Key Focus Areas
About RIWEM
An independent institute bridging science, practice, and policy through applied research, pilot projects, and capacity development
Our Mission
- •Advance sustainable environmental and climate solutions
- •Strengthen resilience of communities and institutions
- •Support evidence-based policy and planning
- •Promote education, innovation, and knowledge exchange
- •Foster regional and international cooperation
Our Approach
- •Science-based and field-grounded
- •Participatory and people-centered
- •Interdisciplinary and cross-sectoral
- •Scalable and policy-relevant
Who We Work With
RIWEM collaborates with government agencies, academic institutions, development partners, communities, and the private sector, working across multiple thematic areas related to environment, climate, education, innovation, and sustainable development.
Areas of Work
Comprehensive solutions across five interconnected domains
Environment & Climate Action
- Climate change adaptation and mitigation
- Environmental monitoring and assessment
- Ecosystem-based and nature-based solutions
- Sustainable management of natural resources
Water & Environmental Health
- Water supply and treatment solutions
- Rainwater harvesting and reuse
- Pollution control and environmental safety
- Linkages between environment and public health
Education, Youth & Capacity Building
- School-based sustainability programs
- Environmental and climate education
- Youth engagement and leadership initiatives
- Professional training and technical workshops
Circular Economy & Green Innovation
- Circular use of water, materials, and resources
- Sustainable and decentralized infrastructure
- Green technologies and pilot demonstrations
- Innovation-to-implementation pathways
Community Resilience & Governance
- Community-based adaptation approaches
- Participatory planning and stakeholder engagement
- Local governance and institutional strengthening
- Inclusive and gender-responsive practices
Programs & Initiatives
Flagship programs driving sustainable impact across communities
Rain School Initiative
A flagship education-centered initiative integrating environmental learning, climate awareness, and practical innovation through school-based programs and community engagement.
The Rain School Initiative links infrastructure, education, and behavior change, supporting long-term resilience for schools and surrounding communities.
Applied Environmental & Climate Projects
RIWEM designs and implements applied projects addressing local environmental and climate challenges, combining technical solutions with social, institutional, and policy considerations.
Research for Policy & Practice
Applied research activities supporting:
- •Policy formulation and review
- •Planning and decision-making processes
- •Scaling of proven pilot models
Our Services
RIWEM works through multiple collaboration and service formats
Leadership
Dr. Nguyen Duc Canh
Chairman & Director – RIWEM
Dr. Nguyen Duc Canh is a researcher and practitioner with expertise in environmental management, climate resilience, and circular economy approaches. He received his PhD from Seoul National University and has extensive experience leading and contributing to national and international projects across Asia.
Impact & Engagement
RIWEM's work contributes to meaningful change across communities and institutions
Strengthened environmental and climate resilience
Building adaptive capacity to face environmental challenges
Improved access to sustainable solutions
Delivering practical innovations to communities in need
Enhanced capacity of schools, communities, and institutions
Empowering stakeholders through education and training
Regional cooperation and knowledge exchange
Fostering collaboration across borders and sectors
Work With RIWEM
RIWEM welcomes collaboration with public, academic, development, and private partners
Research and pilot projects
Training and capacity building programs
Environmental and climate initiatives
Regional and international cooperation
Contact Us
Get in touch to discuss collaboration opportunities
Phone
+84 911 656 383Address
Dong Tam, Le Loi Ward
Ha Long City, Quang Ninh Province
Vietnam