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Application of Low-Carbon Measures in Logistics Service Providers in Vietnam: A Comparative Study between Domestic and Foreign-Invested Companies

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  • Kiem Pham Van

    (Department of Logistics and Supply Chain, Thuongmai University, Hanoi 100000, Vietnam)

  • Huong Tran Thi Thu

    (Department of Logistics and Supply Chain, Thuongmai University, Hanoi 100000, Vietnam)

  • Thu Trang Pham

    (Department of Logistics and Supply Chain, Thuongmai University, Hanoi 100000, Vietnam)

  • Khac Huy Nguyen

    (Department of Logistics and Supply Chain, Thuongmai University, Hanoi 100000, Vietnam)

  • Phuong Thao Vu

    (Department of Logistics and Supply Chain, Thuongmai University, Hanoi 100000, Vietnam)

Abstract

The logistics industry has been as a significant contributor to carbon emissions. Within Vietnam’s logistics sector, there is a notable contrast in terms of the quantity of foreign and Vietnamese companies and their respective market shares. This article used a structured survey and descriptive analysis to investigate the low-carbon-emission measures employed by domestic and foreign-invested logistics service providers (LSPs), comparing the results of these two groups, and in-depth interviews were applied for further discussion. The relevant literature was reviewed and expert insights were used to develop a comprehensive questionnaire, resulting in 166 completed responses, of which 159 were suitable for data analysis. The findings reveal variations in the degree to which low-carbon practices are adopted by foreign and domestic firms. In addition to changes in transport modes and the use of energy-saving lighting, the adoption levels of other low-carbon practices show that foreign LSPs exhibit higher engagement compared to their domestic counterparts. This can be attributed to their extensive global operations, greater access to capital resources, and a greater awareness of the importance of green initiatives in developed countries. In conclusion, this study conducts a comparative analysis between foreign-invested and domestic firms, which has not been previously investigated.

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  • Kiem Pham Van & Huong Tran Thi Thu & Thu Trang Pham & Khac Huy Nguyen & Phuong Thao Vu, 2023. "Application of Low-Carbon Measures in Logistics Service Providers in Vietnam: A Comparative Study between Domestic and Foreign-Invested Companies," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 15(19), pages 1-16, September.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jsusta:v:15:y:2023:i:19:p:14405-:d:1251963
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