Energy and Environment
Cambodia Secures USD 40 Million from Green Climate Fund for REDD+ Program
Cambodia has secured USD 40 million from the Green Climate Fund (GCF) to advance its national REDD+ program, aimed at reducing emissions from deforestation and forest degradation. Environment Minister HE Dr. Eang Sophallet made the announcement during a meeting with World Bank Representative Ms. Salimata D. Follea on 26 March 2025. Recognised as a global […]
Read MoreStar Engineers The World’s Most Complex Machine, ITER’s Fusion Reactor, is Pushing 4D Visualization to the Next Level
By Sean O’Neill Clarity is invaluable for a project as staggeringly complex as the international fusion experiment. The project, also known as the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER), is being built in France and is one of the most ambitious scientific collaborations in history—in the same league as the and the International Space Station. Dubbed […]
Read MoreEU Partners with Cambodia to Enhance Energy Efficiency with €6 Million Grant
In an important stride towards sustainable industrial development, the European Union has announced a €6 million grant to boost energy efficiency within Cambodia’s industrial sector. This initiative was revealed during a productive meeting between HE Hem Vandy, Cambodia’s Minister of Industry, Science, Technology, and Innovation, and an EU delegation in Phnom Penh. The discussions concerned […]
Read MoreCambodia Implements New Regulations for Electrical & Electronic Waste Management
To enhance environmental safety, the Ministry of Environment in Cambodia has established new guidelines for managing electrical and electronic waste (e-waste). This initiative, outlined in Prakas No. 2196/0325 dated 18 March 2025, aims to ensure that manufacturers, importers, and exclusive suppliers of electrical and electronic equipment adhere to environmentally responsible practices for waste management. Under […]
Read MorePrime Minister Hun Manet Advocates for Preservation of Ecotourism Areas
In an impassioned address at the opening ceremony of the 9th River Festival, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen emphasised the importance of protecting the nation’s ecotourism areas from high-rise developments and intrusive residential projects. The Prime Minister urged local authorities to meticulously scrutinise any proposed developments from the private sector that could compromise the integrity […]
Read MoreEnerCam Receives Permit for Oil & Gas Exploration in Cambodia
EnerCam Resources Co. Ltd., a subsidiary of Angkor Resources Corp. (ARC), has received formal approval to proceed with its oil and gas exploration project in Block VIII, located onshore in southwestern Cambodia. The permit, issued on 9 March 2025, marks a significant milestone in Cambodia’s energy sector. With this approval, EnerCam is set to begin […]
Read MoreCambodia, China & UNICEF Unite for Climate-Resilient Water & Sanitation Services
In a significant step towards enhancing climate resilience in Cambodia, the Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology, and Innovation, alongside the Ministry of Water Resources of the People’s Republic of China and UNICEF, has launched the “Cambodia Climate Resilient Water and Sanitation Project.” This initiative aims to strengthen water and sanitation services across the country, addressing […]
Read MoreTotalEnergies Commits to Renewable Energy Investment through Cambodia’s REDD+ Initiative
In a significant move towards sustainable development, TotalEnergies has announced its plans to invest in renewable energy initiatives aligned with Cambodia’s REDD+ project. This commitment was confirmed during a meeting between HE Dr Eang Sophallet, Minister of Environment, and Ms. Dinah Kumar, Managing Director of TotalEnergies. During their discussion, Minister Sophallet underscored the vital role […]
Read MoreCambodia & Finland Join Forces to Enhance Environmental Protection and Waste Management
In a significant step towards environmental sustainability, Cambodia and Finland have formalised their partnership to bolster hazardous waste management, particularly focusing on recycling lead-acid batteries. This strategic collaboration aims to pave the way toward carbon neutrality, a shared goal for both nations. During a pivotal meeting today, HE Dr. Eang Sophallet, Cambodia’s Minister of Environment, […]
Read MoreCambodia, Japan & UNDP Join Forces to Eliminate Plastic Waste for a Greener Future in Cities
In a spirit of environmental sustainability, the Government of Cambodia has formed a powerful partnership with Japan and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to combat the urgent problem of plastic waste in urban areas, which is rapidly growing each year. This collaboration, officially titled “Strengthening Capacity to Handle Plastic Waste in Cities,” was signed […]
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