YCP in Numbers
With 76% of Vietnamese firms reporting ESG compliance challenges,
76%*
having expert ESG consultancy is essential for regulatory success in Vietnam's evolving market.
Source: Vietnam Ministry of Planning and Investment, 2024
YCP ESG Experts in Vietnam
In today's Vietnam market, industries are rapidly evolving, demanding a dependable partner in ESG Consulting. Businesses require meticulous Sustainability Metrics management to excel amidst intense competition. YCP addresses these growing needs effectively.
YCP, backed by a team of global professionals, offers groundbreaking ESG Consulting in Vietnam. Our comprehensive expertise ensures overcoming market barriers, steering clients through entry complexities, and fueling industry growth by designing practical, hands-on approaches. Our deep-rooted experience in Vietnam has consistently enabled clients to leverage Sustainability Metrics to achieve their business objectives.
YCP's reputation as a premier ESG Consulting ally in Vietnam stems from our unwavering commitment to excellence and reliability. Our clients value our tailored strategies and sustainable development insights, geared to foster ongoing success in this vibrant market landscape.
Navigate and Succeed: Vietnam ESG at Your Service
Industries in Vietnam face a pressing need for robust Vietnam ESG Consulting due to evolving regulations and consumer expectations. Companies must adapt to ensure sustainable business practices.
YCP offers reliable Vietnam ESG Consulting to guide businesses in understanding and implementing effective strategies, aligning operations with global best practices, and driving sustainable growth.
Through tailored, insightful approaches, YCP empowers Vietnamese enterprises to excel in ESG disciplines, fostering resilience and ensuring compliance while fulfilling growth ambitions in Vietnam's competitive market.
Our Industries
Dominate Vietnam Through ESG
ESG Integration: A Policital Imperative in Vietnam
- Vietnam aims to reduce 55% of its greenhouse emissions by 2030. This necessitates the integration of Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) strategies for compliance.
- The government's commitment to sustainable industry standards presents Vietnam businesses with consulting opportunities to guide this necessary & transformative journey.
Leverage ESG to Compete in International Markets
- International demand for ESG-compliant products rose by 45% last year. Businesses lacking ESG integration risk being excluded from global market access.
- Harnessing ESG frameworks assures full compatibility with international market demands and diversifying into green product realms thus unlocking unprecedented global avenues.
Growing Demand for ESG Services among SME's
- The Vietnamese SME sector, which forms about 98% of enterprises, is expected to see a regulatory clamp on sustainable practices. Consequently their need for ESG consultancy burgeons.
- Assisting SMEs adoption of ESG practices can place consultancy firms at the industry's hub, fostering beneficial loops of sustainability-driven collaborations.
ESG's Necessity for Attracting Global Ventures
- An increasing 60% of foreign investors prioritize ESG benchmarks prior to infiltrating markets. Establishing Vietnam as a top-notch ESG-adherent locality draws in massive funding.
- By ensuring ESG compliance, Vietnam stands to align its entrepreneurial environment with investor’s principles, gearing several sectors up for lucrative partnerships.
Our Clients
We have worked with more than 2000 companies throughout various industries.
What Our Clients Say About Us
"The engagement conducted by YCP was comprehensive and was very helpful for Shell to take immediate strategic decisions and actions in our market; their work allowed Shell to see the unseen, especially with regards to the competitor assessment and detailed customer issues. The YCP team has always been professional to work with, and I've appreciated how they accommodate client requests and enthusiastically took on the challenges we gave them. Overall, I am very happy with the services provided by YCP, they managed to get very insightful and unbiased recommendations for our business."
Marketing Implementer for Indonesia, Singapore & Vietnam
Shell
"YCP made sure they had a thorough understanding of our business needs and objectives and focused on the key aspects of the Vietnam market that helped us with our market development strategies. Their analysis and recommendations provided us with clear insights into the decision of our strategic options. "
Managing Director Asia Pacific
Teva Pharma
Results Through Expertise: Case Studies
Learn how we help clients build and implement strategies
that drive sustainable growth in today’s complex business landscape.
Market Study and Opportunity Assessment for Plant-Based Protein Crops
Client
Global Ingredients Solutions Provider
Area
Asia Pacific
Expertise Scope
Market Analysis and Sizing
Project Summary
We conducted a comprehensive study to identify the most attractive sources for plant-based protein crops and assess demand within the APAC market. Our approach included in-depth industry analysis, market sizing, supplier mapping, and regional synthesis, providing the client with a clear understanding of market opportunities and the competitive landscape for plant-based proteins in the region.
