Energy and Environment
Cambodia & Laos Unite to Tackle Mekong River Plastic Pollution
Cambodia and Laos have formalized their joint efforts to address plastic pollution in the Mekong River, signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) during the 6th GMS Environment Ministers’ Meeting (EMM-6), held from 10 to 13 September 2024 in Phnom Penh. The agreement signifies a shared commitment to reducing plastic waste and protecting the Mekong’s ecosystems, […]
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Cambodian Gov’t Breaks Ground on 3-Hectare Nursery in Tbong Khmum, Aiming to Plant 1 Million Trees Annually
The Ministry of Environment has launched the construction of a 3-hectare regional nursery in Tbong Khmum province, to produce over 1 million trees annually. Situated in Village 44, Preah Theat commune, Orang Ov district, the nursery will be powered by a solar irrigation system, supported by partnerships with the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) and […]
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Cambodia to Plant 30k Palm Trees Along Vietnam Border, Following Nearly 20k Already Planted
The Ministry of Environment is set to plant an additional 30,000 palm seedlings along the Cambodia-Vietnam border after successfully planting nearly 20,000 trees. This strategic initiative aims to bolster Cambodia’s national identity while delivering economic and environmental benefits. Minister of Environment, HE Dr Eang Sophalleth, confirmed that the trees would be distributed to local authorities […]
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Siem Reap Angkor Airport Investor Plans Major Investment in Renewable Energy Zone
Angkor International Airport Investment (Cambodia) Co., Ltd. (AIAI) has announced plans to invest in a special energy zone aimed at advancing Cambodia’s renewable energy sector. The project, in collaboration with Chinese firm Energy China YNPD, will include solar, wind, biomass, and power storage solutions. Mr. Wei Lu, Chairman of AIAI, discussed the initiative during a […]
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Sembcorp Targets Low-Carbon Leadership with Bold Industrial Park Expansion Across Asia Eyeing Vietnam & Indonesia First
Sembcorp Industries (Sembcorp) is set to lead the development of low-carbon industrial parks in Asia, with a strategic plan to expand its land bank to 18,000 hectares by 2028 and boost its industrial property portfolio from 100,000 square metres to 1.5 million square metres. With Vietnam and Indonesia presenting robust growth opportunities due to strong […]
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19 Japanese Firms Set Sights on Cambodia’s Green Technology & Carbon Credit Sectors
A total of 19 Japanese companies have shown strong interest in investing in Cambodia’s green technology and carbon credit sectors, a promising development discussed during a high-level meeting between Prime Minister Samdech Hun Manet and Ms Mio Kawada, Vice President of the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO), on 7 August 2024. Representing the interests of […]
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Tbong Khmum Plants 10,000 Palm Trees Along Cambodia-Vietnam Border as a Legacy for Future Generations
In a significant environmental initiative, authorities in Tbong Khmum province, alongside residents, have planted 10,000 palm trees along the Cambodia-Vietnam border to promote environmental awareness and create a lasting legacy for future generations. This tree-planting effort, which took place on 7 August 2024 in Ponhea Krek District, was led by HE Eang Sophalleth, Minister of […]
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Vietnam Expands 400MW of Electricity Supply to Cambodia: Pledging More Cooperation
Vietnam has announced a significant increase in its electricity supply to Cambodia, pledging up to 400 megawatts to support the nation’s economic growth. This commitment follows a recent meeting between Samdech Techo Hun Sen, President of the Senate of Cambodia, and HE Pham Minh Chinh, Prime Minister of Vietnam, held in Hanoi on 25 July […]
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Indonesia Implements Cloud Planting Techniques to Mitigate Rain Impact on New Capital Construction
Indonesia is employing climate modification techniques known as cloud seeding to reduce heavy rains that have impeded the construction of its future capital, Nusantara. The new city, set to open on 17 August 2024, aims to alleviate issues faced by the current capital, including heavy traffic congestion and potential flooding, according to Business Times on […]
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Conservation International Restores 600 Hectares of Flooded Forest in Tonle Sap Over 10 Years
For over a decade, Conservation International Cambodia (CI) has partnered with the Cambodian government to restore approximately 600 hectares of flooded forest on the Tonle Sap, planting over 270,000 saplings since the mission commenced in 2010. This information was shared on the organisation’s official Facebook page on 9 July 2024. Oum Sony, Country Director of […]
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