The recent unprecedented drought and drop of capacity factor raise questions in drought years about the benefits of hydropower along the Mekong.
Category: Analysis
Pollution paralysis: Thailand’s structural inability to clean up its air
With little room in Thailand’s administrative and governance structure to fundamentally address environmental challenges, it’s difficult to see how its air quality can improve.
The mighty Mekong at crisis point
Something is very wrong in the Mekong and these trends are continuing as mainland Southeast Asia now is fully transitioning, in a premature manner, into its dry season.
Troubles on the Mekong
How Climate Change, Dams, and Geopolitics Threaten a River’s Future
Expert Commentary on the ‘Review of Design Changes Made for the Xayaburi Hydropower Project’
Report draws out key points and discusses their implications for Xayaburi and other dams under construction or consideration on the lower Mekong mainstream and within the region.
Repot says Myanmar’s peace process must address natural resources governance
Natural resources, including timber, gems, oil and gas, and hydropower, generate billions of dollars each year and are inextricably linked to Myanmar’s history of armed conflict, says a new report by Forest Trends.
Peace through development: China’s experiment in Myanmar
Recurring conflict and military stalemate in northern Myanmar have prompted China to embark on a bold experiment – one with implications that Nay Pyi Taw might not yet even comprehend.
Gibbons hold on in last remaining Vietnam stronghold
Community-led forest patrols—focusing in particular on gibbons—are helping to ensure that illegal logging, hunting and agricultural encroachment are kept to a minimum.
Can Southeast Asia Ditch Coal?
The finances are shifting to green globally. Vietnam, the Philippines, Malaysia and Thailand will all pivot over the next two years.
Can the US Bring Cambodia Back from the Brink?
The road to democratization in Cambodia is paved with obstacles