Nominations are now open for Forbes Vietnam’s ESG Leaders 2026 list, spotlighting 50 of the most impactful companies across the country that are driving a more sustainable and inclusive future.
In recent years, Vietnam has emerged as one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing economies while committing to net-zero emissions by 2050—a pledge first made at COP26 that continues to shape national policy and investment priorities. Capital is increasingly flowing into renewable energy, green finance, and climate innovation, supported by major national strategies such as the Power Development Plan VIII, which targets up to 73GW of solar and 28GW of wind capacity by 2030. At the same time, the scale of the transition remains significant. Vietnam is estimated to require up to $368 billion to achieve its net-zero goals, placing pressure on both public and private sectors to mobilize capital and improve ESG transparency. ESG is no longer optional: it is increasingly a prerequisite for accessing global supply chains and attracting foreign investment.
Following the success of Forbes Vietnam Sustainable Summit 2025, the Forbes Vietnam ESG Leaders 2026 list will spotlight companies turning ambition into measurable impact, building solutions in an environment where conditions are far from perfect. We are looking to honor organizations with clarity of purpose and the resolve to act.
As we evaluate candidates for the Forbes Vietnam ESG Leaders 2026 list, we consider the following::
Demonstrates clear, measurable, and meaningful outcomes—beyond commitments or messaging.
Shows strong leadership in driving ESG practices, influencing stakeholders, and shaping industry direction.
Challenges existing models, explores new approaches, and develops solutions to complex ESG challenges.
Shows potential for scale, replication, or long-term systemic impact.
Prioritizes companies with significant contributions within the past five years.
Contributes to inclusive, responsible development—recognizing that sustainability and social equity are deeply interconnected.
The process begins with an open call for nominations. There is no application fee. Submissions will be reviewed by Forbes Vietnam’s editorial team, with selected companies invited to provide additional information. Finalists will be evaluated with input from industry experts across business, policy, and sustainability.
The final list will be compiled by Forbes Vietnam editors and presented alphabetically.
Environmental (E)
[35%] – Assesses efforts to reduce emissions, improve energy efficiency, and manage resources sustainably.
Social (S)
[25%] – Measures the company’s impact on employees and communities, including welfare, working conditions, and social responsibility.
Governance (G)
[25%] – Reflects transparency, governance structure, and risk management capabilities in operations.
Financial & Compliance (F)
[15%] – Evaluates financial performance alongside compliance with legal requirements and relevant standards.
1. Complete all required fields in the form.
2. Use actual data from financial statements / sustainability reports (latest audited period).
3. Attach supporting documents as required in the “Evidence” section.
4. Each indicator must include clear references (page, section in the report).
5. Prioritize quantitative data: if unavailable, clearly state “not yet measured” and provide a roadmap.
• Environmental/Labor violations in the past 12 months → Automatic disqualification.
• No GRI/TCFD/ISSB report or independent audit → Not eligible.
• Missing quantitative data for over 40% of indicators → Application invalid.
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