Cambodia and three international institutions are working together to develop strategies for constructing buildings that require minimal air conditioning
A number of key ministries and institutions in Cambodia are collaborating with international experts to develop buildings that can minimize the use of air conditioning systems, to reduce global warming caused by greenhouse gas emissions. This information was reported by Radio National of Cambodia on May 14, 2024. The working group is spearheaded by the […]
Korean company plans to use modern technology to turn waste in Cambodia into electricity
Korean company HYUCKJIN ENERGY PLANT ENGINEERING wants to invest its advanced technology in recycling waste in Cambodia to generate electricity, while the company claims that through this project can produce at least 24 kilowatts per day. This is according to the working meeting between HE Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister, First Vice President of the […]
Cambodia Unveils Four Key Measures and New App to Safeguard Over 7 Million Hectares of Natural Areas
Cambodia’s Ministry of Environment is set to revolutionise natural resource management with the development of a smartphone app and the implementation of four pivotal measures aimed at enhancing the protection of the country’s 73 protected areas, covering approximately 7.46 million hectares—equivalent to 40% of Cambodia’s total land area. This announcement was made by His Excellency […]
A New Frontier for Conservation: US$520K Canal Project to Shield Techo Sen Russey Trep National Park
In a significant conservation effort, the Royal Academy of Cambodia unveiled plans on 5 May 2024 for the construction of a 52-kilometre-long canal to safeguard the expansive Techo Sen Russey Trep National Park. Spanning 6 meters in width and 2.5 meters in depth, this ambitious US$520,000 project aims to encircle and protect over 10,000 hectares […]
Cambodian Government Implements Artificial Rain Initiative to Combat Heat in Public Schools
In response to the scorching temperatures posing a threat to students’ education, the Cambodian government has directed local authorities to initiate artificial rain setups in public schools. This proactive measure aims to alleviate the adverse effects of the current hot and dry weather on students’ learning environments. The police of Koh Kong and Mondul Seima […]
ADB Released Unprecedented US$23.6bn for Asia-Pacific’s Climate & Development Challenges in 2023
In a landmark move, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) has earmarked a staggering US$23.6 billion for assistance in 2023, with a significant portion, US$9.8 billion, dedicated to combating climate change across the Asia-Pacific region. This announcement, made in a press release dated 25 April 2024, marks the highest annual financing allocated by the ADB for […]