Vinhomes Strengthens Its Position at the Forefront of Smart City Development

Vinhomes Green Paradise, a 2,870-hectare coastal urban development in Can Gio, has achieved a groundbreaking milestone by becoming the first greenfield project worldwide to receive the Interim Custom ISO 37122 Smart City Certification from the World Council on City Data (WCCD). This certification, awarded before the project's first residents arrive, underscores Vinhomes' pioneering "ESG++" model, which goes beyond traditional environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles to incorporate regeneration and climate adaptation as core design elements.

The project's strategic placement of the adjacent UNESCO-recognized Cần Giờ Mangrove Biosphere Reserve at its core highlights Vinhomes' commitment to treating natural assets as integral components of urban infrastructure rather than peripheral considerations. By limiting building density to 16% of the total area and establishing the Forest Regeneration and Climate Adaptation Fund, Vinhomes transforms the mangrove ecosystem into a proactive defense against coastal erosion and storm surges, aligning with scientific recommendations for climate resilience in coastal cities.

Vinhomes' approach resonates with growing global concerns. The Health Effects Institute's 2025 State of Global Air report reveals that air pollution caused 8.1 million deaths in 2021, surpassing tobacco as the second leading global risk factor for death, particularly impacting low- and middle-income countries where urban expansion is most rapid.

As the smart-city market is projected to grow to USD 3.76 trillion by 2030, Vinhomes Green Paradise exemplifies the type of development that can independently demonstrate performance metrics in smart infrastructure and data-driven urban governance.

The project's emphasis on regeneration extends beyond conservation efforts. It actively restores local coastal ecosystems through targeted mangrove reforestation and biodiversity preservation, while its Climate Adaptation strategy re-engineers urban infrastructure to proactively withstand long-term environmental hazards. This comprehensive approach not only aligns with international standards but also provides measurable economic value.

Research by JLL across Asia Pacific shows that green-certified buildings can command rental premiums up to 28% in markets where supply continues to outstrip demand. As climate scientists call for coastal cities to adopt similar strategies, Vinhomes Green Paradise stands as a clear demonstration of how urban development can be simultaneously regenerative, resilient, and profitable.