Chapter 1. Land for construction
FPT University’s mission to provide affordable, high-quality education across Vietnam is closely linked to the development of new campuses in provinces and cities nationwide. The land used for campus construction is granted or leased and designated for educational purposes, in full compliance with Vietnamese laws and local regulations.
Campus construction does not take place on agricultural land, forest land, or residential areas. All sites are reclaimed or previously developed “brownfield” land, ensuring sustainable and responsible campus development.
Chapter 2. Green Design Standards
FPT University applies green design principles across all campuses and buildings to create sustainable, energy-efficient, and environmentally friendly learning environments. Each project is developed in accordance with national green construction regulations and the university’s internal “Green Campus” framework, maintaining consistency between architectural aesthetics and ecological responsibility.
FPT University’s campus planning and architectural design focus on:
- Create a modern, friendly, clean, beautiful, distinctive, and unique educational environment.
- Ensure the architectural spatial layout has rhythm and appropriate transitions in architectural forms, with reasonable building heights between functional areas and the inclusion of landmark structures.
- Organize landscaping spaces in harmony with infrastructure development, with particular emphasis on the main axis and open spaces.
- Use land efficiently to preserve comprehensive green cover.
Chapter 3. Green Materials
FPT University prioritizes the use of green, sustainable, and high-performance materials in all construction and renovation projects. The selection of materials follows strict environmental criteria to minimize the ecological footprint of each campus and ensure compliance with Vietnam’s Green Building Standards (TCVN) and international sustainable construction practices.
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Use local, recycled, and recyclable materials.
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Apply materials with high solar reflectivity.
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Install high-efficiency lighting, ventilation, and HVAC systems.
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Use water-efficient fixtures and equipment.
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Select materials that enhance acoustic comfort.
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Provide certificates verifying the sustainability of green materials used.
- Examples of certified green materials: Plasterboard: Vinh Tuong; Wall paint: Dulux
Chapter 4. Green Construction Standards
Green construction in Vietnam is governed by national regulations and standards that promote sustainable and environmentally responsible building practices. Key standards include:
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QCVN 01:2021/BXD – Planning and construction standards.
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QCVN 02:2021/BXD – Natural and climatic data standards.
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QCVN 06:2022/BXD – Fire safety standards for buildings and structures.
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QCVN 09:2017/BXD – Energy-efficient construction standards.
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QCVN 10:2014/BXD – Accessibility standards for people with disabilities.
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Other related standards on sustainable design and construction.
In addition to these national standards, Vietnam also has specific technical regulations for educational facilities, climate adaptation, accessibility, and sports facility design. These standards ensure that construction projects are developed in a sustainable, safe, and environmentally friendly manner, in accordance with guidelines issued by relevant authorities and professional organizations.
Chapter 5. Consultation from Specialized Partners on Green Construction and Architecture
1. Criteria for Green Architecture in Vietnam
FPT University follows the “Criteria for Green Architecture in Vietnam” issued by the Vietnam Architects Association, which include:
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Sustainable Location
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Efficient Use of Resources and Energy
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Indoor Environmental Quality
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Advanced and Distinctive Architecture
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Social and Humanitarian Sustainability
2. LEED-Related Green Building Certifications
FPT University has obtained several Singapore Green Building Product Certificates, including:
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Singapore Green Building Product Certificate – Interior Paint
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Singapore Green Building Product Certificate – Liquid-Applied Waterproofing
These certifications demonstrate the university’s commitment to using verified sustainable materials and adopting best practices in eco-friendly architecture.
Chapter 6. Environmental Impact Monitoring, Assessment, and Reporting
Carry out environmental impact assessment reports for all projects in accordance with the Law on Environmental Protection 2020 (effective from January 1, 2022) and Decree No. 08/2022/NĐ-CP detailing several articles of the Law on Environmental Protection.
- Organize the collection, classification, storage, transportation, and treatment of all types of waste generated — including domestic solid waste, industrial solid waste, hazardous waste, and other waste — strictly in compliance with Decree No. 38/2015/NĐ-CP and Circular No. 36/2015/TT-BTNMT;
- Rigorously manage and operate the wastewater collection and treatment systems to ensure that all wastewater generated during project operations meets the National Technical Regulation on Domestic Wastewater (QCVN 14:2008/BTNMT) before being discharged into the environment;
- Implement measures for prevention and mitigation of negative environmental impacts, as well as risk prevention and emergency response to environmental incidents;
- Conduct periodic environmental management and monitoring, with all environmental information updated and stored at project sites, and submitted to the Department of Natural Resources and Environment for inspection and supervision in accordance with current regulations.