The World Council on City Data (WCCD) has officially awarded Vinhomes Green Paradise - Can Gio the Interim Custom ISO 37122 Smart City Certification, recognizing the project's substantial progress in smart city development. This milestone positions the development as a global benchmark for sustainable urban growth, setting new standards for greenfield projects worldwide.
The certification follows a comprehensive assessment by WCCD, based on a customized indicators framework developed specifically for greenfield projects, incorporating the core principles of ISO 37122, an internationally respected standard for measuring smart city performance. Dr. Patricia McCarney, President & CEO of WCCD, stated: "This WCCD Interim Custom ISO 37122 Smart City Certification recognizes Vinhomes' long-term vision and commitment to developing a smart, sustainable, and future-ready urban model. The project is now equipped with a powerful baseline of data designed to propel success, providing a strong foundation for year-over-year monitoring of development goals in smart urban governance, infrastructure development, technology adoption, and sustainability, ensuring Full ISO 37122 Certification once operations commence."
The certification is a critical step toward Full Certification upon project operation, and it underscores Vinhomes' commitment to international standards. Mr. Chulse Oh, Head of AX Group at Korea Management Association Consultants (KMAC), commented: "The award of the WCCD Interim Custom ISO 37122 Smart City Certification marks an important milestone in realizing the vision of a world-class smart city in Vietnam. KMAC will continue to support the project in developing smart city solutions and implementation strategies."
Launched in March 2026, the Smart City Certification Project is a partnership between Vinhomes, WCCD, Standardized Urban Metrics (SUM), and KMAC. This Interim Certification represents the first major milestone in refining criteria for a comprehensive smart city model aligned with international standards.
Vinhomes Green Paradise benefits from a unique location overlooking the Can Gio Sea and adjacent to the UNESCO-recognized Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve, spanning over 75,000 hectares. The development covers 2,870 hectares with a construction density of only 16%. Vinhomes is implementing its enhanced ESG++ model, structured around five pillars: Environment, Social, Governance, Regeneration, and Climate Adaptation.
Upon full operation, the entire urban management system will be greened, aiming for 100% clean electricity from renewable sources and 100% net-zero emission transportation. The project also emphasizes biodiversity conservation and ecosystem regeneration, in line with Ho Chi Minh City's climate adaptation strategy. A Forest Regeneration and Climate Adaptation Fund will be established to finance research, restoration, and resilience initiatives, focusing on regenerating the Can Gio mangrove ecosystem.
With its pioneering ESG++ vision, Vinhomes Green Paradise has become the first Official Participant in the "7 Wonders of the Future Cities" campaign by New7Wonders. This certification reinforces Vinhomes' leadership in advancing smart and sustainable urban models that meet international standards, positioning the project as a benchmark future city for the region and the world.
