In Vietnam, the need to improve access to finance for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) has been recognised by the government. Efforts are being taken to increase lending to SMEs generally and to diversify the types of financing available for SMEs. Fostering green growth and low-carbon development are also among the government’s top priorities. However, existing financial institutions are still somewhat inexperienced in providing financing to enterprises in green sectors.
This study examines opportunities available for SMEs to obtain funding for sustainable consumption and production (SCP) measures, in particular for green innovations, effi- ciency improvements and pollution abatement. The study also identifies current challenges that restrain access to (green) finance for SMEs.
