On July 21, in Hanoi, the thematic supervision delegation "Implementation of policies and laws on environmental protection since the Law on Environmental Protection 2020 takes effect" worked with the Ministry of Construction.
At the meeting, Deputy Minister of Construction Nguyen Van Sinh explained the opinions of the Supervisory Delegation; at the same time, he proposed that the National Assembly review and amend the Law on Environmental Protection to suit the new organizational structure of the Government and localities after streamlining and merging some administrative boundaries.
Strongly allocate localities autonomy in handling administrative procedures on environmental protection; preferential mechanisms, encourage organizations to participate in environmental protection activities...
Vice Chairman of the National Assembly Le Minh Hoan suggested that the Ministry of Construction ensure full compliance with the provisions of the Law on Environmental Protection 2020 and guiding documents.
From its management practice, it is recommended that the Ministry of Construction proactively study and propose amendments and supplements to the Law on Environmental Protection and other laws and relevant legal documents in the coming time.
The Ministry of Construction is requested to continue reviewing the entire system of standards, regulations, andushing issues, integrating requirements on environmental protection and climate change response for the construction and transportation sectors.
It is necessary to review and remove regulations on the management of outdated solid construction waste, no longer in line with the thinking of the circular economy; supplement and perfect regulations on recycling, reuse of solid construction waste, and turning waste into resources.
The Ministry of Construction needs to have drastic solutions, creating a positive change in the treatment of ash, rust, and plaster from thermal power plants, which is a national environmental challenge. The Ministry needs to play a key role in creating an "outlet" for these types of waste.
Vice Chairman of the National Assembly Le Minh Hoan suggested that the Ministry of Construction should consider this an urgent task and resolve it as soon as possible in conjunction with the implementation of the Construction Materials Development Strategy approved by the Prime Minister.
It is necessary to form a breakthrough thinking on economic and socialized investment tools, digital transformation; research and apply the principle that polluting people must pay substantially in the fields of construction and transportation.
Applying new technology and digital transformation in construction management, transportation, etc., minimizing environmental impact.
Vice Chairman of the National Assembly Le Minh Hoan also suggested that the Ministry of Construction should be proactive in inspecting compliance with environmental laws at construction sites, construction materials production facilities, and regulations on environmental protection in transportation activities.
Coordinate with the Government Inspectorate to strictly handle and publicize violations of dust, noise, and waste management to create deterrence; coordinate with ministries to avoid creating gaps in management.
Vice Chairman of the National Assembly Le Minh Hoan affirmed that living in a clean environment is the desire of voters and people and a requirement for sustainable development.
Solving environmental problems in the field of construction and transportation requires a comprehensive approach, from perfecting institutions, policies, planning, investing in green infrastructure, to technology transformation and raising people's awareness.
The National Assembly's monitoring delegation suggested that the Ministry of Construction should continue to make more fundamental, stronger and more substantial changes in environmental protection in the fields of construction and transportation.
