Energy and Environment Archives - Page 17 of 58

WWF: Mekong Sand Running Out Due to Construction

Sommana Yan
29 November 2023

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 of sand in the region over the past three years. The Mekong Del...

World Bank’s Sustainable Move: US$163m Pledged for Water & Sanitation Advancements in Four Cambodian Provinces

Sommana Yan
22 November 2023

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...

Unified Against Plastic Pollution: 9 Ministries Spearhead Groundbreaking Environmental Campaign

Sommana Yan
21 November 2023

In a concerted effort to combat the pervasive issue of plastic pollution, the Ministry of Environment has forged an alliance with key entities, including the Cambodian Women's Scout Association, the Union of Youth Unions of Cambodia, and six provincial administrations: Kampot, Kep, Sihanoukville, Koh Kong, Kampong Speu, and Takeo. The collaborative endeavor is aimed at curbing plastic usage and fo...

KHMER ELECTRICAL POWER Embarks on US$447.5 Million Hydropower Venture in Koh Kong

Sommana Yan
21 November 2023

The Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) has given the green light to a colossal initiative. The ambitious project entails the construction of two substantial hydropower plants, with an investment surpassing US$447.5 million, poised to reshape Koh Kong province's energy landscape. Both hydropower endeavors fall under the stewardship of "KHMER ELECTRICAL POWER CO., LTD," marking a signi...

Phnom Penh’s Green Initiative: Gov’t Grants Free Licenses for Sewage Pumping Businesses

Sommana Yan
17 November 2023

The Phnom Penh Municipal Authority has unveiled a proactive measure to regulate sewage pumping businesses in the city. According to an official instruction dated 10 November 2023, the authority mandates all operators involved in pumping, collecting, transporting, and discharging toilet sludge from manure storage tanks in Phnom Penh to acquire licenses for their operations at the toilet sludge trea...

Female Nigerian Entrepreneur Transforms Tyre Waste into Sustainable Construction Products

Sommana Yan
14 November 2023

In the bustling city of Lagos, a visionary entrepreneur, Ifedolapo Runsewe, is revolutionising the way Nigeria deals with tyre waste. Through her company, Free Recycle, Runsewe is not only addressing the environmental challenge posed by discarded tyres but also creating valuable products for various applications. The Free Recycle factory, a beacon of sustainability, processes over 1,000 tyres dail...

Siem Reap Pioneers Green Initiative: Collaborative Efforts with Germany to Create a Plastic-Free Model City

Sommana Yan
10 November 2023

Siem Reap, the jewel of ASEAN tourism, is embarking on a groundbreaking venture towards becoming a plastic-free model city, and the collaboration between the Siem Reap Provincial Administration and the German Cooperation Agency (GIZ) is at the forefront of this transformative initiative. This revelation unfolded during a seminar titled "Reducing the Use of Single-used Plastic Products through Trad...

Royal Group & TotalEnergies Join Forces for Cambodia’s Renewable Energy & GHG Reduction Initiatives

Sommana Yan
3 November 2023

In a momentous stride towards sustainable energy and environmental stewardship, Royal Group Power Co Ltd (RGP) and TotalEnergies, a prominent French energy conglomerate based in Singapore, have forged a groundbreaking Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on renewable energy ventures in Cambodia. This collaboration extends to Greenhouse Gas (GHG) reduction initiatives, ushering in a new era of ecologi...

New Thai Gov’t Adopts Fresh Approach in Offshore Oil Field Negotiations with Cambodia

Sommana Yan
2 November 2023

In a strategic pivot, the new Thai government has signalled its intent to engage Cambodia in talks regarding the overlapping development areas in the Gulf of Thailand. This shift represents a change in Thailand's negotiation approach, previously centred on demarcating maritime borders, and comes as a part of a new strategy under the leadership of Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin. According to a ...

Revolutionising Waste Management: Four Companies Introduce Cutting-Edge Garbage-to-Fuel Machines in Siem Reap

Sommana Yan
1 November 2023

In a groundbreaking initiative, GAEA, in collaboration with SOKEN GROUP, ONE WORLD, and the CITY of KITAKYUSHU, together with the Siem Reap Tourism Club Association, have introduced cutting-edge waste-to-fuel recycling machines in Siem Reap. This innovative endeavor is set to make a significant impact on waste management in the region, promoting efficient and eco-friendly solutions. The unveili...