Bradford University Expands Clean Energy Collaboration in Vietnam

New workshop at Hanoi University of Science and Technology highlights sustainable energy

The University of Bradford has recently enhanced its international cooperation on sustainable energy through a specialist workshop held at Hanoi University of Science and Technology (HUST). The event forms part of ongoing efforts to support the clean energy transition and was delivered by senior academics from Bradford’s Institute of Digital and Sustainable Futures and School of Computing and Engineering.

Workshop details and participants

The session was led by Professor Ben Whiteside, Director of the Institute of Digital and Sustainable Futures, alongside Dr Cuong Dao from the School of Computing and Engineering. It focused on emerging technologies and pathways towards a sustainable energy future, attracting strong interest from both academics and students at HUST. The workshop was part of the British Council-funded iTechPath project, which aims to foster international collaboration in technology and sustainability.

Broader engagement with Vietnamese institutions

In addition to the workshop at HUST, the University of Bradford delegation held discussions with several other Vietnamese institutions, including:

• Hanoi University of Transport and Communication
• Institute of Energy Technology
• Hanoi University of Mining and Geology

These discussions centred on potential future research and educational partnerships focused on clean energy and transportation systems.

Comments from University representatives

Dr Cuong Dao described the workshop as a significant development for both the University of Bradford and its Vietnamese partners. He emphasised that the collaboration strengthens shared expertise in clean energy and aligns with Bradford’s strategic goals to promote global cooperation in sustainability and digital innovation. The partnership aims to accelerate research efforts and develop practical solutions that could benefit communities in Vietnam, the UK, and beyond.