Sustainable Development

Employment for more than 9,243 workers.

In 2023, Vinamilk continued to sponsor 500 million VND for the heart surgery program conducted by MD1 World Organization (US) and City Children's Hospital. Since 2019, Vinamilk has sponsored over 1.2 billion VND for the program that gives over 34 children the opportunity to live healthily.

Local economic development: 239,254 tons of purchased raw milk/year from farming households.

Distribution of gifts to the poor and victims of Agent Orange.

Over 250 SKUs in Vinamilk's portfolio covering all 63/63 provinces.

42 million glasses of milk worth 200 billion VND brought to more than 500,000 children over the course of 16 years under the “Stand Tall Vietnam” Milk Fund, and in 2023, more than 1.5 million glasses of milk brought to over 16,300 disadvantaged children in 14 provinces/cities.

16 years of running the School milk program with a contribution of 55 billion VND.

In 2023, Vinamilk maintained its extra care for the elderly by hosting well-being activities for this group. Notably, the series of events “Eat Well, Sleep Well, Live Well” from September to December 2023 was organized by Vinamilk in collaboration with the Vietnam Association of The Elderly in 10 provinces and cities nationwide.

In the 4th year of collaboration with the Vietnam Chief Nursing Club, Vinamilk continued to raise awareness about the importance of nutritional care for over 1,000 healthcare professionals nationwide, contributing to improving treatment efficiency for millions of people.

523 training courses with the participation of 30,221 attendees.

Vinamilk donated VND 200 million to the scholarship fund of Nguyen Thi Be Middle School.

Training courses for skills and professional development for farmers.

No discrimination.

Females accounted for 27.6% of the management levels.

100% compliance from member units regarding the permitted water consumption.

100% of water used meeting standards.

100% of wastewater treated through a standardized process.

125,108 m3 of water in production activities is fully recovered, recycled, and reused.

14,421,569 kWh of solar energy used, accounting for 8.49% of the total power consumption (for production).

Solar power installed at the Headquarters, 11 Factories, and 13 Farms.

Biomass-fired steam systems used at 10 Factories.

Providing high-income jobs for 9,243 employees.

Prioritizing local labor hire, and supporting capacity and knowledge building.

Exporting products to 60 countries and territories.

Building an occupational safety and health management system according to ISO 45001.

The most chosen dairy and dairy substitutes brand by Vietnamese consumers for the 11th consecutive year (Kantar Worldpanel).

Top 3 most chosen FMCG manufacturers by consumers (Kantar Worldpanel).

Top 1 Employer of Choice in 2022 - Fast Moving Consumer Goods Industry (surveyed by Career Builder).

Top 50 Best Performing Companies in Vietnam by Nhip Cau Dau Tu Magazine (12th consecutive year).

Top 10 Vietnamese Excellent Brands 2022 - 2023 by VnEconomy.

100% of the infrastructure reviewed to look for new investment opportunities.

No complaints about inequality.

No complaints about discrimination.

No forced labor, no child labor.

50% reduction of the shrink wrapping for product pallets, saving 29,499 kg of plastic.

All “Giac mo sua Viet” stores of Vinamilk say no to plastic bags.

Vinamilk's paper packaging is produced with Tetra Brik Aseptic technology. The packaging is fully recyclable and FSC-certified - guaranteeing environmental, economic, and social benefits.

Factory system certified to FSSC 22000, ISO 14001, ISO 50001, Organic EU.

Farm system certified to GlobalG.A.P, Organic EU.

Compliance with social responsibilities according to SMETA Sedex 4 Pillars standards.

Transparency of information to stakeholders.

Good customer services.

Top 10 Sustainable Enterprises Operating in the Manufacturing Sector by CSI 2023.

Top 5 Pioneers in Embracing Circular Economy and Reducing Carbon Footprint by CSI 2023.

In early 2023, Vinamilk launched a project to plant more than 1,000 trees in support of the “Net Zero Tree Planting” initiative by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment. This marks the beginning of a 5-year collaboration (2023-2027) with a budget of VND 15 billion.

In August 2023, Vinamilk partnered with Gaia Nature Conservation and Mui Ca Mau National Park to launch a 25-ha mangrove reforestation program at Mui Ca Mau National Park with a budget of nearly VND 4 billion.

Application of renewable energy and circular economy.

First prize for Sustainable Development Report and Awards for Enterprises with Excellent Greenhouse Gas Management.

Vinamilk Pathways to Dairy Net Zero program was awarded the most important category of the Human Act Prize 2023.

Environmental commitment of over 65,000 students through the series of events “Promotion and education for primary students on waste sorting for environmental protection” coordinated by Vinamilk and the Departments of Education.

Production wastewater properly treated before discharge.

13 Farms and 01 Center for Dairy Technology and Embryo Transfer certified to GlobalG.A.P.

02 farms certified to Organic EU.

No field burning in cultivation.

No hunting of wild animals.

Using organic fertilizers instead of inorganic and chemical fertilizers on farms with arable land.

Organizing the series of events “Promotion and education for primary students on waste sorting for environmental protection”, themed with Susu and Hero brands, in 10 provinces and cities, which attracted over 65,000 students. This helped to raise environmental protection awareness for future generations.

Giving comments and feedback on the elaboration and amendment of legal documents.

Supporting and accompanying the government in achieving 17 Sustainable Development Goals.

Promoting the application of technology in sustainable agriculture.

Establishing strategic partnerships with potential partners to seek opportunities for product portfolio expansion.

Enhancing trade promotion activities to seek new export customers.

Applying DSF framework and principles to the company's production and business practice.