Energy and Environment
Sembcorp Targets Low-Carbon Leadership with Bold Industrial Park Expansion Across Asia Eyeing Vietnam & Indonesia First
Sembcorp Industries (Sembcorp) is set to lead the development of low-carbon industrial parks in Asia, with a strategic plan to expand its land bank to 18,000 hectares by 2028 and boost its industrial property portfolio from 100,000 square metres to 1.5 million square metres. With Vietnam and Indonesia presenting robust growth opportunities due to strong […]
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19 Japanese Firms Set Sights on Cambodia’s Green Technology & Carbon Credit Sectors
A total of 19 Japanese companies have shown strong interest in investing in Cambodia’s green technology and carbon credit sectors, a promising development discussed during a high-level meeting between Prime Minister Samdech Hun Manet and Ms Mio Kawada, Vice President of the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO), on 7 August 2024. Representing the interests of […]
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Tbong Khmum Plants 10,000 Palm Trees Along Cambodia-Vietnam Border as a Legacy for Future Generations
In a significant environmental initiative, authorities in Tbong Khmum province, alongside residents, have planted 10,000 palm trees along the Cambodia-Vietnam border to promote environmental awareness and create a lasting legacy for future generations. This tree-planting effort, which took place on 7 August 2024 in Ponhea Krek District, was led by HE Eang Sophalleth, Minister of […]
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Vietnam Expands 400MW of Electricity Supply to Cambodia: Pledging More Cooperation
Vietnam has announced a significant increase in its electricity supply to Cambodia, pledging up to 400 megawatts to support the nation’s economic growth. This commitment follows a recent meeting between Samdech Techo Hun Sen, President of the Senate of Cambodia, and HE Pham Minh Chinh, Prime Minister of Vietnam, held in Hanoi on 25 July […]
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Indonesia Implements Cloud Planting Techniques to Mitigate Rain Impact on New Capital Construction
Indonesia is employing climate modification techniques known as cloud seeding to reduce heavy rains that have impeded the construction of its future capital, Nusantara. The new city, set to open on 17 August 2024, aims to alleviate issues faced by the current capital, including heavy traffic congestion and potential flooding, according to Business Times on […]
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Conservation International Restores 600 Hectares of Flooded Forest in Tonle Sap Over 10 Years
For over a decade, Conservation International Cambodia (CI) has partnered with the Cambodian government to restore approximately 600 hectares of flooded forest on the Tonle Sap, planting over 270,000 saplings since the mission commenced in 2010. This information was shared on the organisation’s official Facebook page on 9 July 2024. Oum Sony, Country Director of […]
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Cambodia Surpasses Goal with Over 20 Million Seedlings Planted by 2024
As of 2024, Cambodia has successfully planted and replanted more than 20 million seedlings, according to the Forestry Administration. HE Dith Tina, Minister of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries, announced during the Tree Day Ceremony on 9 July 2024 in Takeo Province that the Forestry Administration has planted over 20.50 million seedlings and continues to plant […]
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EAC Mandates Self-Declaration for Solar Installers to Ensure National Electricity Balance
The Electricity Authority of Cambodia (EAC) has issued a notice requiring all consumers who have installed and used solar systems on their roofs without permission to submit a declaration regarding the use of their solar system. This directive is based on letter No. 085. PK.24, dated 5 July 2024, and aims to maintain a balance […]
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Spain Eyes Expansion in Cambodia’s Wind Power Sector
Spain’s Acciona Energía is set to boost its investment in Cambodia, enhancing its current wind power projects in the country. This announcement was made during a visit by a Cambodian delegation to Acciona Energía’s headquarters, led by Deputy Prime Minister Sun Chanthol, the first Vice President of the Council for the Development of Cambodia, on […]
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Phnom Nam Lear & Phnom Kulen to Become Geographical Heritage Conservation Areas
The Ministry of Environment has announced plans to transform Phnom Kulen and Phnom Nam Lear into Geo-Parks, aiming to preserve the earth’s geographical heritage. Concurrently, a three-hectare regional nursery project in Phnom Kulen has been completed. This development was confirmed by Mr. Eang Sophalleth, Minister of Environment, during a meeting with Prof. Dr. Watanabe Koichiro, […]
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