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Gov’t Reclassifies Over 1600ha of Natural Lake in Thbong Khmum as Multi-Purpose Area
- 6 December 2021
The Cambodian government has reclassified a natural lake known as ‘Kade Lake’, located in Baray village, Chhouk commune, Kroachmar district in Thbong Khmum province, as a multi-purpose area for better management and smarter usage. In a sub-decree dated 15 November, the lake area covers a total of 1,643 hectares of land. Meanwhile, the main purpose of reclassification is to ensure the protect...
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Vietnam Sets Goal of Increasing Renewable Energy Mix to 75% by 2045
- 4 December 2021
Vietnam has set its power development plan with a focus on reducing emissions to the environment through increasing renewable energy from solar and wind. As of 2025, Vietnam has to achieve the goal of having at least 75% of national power production capacity generated from renewable energy, said its Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh at the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 26) las...
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More Standardised Landfills Planned for Multiple Provinces Nationwide
- 1 December 2021
The government plans to build more standardised landfills in multiple provinces nationwide to contribute to improving the efficiency of waste management. The plan was unveiled by HE Neth Pheaktra, Secretary of State of the Ministry of Environment, during a visit to landfill in Sihanoukville that has just been put into use. Speaking to the media during the visit on 30 November, he explained t...
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UNDP Pledges to Help Cambodia Raise More Funds for Clean Energy Projects
- 30 November 2021
The United Nations Development Program (UNDP) in Cambodia has pledged to seek technical and financial assistance from other partners for the development of Cambodia's energy sector, particularly on energy efficiency and climate change mitigation projects. The remarks were made by UNDP Cambodia Director Ms Alissar Chaker in a meeting with Minister of Mines and Energy HE Suy Sem on Tuesday 30 Nov...
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Cambodia issues new regulations strengthening control over steam power plants
- 17 November 2021
The Ministry of Mines and Energy (MME) has issued a new Prakas to regulate steam power operations, requiring all businesses related to this sector to request a permit prior to operation. According to Prakas No. 0305 dated 4 November 2021, any companies willing to develop, build, install, and operate steam power, both direct and indirect usages, must first apply for a permit from MME. Compani...
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CDC Approves 14 Investment Projects Worth Over US$544 million
- 12 November 2021
The Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) has recently approved permits to private firms to invest a total of US$544.8 million in establishing 14 factories in Phnom Penh, Kampong Speu, Preah Vihear, Sihanoukville, Kandal, Battambang, Pursat and Koh Kong. According to a CDC announcement on 12 November 2021, those firms include: 1. RMA AUTOMOTIVE (CAMBODIA) CO., LTD, which will invest ...
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Cambodia Vows to Transform Energy Infrastructure, to Cut 42% of Carbon Emissions by 2030
- 12 November 2021
Power plants and other energy infrastructure in Cambodia will see a significant change toward a more sustainable and green manner after the Ministry of Environment pledged to implement four new policies to mitigate climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The commitment was made by Minister of the Environment HE Say Sam Al at the COP26 Summit in Glasgow, United Kingdom, on 10 Novembe...
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Thai Power Firm Secures US$28.1-million Loan for Solar Power Project in Cambodia
- 11 November 2021
B.Grimm Power Plc, Thailand's leading industrial power producer, has secured US$28.1 million in a syndicated loan from three top Thai banks to finance its solar energy project in Cambodia. The loan has a 15-year maturity date and was signed on 28 October by Kasikornbank (KBank), Export-Import Bank of Thailand (Exim Thailand) and Bangkok Bank to Ray Power Supply Co, a wholly owned subsidiary of ...
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Understanding Legal Duties of Solid Waste Management for Different Types of Property
- 10 November 2021
The government, especially the Phnom Penh Municipality, has been recently strengthening solid waste management, as improper waste control can cause issues such as floods and damage the beauty of the city. According to Sub-Decree No. 113 on Urban Solid Waste Management, improper solid waste management is subjected to up to 2 million riels in fine. The same sub-decree also determines the duty for...
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Thai Petroleum & Energy Firm Seeks Investment Opportunity in Cambodia
- 10 November 2021
Bangchak Corporation Public Company Limited, a petroleum and energy conglomerate based in Thailand, is seeking investment opportunities in the oil and green energy sectors in Cambodia. The remarks were made by BCP’s Senior Vice-President of Corporate Marketing and Lubricant Business Mr Ittikhun Sihsobhon in a meeting with the Cambodian Ambassador to Thailand HE Ouk Sorphorn on Monday 8 November...
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