The program is within the framework of the National Program on energy saving and efficiency in the period 2019 - 2030. The event was attended by leaders of the Ministry of Industry and Trade, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, agencies of the National Assembly, the Vietnam Labor Federation, the European Union Delegation to Vietnam, and many representatives of agencies, departments and business associations.
With the message "Green Creativity - Green Future", the race attracted more than 2,000 participants including officials, civil servants, public employees, workers in the Ministry of Industry and Trade and relevant departments and agencies; representatives of units, social organizations, industry associations; representatives of manufacturing and business enterprises; people who love jogging; athletes from some amateur running clubs...
In particular, the event also had the participation of program ambassadors who are famous people such as football player Duy Manh, actor Le Hai and Top 5 Miss Vietnam 2024 Pham Thuy Duong.
Speaking at the ceremony, Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hoang Long affirmed that in the new development phase, the use of energy economically and efficiently has transformed from a purely technical solution into a key driving force.
The Deputy Minister emphasized: "Energy saving not only helps optimize costs but also promotes production, innovation and increases competitiveness for both businesses and the economy in the context of sustainable growth.
Efforts from policy to action
Over the past time, the Ministry of Industry and Trade has chaired the implementation of many programs and policies to promote the use of energy economically and efficiently, supporting businesses to innovate technology, improve production processes, and improve energy efficiency, thereby making positive contributions to the green transformation process of the economy. In addition, the Ministry of Industry and Trade is promoting the use of clean fuels and biofuels in the transportation sector, contributing to diversifying energy supplies...
The launching ceremony and the Run in response to "All people use energy economically and effectively and respond to the Earth Hour 2026 Campaign" is one of the outstanding activities, showing the spirit of action of the community towards a greener lifestyle, more energy-saving and efficient.
This year's program not only continues to emphasize the use of energy economically and efficiently, but also aims for an important shift, which is to proactively innovate in energy use. From technology application, management innovation to changing consumer behavior, each solution today will contribute to creating more sustainable values for the future.
After the direct race, a series of programs will be activated simultaneously nationwide, notably: The online race is implemented through the 84RACE sports training application from March 21st to April 11th, expected to attract nearly tens of thousands of professional and amateur athletes from all over the country; The online contest "Learning about energy saving, responding to Earth Hour 2026 Campaign" takes place from March 21st to April 11th on the website https://tietkiemnangluong. com. vn/.
Through this race and launching ceremony, the Ministry of Industry and Trade hopes to continue to spread the spirit of responsibility of each individual and organization in protecting resources, towards a green and sustainable future for Vietnam.
The race in response to "All people use energy economically and effectively and respond to Earth Hour Campaign 2026" is organized in two forms:
- Offline form: Organizing a running race taking place at Tay Ho Creative Cultural Space, Tay Ho Ward, Hanoi City, with a distance of 3 km.
- Online form: Organize online running tournaments through the 84RACE and Strava sports training applications, deployed nationwide, taking place from March 21, 2026 - April 11, 2026.
Information about the Program will be posted on Industry and Trade Magazine and Fanpage Joining hands to use energy economically and efficiently (https://www. facebook. com/chuyendichxanhtuonglaixanh).
- From February 2026, the Ministry of Industry and Trade has sent documents to the People's Committees of provinces and cities, Vietnam Electricity Group and related units on coordinating propaganda and organizing activities to respond to the movement "All people use energy economically and effectively and respond to the Earth Hour 2026 Campaign", associated with the goal of green transformation, innovation and improving energy efficiency.
- In Vietnam, Earth Hour Campaign has been implemented since 2009, with the active participation of Vietnam Electricity Group (EVN) from the early years. For nearly two decades, EVN has coordinated with relevant agencies and organizations to implement many response activities nationwide, contributing to spreading the message of economical and efficient electricity use in the community.
