

Vietnam’s clean energy scene is growing at lightning speed, and when you combine that momentum with Canada’s deep technical know-how, you’ve got the perfect setup for real progress. It’s a mix of ambition and expertise — a recipe for turning big sustainability goals into on-the-ground action.

Shared Goals, Global Impact

Vietnam is working toward a bold target: net-zero emissions by 2050. At the same time, Canada is actively looking to grow its influence in the global clean tech space — and this agreement hits both marks. It opens the door for meaningful international collaboration in the race toward cleaner, greener energy systems.

This partnership doesn’t just symbolize cooperation — it kickstarts it, in one of the most critical areas of today’s energy transition.