Ms. Phạm Thị Trúc Thanh serves as the Head of Sustainability - Corporate Affairs at HEINEKEN Vietnam, where she leads the company’s strategic initiatives in renewable energy, carbon reduction, and circular economy practices. Under her leadership, HEINEKEN Vietnam has achieved impressive milestones, including sourcing 99% of its production energy from renewable sources in 2023, up from 96% in 2022. This commitment has resulted in a 93% reduction in carbon emissions compared to 2018.
Aligned with the Vietnamese Government’s sustainable development goals, HEINEKEN Vietnam continues to innovate in renewable energy solutions, with future plans to explore mechanisms such as Direct Power Purchase Agreements (DPPA) and expanded rooftop solar systems. Through robust circular economy efforts, the company has also achieved zero waste-to-landfill across all its breweries and enhanced packaging recycling rates, reaching 97% for glass bottles and 99% for plastic crates in 2023.
Driven by the vision of “For a Better Vietnam,” Ms. Thanh emphasizes leveraging technology to advance HEINEKEN’s sustainability roadmap, including the ambition to achieve net-zero emissions in production by 2030. Her efforts underscore a commitment to embedding sustainability at the core of HEINEKEN Vietnam’s business and production activities.