Vinhomes Green Paradise, a 2,870-hectare coastal urban development in Can Gio, Vietnam, has been recognized by New7Wonders as the first Official Participant worldwide in its '7 Wonders of Future Cities' campaign. The announcement, made via Media OutReach Newswire, positions the project as a global exemplar of how future cities can harmonize urban life with natural ecosystems. The recognition matters because it signals a shift in how urban development is evaluated: not merely for economic output or architectural grandeur, but for its ability to regenerate the environment and enhance human well-being.
Under the New7Wonders evaluation framework, Vinhomes Green Paradise stands out across three core pillars: Environment & Nature, Smart Cities, and People-Centered Development. The project fronts the sea and borders the UNESCO-recognized 75,000-hectare Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve. With a building density of just 16%, it devotes substantial land to greenery and water, anchored by an 800-hectare natural saltwater lagoon. This design approach directly addresses the growing need for coastal cities to act as climate shields rather than contributors to environmental degradation.
The smart city pillar incorporates Internet of Things, big data, and artificial intelligence into urban management, operations, and environmental monitoring, creating a modern, safe, and efficient urban environment. The people-centered pillar is reflected in an integrated ecosystem of internationally oriented healthcare, education, senior living, culture, sports, and entertainment. Future residents will have access to world-class healthcare through Vinmec's collaboration with Cleveland Clinic, international-standard education via Vinschool and the U.K.'s Brighton College, premium senior living through Vin New Horizon, and diverse leisure amenities including the 7-hectare Blue Waves Theatre, two 18-hole golf courses, the 122-hectare VinWonders complex, and Cosmo Bay.
Jean-Paul de la Fuente, Director of New7Wonders and Chairman of the campaign, said Vinhomes Green Paradise fulfills the campaign's key criteria and reflects the pioneering mission of a leading Asian corporation proactively delivering on its ESG commitments. He described the certification as a symbolic moment for the campaign and an opportunity to witness an exceptional urban environment taking shape where nature, people, and technology are integrated and elevated in harmony.
What sets the project apart is its enhanced ESG++ framework, built on five pillars: Environmental, Social, Governance, Regeneration, and Climate Adaptation. This goes beyond conventional sustainability by embedding regenerative practices from construction onward. For example, K-DPM technology transforms soft soil and dredged sediment into durable fill material, reducing emissions and curbing reliance on natural sand extraction. Once operational, the urban system targets 100% clean energy, including offshore wind farms 20 kilometers off the coast, complemented by solar power and battery storage. Internal mobility is designed around a net-zero-emission model with electric vehicles, buses, bicycles, and boats, plus a high-speed rail link to central Ho Chi Minh City.
A Forest Regeneration and Climate Adaptation Fund has been established to support long-term research, restoration, and climate-response initiatives, focusing on regenerating the Can Gio mangrove forest. The project is pursuing BREEAM and ISO 37122 certifications, aiming to become a global ESG++ reference point and a new benchmark for next-generation coastal cities. The global voting phase for the '7 Wonders of Future Cities' campaign is scheduled to open on October 31, 2026. For more information, visit https://vinhomes.vn/en.
