Conditions for new investment in eco-industrial parks are the latest proposals

Conditions for proposing new investment in eco-industrial parks set strict standards to ensure sustainable and environmentally friendly development. Investors need to clearly understand the regulations in Circular 05/2025/TT-BKHDT to prepare documents and procedures effectively. This article by Long Phan Consulting Company will provide detailed information about the conditions and procedures related to proposed new investment in eco-industrial parks.

What is an eco-industrial park?

An eco-industrial park is defined as an industrial park in which businesses engage in cleaner production, efficient use of resources, and cooperate in production to realize industrial symbiosis.

Conditions for proposing new investment in eco-industrial parks

According to the provisions of Article 5 Circular 05/2025/TT-BKHDT, investment projects to build and operate eco-industrial park infrastructure need to meet the following conditions:

• The investment project proposal or Pre-feasibility study report of the eco-industrial park infrastructure investment project must include the contents as prescribed in Point a, Clause 2, Article 8 and Point a, Clause 2, Article 38 of Decree 35/2022/ND-CP.
• Investment projects to build and operate eco-industrial park infrastructure need to meet the conditions specified in Point a, Clause 2, Article 38 of Decree 35/2022/ND-CP, including:
• It is expected that the main industries and occupations attracting investment in the industrial park must be determined according to the construction planning of the industrial park approved by a competent state agency.
• Estimated emission levels for main industries and occupations must be calculated on the basis of greenhouse gas inventory guidance of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) or relevant international tools and guidance on greenhouse gas inventory of industries and fields issued by competent authorities.
• It is expected that the industrial symbiosis plan must be classified according to the provisions of Clause 1, Article 2 of Circular 05/2025/TT-BKHDT.
• A plan to build and implement a mechanism to monitor input and output of industrial parks on the use of raw materials, water, energy, chemicals, waste, and scrap can be prepared and implemented on the system specified in Point b, Clause 1, Article 3 of Circular 05/2025/TT-BKHDT.
• Plans for implementing social responsibility towards the surrounding community can be built according to the Social Responsibility Report (CSR), Environmental, Social, Governance Report (ESG) or similar sustainable development reports.
• Commit to meeting the criteria for determining eco-industrial parks specified in Article 37 of Decree 35/2022/ND-CP within 08 years from the time the industrial park is established and clearly define the implementation roadmap.

Procedures for granting eco-industrial park certificates

To be granted an eco-industrial park certificate, the following procedures must be followed:

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The registration dossier for eco-industrial park certification includes:

• Registration document for certification of eco-industrial park.
• Report on the operation and investment attraction of the industrial park.
• Evaluate and explain the ability to meet the criteria for determining an eco-industrial park.
• Other documents related to the industrial park (if any).

Procedure

The procedure for granting an eco-industrial park certificate includes the following steps:

Step 1: Submit application

Investors implementing investment projects on construction and business of industrial park infrastructure prepare 06 sets of registration documents for eco-industrial park certification and send them to the Management Board of industrial parks and economic zones.

Step 2: Appraise documents and issue certificates

• Within 03 working days from the date of receiving complete dossiers, the Industrial Park and Economic Zone Management Board sends dossiers to the Ministry of Planning and Investment, Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, Ministry of Science and Technology, Ministry of Industry and Trade and Ministry of Construction.
• Within 15 days from the date of receipt of complete documents, the consulted agency has its opinion on meeting the criteria for determining the eco-industrial park.
• Within 40 days from the date of receiving complete dossiers, the Management Board of industrial parks and economic zones organizes the evaluation of dossiers and prepares a report assessing the satisfaction of the criteria for determining an eco-industrial park.
• In case the assessment results are satisfactory, the Industrial Park and Economic Zone Management Board shall report to the Provincial People’s Committee to issue an Eco-Industrial Park Certificate to investors implementing investment projects on construction and business of industrial park infrastructure.
• In case the assessment results do not meet the requirements, within 03 working days from the date of the assessment results, the Industrial Park and Economic Zone Management Board is responsible for notifying the enterprise in writing and clearly stating the reason for the failure.

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Consulting services on the conditions for new investment in eco-industrial parks

Long Phan Consulting Company provides professional consulting services on the conditions for new investment in eco-industrial parks. We support customers with the following issues:

• Consulting on the conditions for new investment in eco-industrial parks.
• Research documents and evaluate the legality of eco-industrial park investment projects.
• Draft and complete registration documents for eco-industrial park certification.
• Instructions on procedures for applying for an eco-industrial park registration certificate.
• Investor representatives work and explain to competent state agencies.
• Consulting on solutions that meet eco-industrial park criteria.
• Monitor application processing progress and update information for investors.
• Consulting on legal issues arising during the investment and operation of eco-industrial parks.

Questions and answers about conditions for proposing new investment in eco-industrial parks

Below are frequently asked questions about conditions for proposing new investment in eco-industrial parks that customers can refer to:

What benefits does the eco-industrial park bring to businesses and the community?

Eco-industrial parks help businesses save production costs, improve resource use efficiency, and enhance reputation and competitiveness. At the same time, it contributes to protecting the environment, improving public health and promoting sustainable economic development.

How is the process of evaluating and monitoring the activities of eco-industrial parks carried out?

The evaluation and monitoring process is periodically carried out by the Management Board of industrial parks and economic zones and competent state agencies, based on criteria on resource use, emissions, industrial symbiosis and social responsibility.

How long does it take for an industrial park to meet the criteria of an eco-industrial park?

According to the information provided, investors need to commit to meeting the criteria for determining eco-industrial parks specified in Article 37 of Decree 35/2022/ND-CP within 08 years from the time the industrial park is established and clearly define the implementation roadmap.

What are the common difficulties when carrying out procedures for applying for an eco-industrial park certificate?

Common difficulties include preparing complex documents, meeting strict environmental and technical criteria, and lengthy appraisal times.

How to update the latest regulations on eco-industrial parks?

Businesses can update information from the websites of the Ministry of Planning and Investment, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, and industrial park and economic zone management agencies.

What types of documents are considered other relevant documents in the application for an eco-industrial park certificate?

Other relevant documents may include certification of waste treatment measures, or environmental protection procedures.

Answering the conditions for proposing new investment in eco-industrial parks

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Customers should carefully study current legal regulations before making investment decisions. Eco-industrial parks are a model of sustainable development, bringing long-term economic and social benefits. For detailed advice on conditions for proposing new investment in eco-industrial parks, please contact Long Phan Consulting Company via the hotline: 0906735386.