900 MW Natural Gas Power Plant Starts Construction in Koh Kong Province
Royal Group Power, a subsidiary of the conglomerate Royal Group of Neak Oknha Kith Meng, broke ground on the construction of a 900-megawatt natural gas power plant in Koh Kong province’s Botum Sakor district. The groundbreaking ceremony was held on October 16 under the presence of HE Keo Rattanak, Minister of Mines and Energy, Neak […]
China Eyes Tonle Sap Mining Opportunities and Cement Production in Kampot
A delegation from Hubei Province, China, led by Mr Hu Jingli, Deputy Chairman of the Geographical Office, has expressed strong interest in studying natural mineral resources in Tonle Sap Lake, Siem Reap, while advancing plans to invest in a cement plant in Kampot. This announcement followed a recent meeting with Siem Reap’s Deputy Governor, Mr […]
Cambodia Approves USD 5.79 Billion Investment in 23 Renewable Energy Projects
In a landmark move to revolutionise its energy landscape, the Cambodian government, under the leadership of PM Hun Manet, has approved 23 power projects with a total investment of nearly USD 5.79 billion. The projects, which span the period from 2024 to 2029, aim to significantly boost the nation’s renewable energy capacity, marking a bold […]
Chinese Major Firm, CGN, Eyes Investment in Cambodia’s RE as Part of Its Global Expansion in 16 Countries
China’s CGN Energy International Holdings Co., Limited. (CGNEI) has expressed keen interest in investing in Cambodia’s renewable energy sector as part of its ambitious global operations spanning 16 countries. The company currently manages 49 green energy projects worldwide and seeks to expand its presence in Southeast Asia including Cambodia. During a meeting held on 25 […]
Siem Reap Becomes Cambodia’s 10th Open Defecation-Free Province, Leading the Way for a Cleaner Future
Siem Reap has officially become Cambodia’s 10th province to achieve open defecation-free (ODF) status, a milestone announced on 26 September 2024. This accomplishment is part of a national effort to eradicate open defecation across the country, following in the footsteps of Svay Rieng, Prey Veng, Kandal, Kampong Speu, Kampong Chhnang, Kep, Sihanoukville, Kampong Cham, and […]
By 2040 Most of ASEAN’s Coal Power Plants Will Be Aged 28 Years, Ready to be Profitably Phased Out for Renewable Transition
Southeast Asia’s coal power plants could be profitably retired by 2040, aligning with global climate goals, as per a recent analysis by Global Energy Monitor (GEM). The study indicates that the region’s coal plants will average 28 years of age by 2040, approaching the global retirement benchmark of 36 years, which challenges the prevailing assumption […]