Environment and natural resources
Cambodia, S Korea partner to establish 1,000 rainwater schools
In a landmark event at the Ministry of Education, Youth, and Sports, Cambodian and South Korean officials signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) yesterday to launch a collaborative project on rainwater collection in schools across Cambodia. ...
Taing Rinith
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501585597/cambodia-s-korea-partner-to-establish-1000-rainwater-schools/
Competition showcases sustainable energy practices
As Cambodia advances its climate change agenda, the Cambodia Energy Efficiency Competition (CEE Comp) celebrated a major milestone yesterday, concluding its second season with a showcase of notable achievements in sustainable energy practices. ...
Ben Sokhean
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501585619/competition-showcases-sustainable-energy-practices/
Phnom Penh launches largest ‘SAAT’ campaign
Phnom Penh officially kicked off the 2024 “SAAT” campaign on Friday, which will take place throughout November to promote awareness of proper waste management and develop coordinated strategies for minimising waste. ...
Nop Sreymao
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501585000/phnom-penh-launches-largest-saat-campaign/
Battambang officially smoke-free tourist city
Battambang has been awarded Smoke-Free Tourist City status after meeting criteria set by authorities. ...
Som Sotheary
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501582381/battambang-officially-smoke-free-tourist-city/
Cambodia to showcase green initiatives at COP16
As the world converges in Colombia for the 16th Conference of the Parties (COP16) to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), Cambodia stands ready to showcase its ambitious environmental initiatives. ...
Ben Sokhean
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501580968/cambodia-to-showcase-green-initiatives-at-cop16/
RAISING TARGET: Cambodia to cut greenhouse gas emissions to around 42% by 2030
Cambodia has adopted its Updated Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC), setting a national goal to reduce total greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 42% across key sectors by 2030. ...
Ben Sokhean
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501581162/raising-target-cambodia-to-cut-greenhouse-gas-emissons-to-around-42-by-2030/
MoU to help Cambodia fast-track clean energy transition
To fast-track its initiatives for the clean energy transition with a higher share from renewable sources, the Ministry of Mines and Energy recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with EnergyLab Cambodia. ...
Manoj Mathew
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501579011/mou-to-help-cambodia-fast-track-clean-energy-transition/
Political parties, NGOs support clean, green and sustainable initiatives
Political parties and civil society organisations in Cambodia have shown their dedication to tackling environmental issues, particularly in the implementation of the Circular Strategy on Environment for 2023-2028. ...
Ben Sokhean
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501578251/political-parties-ngos-support-clean-green-and-sustainable-initiatives/
Water resources can irrigate nearly 2 million hectares
Prime Minister Hun Manet said that Cambodia has now developed the capacity to irrigate nearly two million hectares of rice and crop fields. ...
Taing Rinith
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501579938/water-resources-can-irrigate-nearly-2-million-hectares/
Cambodia Climate Change Summit 2024 returns with ambitious agenda
This week, leading climate change experts and stakeholders will gather at the Cambodia Climate Change Summit 2024 (CCCS24) to tackle the nation’s and region’s most pressing climate challenges, while exploring solutions for both mitigation and adaptation. ...
Ben Sokhean
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501578306/cambodia-climate-change-summit-2024-returns-with-ambitious-agenda/
Cambodia to hold annual meeting on climate change in Sihanoukville from October 24-25
The Ministry of Environment, in collaboration with the Mekong Future Initiative, will hold the Annual Meeting on Cambodia Climate Change 2024 (CCCS24) at the Independent Hotel, Sihanoukville Province, from October 24 to 25, 2024, which will be chaired by Eang Sophalleth, Minister of Environment and ...
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501578091/cambodia-to-hold-annual-meeting-on-climate-change-in-sihanoukville-from-october-24-25/
IFC, ABC to boost green finance, support growth
To help address climate change impacts and foster a sustainable financial ecosystem in Cambodia, International Finance Corporation (IFC) is collaborating with the Association of Banks in Cambodia (ABC) to boost the capacity of local financial institutions in the climate finance space. ...