Bid Strategy Development and Advisory Support for On-Shore Wind Energy Projects
Client
Renewable Energy Developer in Southeast Asia
Area
Southeast Asia
Expertise Scope
Renewable Energy Bid Strategy and Advisory, Financial Modeling
Project Summary
We supported the client in bidding for on-shore wind energy projects in the second phase of the GEAP. Our advisory services included reviewing the Terms of Reference and Auction Procedure, conducting analyses to shortlist wind sites, preparing an internal business plan, performing market scans and interloper analysis, developing financial models, and crafting a bid strategy to boost the client's competitiveness in securing these renewable energy projects.
YCP in Media
Our Group CEO Yuki Ishida and Managing Partner Karambir Anand shared insights at the ASEAN–Japan Young Business Leaders’ Summit.
At the Asian Power Summit 2025, our Director Harika G. led a session on Asia’s evolving energy mix.
Singapore Business Review featured Karambir Anand on Singapore’s expanding solar capacity and energy challenges.
Publications
Policy Ambitions Versus Reality – The Current Energy Transition in Vietnam
Vietnam is rapidly transitioning its energy system as power demand rises alongside industrial growth. While the government targets net-zero emissions by 2050, infrastructure, regulatory, and financing gaps slow progress. LNG, wind, and energy storage are key levers in the transition from coal to a greener energy mix.
The Strategic Response of Vietnamese Enterprises Amid US-China Tensions: Market Diversification and Embracing ESG Compliance
Vietnam’s export-led growth faces rising pressure as U.S.–China trade tensions and tariff risks intensify. While China+1 has driven past gains, firms must adapt by diversifying export markets, leveraging FTAs, and strengthening ESG capabilities to remain competitive and resilient in a shifting global trade environment.
政策愿景与现实——越南当前的能源转型
随着工业增长推动电力需求上升，越南正加快推进能源体系转型。尽管政府提出到2050年实现净零排放的目标，但基础设施、监管和融资方面的不足仍制约着转型进程。液化天然气（LNG）、风能和储能是推动从煤炭向更绿色能源结构转型的关键抓手。
中美紧张局势下越南企业的战略应对：市场多元化与 ESG 合规
随着中美贸易紧张局势加剧以及关税风险上升，越南以出口为导向的增长模式正面临更大压力。尽管「China+1」战略曾推动阶段性增长，但企业需通过出口市场多元化、充分利用自由贸易协定（FTA），以及强化ESG能力，才能在不断变化的全球贸易环境中保持竞争力和韧性。
Meet Our Experts
Establish industry dominance with our experts and partners
Yuki Ishida
Managing Partner
Nationality: Japanese
Region Coverage:
Asia, North America
Past Experience:
Goldman Sachs
Pilar Dieter
Managing Partner
Nationality: American
Region Coverage:
Asia, North America
Past Experience:
Alaris Consulting
Shingo Kasumoto
Managing Partner
Nationality: Japanese
Region Coverage:
Asia
Past Experience:
P&G
Leon Cheng
Partner
Nationality: Chinese
Region Coverage:
Asia, North America, South America
Past Experience:
EAC, DHL
Keiya Masuno
Partner
Nationality: Japanese
Region Coverage:
Japan
Past Experience:
McKinsey & Company, RareJob Inc., and Spiber株式会社
Laurent Fihey
Partner
Nationality: French
Region Coverage:
Europe, Asia, Middle East, Africa, North America, South America
Past Experience:
Arthur Andersen, Advancy
Chi Ly
Director
Nationality: Vietnamese
Region Coverage:
Asia
Past Experience:
KPMG, PwC
Karambir Anand
Managing Partner
Nationality: Indian
Region Coverage:
ASEAN, China, India, United States, Europe, Australia
Past Experience:
EY-Parthenon, McKinsey & Company
Imad Alfadel
Partner
Nationality: Emiratis
Region Coverage:
UAE, Indonesia and Singapore
Past Experience:
Emerging Investment Partners (EIP), Generation Alfa SA
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YCP Group is the leading professional firm in Asia empowering excellence through diverse expertise:
- YCP
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YCP Group is the leading professional firm in Asia empowering excellence through diverse expertise:
- YCP
- YCP Auctus
- YCP Consus
