Cambodia Evaluates Environmental Impact of Planned Lubricant Factory in Kandal
Cosmic Oil Cambodia Co., Ltd. has proposed the development of a brand-new lubricant oil production factory spanning more than four hectares of land in Kandal Province. The industrial initiative progressed further following a formal assessment update shared via the Ministry of Environment on May 26, 2026. To thoroughly evaluate the potential footprint of the project, HE Tea Chub, Secretary of St...
Read MoreTonle Sap Environmental Management Project in Banteay Meanchey Nears 100% Completion
Strategic urban sanitation and waste management infrastructure funded by the ADB enters final stages to bolster local health and protect the Kingdom’s vital ecosystem Serei Saophoan — The Second Upper Tonle Sap Integrated Urban Environmental Management Project in Banteay Meanchey province has reached a significant milestone, with construction now 95% complete as of April 20, 2026. This critical i...
Read MoreNational and International Partners Move to Establish Siamese Crocodile Conservation Zone in the Cardamom Mountains
The Ministry of Environment and Fauna & Flora have convened a high-level meeting to advance plans for a new Siamese crocodile conservation area in Koh Kong Province. The discussion, held on March 30, 2026, focused on creating a protected habitat that will safeguard the genetic integrity and future of this critically endangered species. The meeting was attended by Mr. Thai Chantha, Deputy Direc...
Read MoreCambodia and China Partner to Advance Satellite Imagery Technology for Environmental Modernization
Strategic MoU aims to build ecological safety and a green future through enhanced data management and precision monitoring Cambodia and China have committed to a new era of technical cooperation aimed at modernizing the Kingdom’s environmental sector through advanced satellite imagery technology. The partnership was formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed on March 12, 2026, ...
Read MoreCambodia Acquires Advanced Japanese Incinerators to Revolutionize Medical and Plastic Waste Management
Cambodia is set to significantly upgrade its environmental infrastructure with the procurement of advanced, smokeless incinerators from Japan. These specialized units are designed to safely process both medical and plastic waste, supporting the nation's long-term goal of a cleaner and healthier environment. Upon his return from a diplomatic mission to Japan on February 19, 2026, Environment Minist...
Read MoreCambodia Strengthens Environmental Guardrails as Natural Resource Crimes Decline in 2025
Enhanced ranger patrols and advanced monitoring technologies drive a fifteen percent drop in violations across protected landscapes while boosting legal accountability Cambodia has marked a significant shift in its environmental protection efforts throughout 2025, reporting a notable decrease in natural resource crimes across the Kingdom. According to the latest data from the Ministry of Environm...
Read MoreCambodia and Hong Kong Strengthen Ties in Water Resources and Meteorology
In a significant step toward enhancing regional cooperation, Cambodia and Hong Kong have committed to advancing collaboration in the areas of water resources and meteorology. The pledges were formalized during a signing ceremony for a Memorandum of Understanding held on September 9, 2025, involving the Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology of Cambodia and the National Meteorological Observat...
Read MoreFive Cambodian Cities and Districts Honored as ASEAN Sustainable Cities 2025
In a significant achievement for Cambodia, five cities and districts have been awarded the prestigious ASEAN Sustainable Cities Award (ASEAN ESC AWARD) and the Clean Land, Clean Water, and Clean Air Certificate for 2025. This accolade highlights the nation’s commitment to environmental sustainability and urban development. According to a post on the Ministry of Environment’s Facebook page, the ...
Read MoreChina Eyes Investment Opportunities in Cambodia’s Timber and Textile Industries
A delegation of Chinese investors from Beijing and Anhui Province has expressed a keen interest in investing in Cambodia's plantation timber and textile industries. This follows a visit aimed at gaining insights into these sectors and the country's investment landscape. The meeting took place between His Excellency Lim Visal, Deputy Secretary-General of the Cambodia Investment Committee, and th...
Read MoreCambodian Government Prevents Release of 10 million Cubic Meters of Toxic Waste
In a significant environmental achievement, the Cambodian government has successfully prevented the release of over 10 million cubic meters of toxic liquid waste in the past seven months. The Ministry of Environment announced this milestone on its official Facebook page today. The proactive measures taken by the Ministry, which involved collaboration with factory owners, enterprises, and compan...
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