Category: Cambodia
Cambodia Looks to Solar Power, But Remains Invested in Coal, Hydropower
The Ministry of Mines and Energy on Tuesday said it was looking to quadruple its current installed solar power output, even while continuing to invest in coal-fired plants and hydropower on smaller tributaries.
Sanctuaries now state land
The Peam Krasop Wildlife Sanctuary in Koh Kong province and Phnom Prich Wildlife Sanctuary in Mondulkiri province is now classified as state land to eliminate land grabbing offences.
Coronavirus lockdown leads to a spike in poaching of critically endangered animals
‘Suddenly rural people have little to turn to but natural resources and we’re already seeing a spike in poaching,’ said Colin Poole, WCS regional director for Greater Mekong in Southeast Asia.
UNESCO list request could help dolphins
“The Ministry of Environment fully supports the conservation work being done for these dolphins.”
Climate change and the collapse of Angkor Wat
The collapse of the water network—due to a combination of intense summer monsoon rains and lack of maintenance—likely hastened the city’s desertion.