Of particular note, and a key aspect of the GWEC report published last week (22 July), is the concept of a transition to an auction. Markets have seen most success by adopting an upfront policy mechanism that provides stability and guarantees for a set of “frontrunner” offshore wind projects — typically in the order of 3-5GW.
Category: Region
Selected environmental stories from media outlets in the Mekong region and beyond.
Germany pledges $170 mln for sustainable growth in Vietnam
The focus for the two countries’ relations for the next two years would be climate protection, economic integration, climate change adaptation and biodiversity protection.
Vultures return to sanctuary after five-year absence
WWF-Cambodia’s biodiversity research and monitoring manager Milou Groenenberg said the birds had disappeared from the area due to poisoning.
Can China’s Belt and Road open up landlocked Laos?
It is estimated the railway will cut the cost of transport by 40% compared to travel by road, albeit at a total project cost of US $5.9 billion.
Mekong River levels see strong pulse due to heavy rain, dam releases
Recorded water levels in the Lower Mekong River Basin (LMB) saw significant increases during the last seven days as a result of heavy rainfall and sudden water releases from dams, the Mekong River Commission (MRC) Secretariat says. But river levels across all monitoring stations remain lower than their alarm or danger points.
Guardians of Nature: Bold and brave women rangers of Cambodia stand tall
Cambodia has more than 1,200 rangers and interestingly 42 of them are women who do the same work as men – patrolling, wildlife conservation and protection, combating poaching, monitoring endangered wildlife species, engaging with local communities, and many more.
Finalists for the 2021 Experience Mekong Showcases Announced
Three thousand eligible votes determined three Experience Mekong Collection members from each of the five participating countries this year for the next round of voting for this prestigious recognition.
EuroCham: ‘Green’ jobs will offset losses in more traditional work
EuroCham is holding a conference this week with GREENCAP, a project funded by the European Union that brings together Cambodian and European universities.
It aims to help students and new graduates understand the green job market and sustainable development goals
Government to Continue Compensating Residents Affected by Laos-China Railway
According to a report by Lao Economic Daily, the Ministry of Public Works and Transport has requested approval for more than LAK 465 billion in compensation to be provided to those affected by the Laos-China railway construction project this year.