Energy and Environment
Cambodia Shines as a Gold Refining Hub: 9.5 Tons of Gold Processed by 2023
In a testament to Cambodia’s growing prowess in the mining sector, industrial gold refinery plants have successfully processed a total of 9.5 tons of gold ore from the commencement of commercial gold production in 2021 to the conclusion of 2023. This significant achievement was spotlighted in a video document released by the Ministry of Mines […]
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Chinese Premier Li Spearheads Intelligent Technological Advancements for Sustainable Development in Lancang-Mekong Region
In a visionary move to fortify regional cooperation and technological progress, Chinese Premier Li Qiang took the lead in proposing cutting-edge solutions and sustainable initiatives during the fourth Lancang-Mekong Cooperation (LMC) Leaders’ Meeting. The virtual summit, attended by leaders from Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam—the five ASEAN member states traversed by the Mekong River—marked […]
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Cambodia’s Green Leap: 55 Factories Save US$10m & Reduced 40k tco2-eq Annually through UNIDO’s TEST Project
In a resounding success for Cambodia’s industrial sector, 55 factories, and enterprises have achieved substantial savings of approximately US$10 million annually while curbing emissions by a noteworthy 40,000 tons of greenhouse gases per year. This achievement comes as the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) concludes its transformative TEST project, celebrated at a closing ceremony […]
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Excluding China, India Leads Coal Power Surge in Asia Followed by Vietnam & Indonesia
India, excluding China, is spearheading the construction of new coal-fired power capacity in Asia, boasting an impressive 31.6 gigawatts (GW) in progress. This substantial figure is part of the broader 67 GW currently under construction in the region, with Indonesia and Vietnam making notable contributions, the Global Energy Monitor (GEM) reported in July 2023. The […]
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118 Nations Commit to Tripling RE Capacity by 2030 at COP28, China and India Yet to Sign
In a landmark move at the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28) to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), 118 countries have pledged to triple global renewable energy capacity by 2030. The ambitious commitment, announced as part of the Global Acceleration for Decarbonization initiative during COP28 in Dubai, […]
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Cambodia and the UK Forge Green Partnership: A Milestone in Sustainable Infrastructure Development
Cambodia and the United Kingdom inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signaling a commitment to foster investment in green infrastructure projects within the Kingdom. The MoU, signed by His Excellency Meas Sok Sen San, Secretary of State of the Ministry of Economy and Finance, and His Excellency Dominic Williams, UK Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to […]
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USAID Pledges US$24M to Propel Biodiversity and Conservation Initiatives in Cambodia
USAID unveils a groundbreaking five-year project, injecting US$24 million into safeguarding biodiversity and natural resources while enhancing the well-being of Cambodian communities. The official announcement was made through a USAID press release on December 4, 2023. Through the “USAID Conservation” project, the focus is on empowering communities to spearhead initiatives that create local employment opportunities […]
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CTF & WWF Spearhead Solar Energy Drive to Boost Cambodia’s Tourism Sector
The Tourism Federation of Cambodia (CTF) and the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) are championing the widespread adoption of rooftop solar energy to propel Cambodia’s tourism industry into a greener future. This joint initiative, in alignment with the Ministry of Tourism’s recent revelation of a nearly threefold increase in international tourist visits in the first eight […]
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WWF: Mekong Sand Running Out Due to Construction
A World Wildlife Foundation report has warned that sand in the Mekong Delta in Vietnam may run out by 2035 with catastrophic impacts on ecosystems due to a combination of huge demand in the country’s construction sector and the installation of hydroelectric dams. The WWF report “Sand Budget for Vietnam Mekong Delta” tracked the use […]
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World Bank’s Sustainable Move: US$163m Pledged for Water & Sanitation Advancements in Four Cambodian Provinces
In a landmark decision, the World Bank has greenlit a groundbreaking US$163 million initiative aimed at fortifying water and sanitation services across four pivotal provinces in Cambodia—Battambang, Pursat, Mondulkiri, and Kandal. This transformative project, spanning six years, is poised to directly impact over 175,000 individuals, primarily benefiting the marginalised and underserved populations in rural areas. […]
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