Chea Vanyuth
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501577084/ifc-abc-to-boost-green-finance-support-growth/
WWF raise alarm at falling muntjac population
WWF Cambodia has expressed concerns over a drastic decline in the Northern red muntjac population (Muntiacus vaginalis), which has dropped by more than 60% within just six years in the Phnom Prich Wildlife Sanctuary in Mondulkiri province. The organisation attributed the decline primarily to the ...
Phak Seangly
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/wwf-raise-alarm-at-falling-muntjac-population
AFD, EU back Cambodia’s water sector reformation
The Agence Française de Développement (AFD) and the European Union (EU) expressed their commitment to support the expansion of the Phnom Penh Water Supply Authority (PPWSA). ...
Nhean Chamrong
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501574411/afd-eu-back-cambodias-water-sector-reformation/
Cambodia faces increasing vulnerability to climate change
Cambodia is increasingly vulnerable to climate change, with projections indicating that the country’s average temperature could rise by between 1.0 degrees Celsius and 2.6 degrees Celsius by 2050. ...
Ben Sokhean
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501571551/cambodia-faces-increasing-vulnerability-to-climate-change/
Ministry: Regional nurseries underway; will support reforestation efforts
The Ministry of Environment is currently establishing a regional tree nursery at the Keo Seima Wildlife Sanctuary Office in Mondulkiri Province. Once completed, it will produce more than half a million saplings, which will be distributed to citizens for planting, with the goal of restoring ...
Phak Seangly
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/ministry-regional-nurseries-underway-will-support-reforestation-efforts
Cambodia promotes clean energy development
The government is focusing on boosting clean and renewable energy through a group of power projects approved for the 2024-2029 period in line with the government’s sustainable development goals. ...
Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501570570/cambodia-promotes-clean-energy-development/
Elephant found dead in bomb crater in Mondulkiri
Tissue samples from a male elephant weighing approximately three tonnes, found dead in a B-52 bomb crater in Keo Seima Wildlife Sanctuary in Mondulkiri province, were taken to Phnom Penh for further analysis today, October 7 to determine the exact cause of death. ...
Phak Seangly
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/elephant-found-dead-in-bomb-crater-in-mondulkiri
REDD+ Keo Seima project empowers indigenous youth with education
The REDD+ Keo Seima project is offering educational opportunities to Bunong indigenous youth, supporting their pursuit of higher education and vocational skills, giving them a hope for the future of the indigenous generation. ...
Ben Sokhean
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501569730/redd-keo-seima-project-empowers-indigenous-youth-with-education/
Conservation efforts boost dolphin, dugong populations in Kampot
The Prek Tnaot fishing community in Kampot province’s Bokor town is gaining attention for its conservation endeavours, which have significantly enhanced marine biodiversity, particularly the populations of dolphins and dugongs. ...
Phak Seangly
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/conservation-efforts-boost-dolphin-dugong-populations-in-kampot
3D map helps indigenous communities safeguard resources in Mondulkiri
A three-dimensional map has been introduced for the first time in an indigenous community within a protected area, aiming to help residents better understand geographic features and protect natural resources. ...
Phak Seangly
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/3d-map-helps-indigenous-communities-safeguard-resources-in-mondulkiri
REDD+ scholarships and training reduce indigenous reliance on forest resources
The REDD+ Keo Seima Project, implemented by the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) in collaboration with the Ministry of Environment, is providing scholarships and vocational training to 73 indigenous students and youth to help them continue their studies and earn income without relying on forest resources. ...
Phak Seangly
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/redd-scholarships-and-training-reduce-indigenous-reliance-on-forest-resources
Drones bolster ranger patrols in Mondulkiri conservation efforts
The Ministry of Environment handed over four drones and various types of patrolling equipment to Mondulkiri provincial environment rangers on Saturday, September 21, to enhance the effectiveness of monitoring land protecting over one million hectares of conservation area. ...
Phak Seangly
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/drones-bolster-ranger-patrols-in-mondulkiri-conservation-efforts
MoE launches ‘Green Sprouts’ campaign in Mondulkiri
The Ministry of Environment, in collaboration with the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS), officially launched the “Green Sprouts” campaign in Mondulkiri province aiming to protect Cambodia’s forests and enhance climate resilience through the successful implementation of the REDD+ project in Keo Seima Wildlife Sanctuary. ...
Ben Sokhean
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501563897/moe-launches-green-sprouts-campaign-in-mondulkiri/