A UN model of sustainable construction in Vietnam

The Green One United Nations House (GOUNH) in Hanoi, which was inaugurated in 2015 with the presence of UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-Moon, indicates the Growth of Viet Nam and UN cooperation in terms of sustainable development. The GOUNH staff has been encouraged to work in a way of green behaviors by reducing printing, replacing plastic products and using means of public transport. As a result, GOUNH achieved a third of their energy reduction target by boosting solar water heating and smart environment control. The appropriate fixture also generates a 42% reduction of water use. In addition, the building uses solar panels to collect power energy.

After three years putting into operation, the GOUNH has been acclaimed by international community with a lot of awards. This is a sustainable model in which innovative models and sustainable management practice represent foundations to meet sustainable development goals. GOUNH is considered as a typical, successful building of the cooperation between Vietnam and UN.