07 Sep 2025
In a global context facing pressing environmental challenges, every consumer choice we make carries significant meaning, helping to shape the future of our planet. The beauty industry, an indispensable part of modern life, is also entering a new era. The concept of "sustainable beauty" is no longer a fleeting trend but a lifestyle philosophy embraced by many young people, especially students in major cities like Ho Chi Minh City. Through the research "Organic Cosmetics and Environmental Consciousness in Vietnam," a student research team from the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) has explored the motivations driving the younger generation towards organic cosmetics.
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28 Aug 2025
Amid the influence of social media and the green consumption wave, consumers today have greater access to and scrutiny over brand information, particularly regarding corporate social and environmental responsibility. This compels businesses not only to communicate sustainability effectively but also to act genuinely in favor of sustainable development. However, in practice, many companies use “green” messaging in a superficial or misleading manner – commonly referred to as “greenwashing” – causing consumers to question and lose trust in brands. In response to this context, a study by a researcher from the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) analyzed how young consumers perceive and react to greenwashing behavior, thereby clarifying its impact on sustainable consumption intentions.
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15 Aug 2025
Green logistics has emerged as a survival strategy for enterprises in the era of digital transformation and climate change. However, in Vietnam, the application of advanced technologies to the “greening” of logistics operations still faces multiple barriers. This research, conducted by a scholar from the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH), is grounded in a systematic theoretical review, offering a comprehensive picture drawn from global experiences and proposing solutions to foster the integration of Industry 4.0 into green logistics.
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14 Aug 2025
From July 28 to August 2, 2025, King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi (Thailand) hosted the third edition of the ASEAN+ Summer Camp, themed “Industrial Innovation for Sustainable Entrepreneurship” aiming to foster an entrepreneurial spirit among students through hands-on learning programs, complemented by company visits, as well as a variety of cultural, artistic, and knowledge-exchange activities.
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07 Aug 2025
Single-use plastics have become an incredibly familiar part of daily life, from morning coffee cups to plastic bags for groceries. However, this convenient habit is leaving severe consequences for the environment and human health. A study by a group of students at the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) has revealed authentic insights into how students think and act regarding single-use plastics. This article not only tells the story of young people's awareness and habits but also inspires everyone, from students to working professionals, to join hands in creating change for a greener future.
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29 Jul 2025
In the post-pandemic context, consumers are increasingly concerned about health, quality, and the environment. However, the market is still flooded with low-quality goods "disguised as green," causing consumer confusion. In the trend of green consumption, technologies like iCheck have emerged due to their ability to provide transparent product information. But does this transparency really influence green consumer behavior? And have current marketing strategies met expectations? Grappling with that question, a research team from the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) conducted a study on "The Impact of Product Transparency Through the Icheck Application and Other Green Marketing Factors on Green Consumer Behavior in Ho Chi Minh City."
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