Energy and Environment
Cambodia Launches 1 Million Trees Plant Initiative While Enforcing Forest Protection Laws
Cambodia has embarked on an ambitious reforestation drive, aiming to plant at least 1 million trees annually to significantly expand its forest cover by more than 60% by 2050, announced HE Eang Sophalleth, Minister of Environment, at the National Workshop on Investment in Climate Change Adaptation through Agro-Ecological Landscape Restoration on 22 April 2024. The […]
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Cambodia Mobilizes to Tackle Water Crisis Ahead of Delayed Rainy Season
As the dry season prolongs its grip on Cambodia, the Ministry of Rural Development has unveiled a comprehensive strategy to mitigate the impact of severe droughts and water shortages plaguing the nation. This initiative, detailed in the “Guidelines on Measures and Interventions on Water and Drinking Water Shortages Due to Climate Change,” published on 21 […]
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MoE Initiates Green Recreation Initiatives in Two Major Cambodia’s National Parks
The Ministry of Environment (MOE) is spearheading efforts to establish green recreation corridors in two of Cambodia’s cherished national parks: Preah Suramarit Kosomak “Kirirom” National Park in Kampong Speu Province and Preah Jayavarman-Norodom “Phnom Kulen” National Park in Siem Reap. HE Eang Sophalleth, Minister of Environment, unveiled these initiatives during meetings on April 18 and […]
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Cambodia Achieves Open Defecation-Free Status in 6 Provinces, 7 More Expected by Year End
Cambodia is making significant strides in achieving open defecation-free (ODF) status across its provinces. Presently, six provinces have successfully attained ODF status, with plans to announce seven more by the year’s end. The progress was revealed during a pivotal meeting chaired by HE Chhay Rithi Sen, Minister of Rural Development, on April 18, 2024. Discussions […]
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New Business Model, An Indigenous-Led Project, Project to Deploy 1million Solar Panels and Produce 50k Green Hydrogen for Agriculture
The East Kimberly Clean Energy Project, valued at US$3 billion, is set to revolutionize Australia’s energy landscape by deploying 1 million solar panels combined with existing hydropower infrastructure to produce 50,000 tonnes of green hydrogen annually. This green hydrogen will be further converted into ammonia for use as sustainable agricultural fertilizer. According to the World […]
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87% of Property Developers in Asia Pacific Targets 100% Green Certified Portfolios by 2030
A recent study by JLL unveils a significant trend in the Asia Pacific region, with nine out of ten commercial real estate occupiers striving to achieve 100% green-certified portfolios by 2030, driven by corporate net zero carbon (NZC) goals. This revelation comes from Retalkasia’s report dated March 26, 2024. According to global real estate consulting […]
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No Impact on Cambodian Mekong River Water Despite Chemical Leak Incident in Laos
The Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology assures the public that the recent chemical spill into the Nam Khan River, a tributary of the Mekong River in Laos, will not affect the water quality of the Mekong River in Cambodia. This affirmation comes in response to an announcement made by the Ministry regarding the incident […]
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CHN ENERGY Plans US$1 Billion Investment in Renewable Energy Projects in Cambodia
China’s leading energy company, CHN ENERGY, has unveiled plans to invest a staggering $1 billion in the development of renewable energy projects in Cambodia. The announcement came following a productive meeting between HE Suon Sophal, Deputy Secretary General of Cambodia’s Investment Committee, and Mr. I Seang, a representative of CHN ENERGY Enterprise, on April 8, […]
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EDC Urges Energy Conservation as Summer Electricity Consumption Surges by 30%
Electricite du Cambodge (EDC) issues a crucial recommendation amid a surge in summer electricity consumption, which has risen by approximately 30% since the beginning of April. The announcement comes as the country braces for increased energy demand during the dry season, characterized by hot and dry weather conditions. This vital information was disclosed in a […]
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Cambodia Grapples with Nearly 2,000 Square Kilometers of Uncleared Landmines
Cambodia faces a significant challenge with approximately 1,854 square kilometres of unexploded ordnance (UXO) and landmines, posing a threat to over 1 million people residing in affected areas. Mr. Ly Thuch, First Vice President of the Cambodian Mine Authority, confirmed this alarming statistic during discussions with RFI Khmer on April 4, under the theme “Protecting […]
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