Energy and Environment
20 Investment Projects Proposed in Siem Reap Development Master Plan
At least 20 major investment projects have been proposed as part of the 2020-2035 Siem Reap Tourism Development Masterplan during an inter-ministerial meeting last week. The meeting was joined by the Ministry of Tourism, the Ministry of Environment, the Ministry of Culture and Fine Arts, and the Siem Reap Provincial Municipality. During the meeting, the […]
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Huawei to Expand Smart PV Tech Market in Cambodia
Huawei has signed a partnership with ASEAN’s largest cable technology company to expand the supply of its smart, or new FusionSolar power, in six countries including Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, the Philippines and Thailand, according to PV magazine on 07 July 2020. The partnership between Huawei and JJ-LAPP, the largest cable technology company in ASEAN, […]
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ESIA study completed for 700-MW Sihanoukville power plant, expected to go online by 2022
Following the completion of the environment and social impact assessment (ESIA), construction of a 700-megawatt coal-fired power plant in Preah Sihanouk province’s Stung Hav district is set to begin soon, and is expected to generate power to the national grid in 2022. The energy project is a joint venture between Cambodia International Investment Development Group […]
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US$55 million from World Bank will be used for water and sanitation projects in Cambodia
The Royal Government of Cambodia has requested a loan of US$55 million from the World Bank to improve water supply and sanitation systems to benefit public health, sanitation in the city and to contribute to ensuring a clean environment, and living conditions of the people. The project was revealed by the Ministry of Public Works […]
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Investment in new 150-megawatt dam requested upstream on Tatai River
Chinese firm China Heavy Machinery Corporation which currently operates the TataiRiver Hydropower Plant has requested to build a 150-megawatt dam upstream on the Tatai River, with the company currently proceeding with an environmental and social impact assessment (ESIA). The ESIA is being conducted by SAWAC Consultants (Cambodia) Co., Ltd. Victor Jona, Director-General of Energy and […]
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New solar power station set for Koh Rong Sanloem Island
A new solar power station is set to be constructed on Koh Rong Samloem Island to supply the needs of the local population, according to a recent issue by Total Solar Cambodia. The 1.25 MW solar power project is to be located on Koh Rong Samloem Island and is constructed as a two stand-alone solar […]
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The Mekong River Commission delays discussions on Loa’s two hydropower projects
The Mekong River Commission has decided to delay decisions Laos’ two hydropower projects on the Mekong River due to concerns over the environmental impact of Cambodia, Thailand, Vietnam and others around the Mekong. According to the announcement of the Mekong River Commission on June 5, 2020. The first hydropower project, the Luang Prabang hydropower project, […]
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30MW Solar Station in Banteay Meanchey to Supply Power in October
A 30-megawatt solar power station in Banteay Meanchey province is scheduled to generate power to the grid, contributing to demands of power consumption in the province which is currently attracting significant investments. “Recently, a project called 30MW solar power is under construction.”, said Um Reatrey, the provincial governor of Banteay Meanchey on June 4. Currently, […]
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Australia to sell solar power to Singapore via undersea cables
Australia is to launch a geological survey for a giant “Sun Cable Project” which will send solar energy through underwater cables to Singapore with an investment of US$13.1 billion, according to an article in the Bangkok Post on 25 May 2020. The ambitious project aims to export power from a large solar power station in […]
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KrisEnergy secures US$87 million loan for offshore project in Cambodia
KrisEnergy has said that on 30 April 2020 it entered into a credit facility agreement with Kepinvest Singapore Pte. Ltd. as a lender for a loan of up to USD87 million for its offshore development project in Cambodia. This is according to a press release published in Offshore Engineer on 01 May 2020. KrisEnergy will […]
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