ENVIRONMENTAL NEWS
Village lead production hurts local children
11/12/2014|08:46:00
Producing lead from batteries has become a lucrative occupation for residents of Dong Mai Village. Yet few realise how seriously it is affecting children, 300 of whom currently suffer from lead poisoning, according to the National Institute of Occupational and Environmental Health.
Vietnam takes stock of resources
08/12/2014|09:17:00
Vietnam has taken the first step toward valuing its stores of natural resources – called its natural capital - a Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment representative said at a workshop held on December 5 in Hanoi.