The Green Impact: How Expats Can Positively Influence Vietnam’s Environment
Expatriates in Vietnam, it’s time for some self-reflection. You’ve made this beautiful country your home, but are you doing your part to protect its environment? Are you an active participant in reducing pollution, or have you left it for someone else to deal with? Let’s explore ways we, as expats, can contribute to a greener Vietnam. Vietnam is a popular destination for expats from all corners of the globe, with many choosing to settle in bustling cities like Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi. However, when it comes to addressing pollution and environmental issues, the responsibility often falls solely on the shoulders of Vietnamese citizens. It’s time we, as expats, acknowledge our environmental impact and make conscious efforts to reduce it. I, too, was once a passive observer, living comfortably in Ho Chi Minh City for over a decade. I embodied the typical expat lifestyle: living in an apartment close to the city center, relying on motorbikes and taxis for transportation, and enjoying t...