Project Description
To support the development of a USD 50 million water pollution control fund backed by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), ICEM carried out a comprehensive background study focused on pollution challenges in the Dong Nai River Basin and Da Nang City, Vietnam. The aim was to identify key sources of water pollution and assess the local and national framework necessary to design an effective funding mechanism that addresses environmental degradation in these areas.
Objectives, Activities and Results
The study included a survey of water pollution sources and water quality data in the target areas, a review of relevant national and local water pollution legislation, and an assessment of funding demand among more than 50 polluting establishments. It also analyzed existing local-level funding mechanisms, reviewed wastewater treatment costs and technologies, and assessed other donor initiatives in pollution control. The findings informed the structure and priorities of the proposed pollution control fund, ensuring it was aligned with actual needs, legal frameworks, and technological options available in Vietnam.
