Environment and natural resources

New law sets sights on halving wastewater discharges by 2030

The Cambodian Senate has approved a draft law on wastewater systems aimed at achieving the goal of preventing and reducing wastewater discharge into seas, rivers, streams, lakes, creeks and ponds by 50 per cent by 2030, in line with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG). ...

Niem Chheng
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/new-law-sets-sights-on-halving-wastewater-discharges-by-2030

MoE unveils COP29 handbook showcasing climate action

The Ministry of Environment (MoE) has released a comprehensive handbook ahead of the UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties, committing to transition to a sustainable, low-carbon economy. ...

Ben Sokhean
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501593483/moe-unveils-cop29-handbook-showcasing-climate-action/

Cambodia ready to address climate change issues with countries and development partners around the world

Eang Sophalleth, Minister of Environment, said that Cambodia is studying in detail how to engage with UNFCCC member states as well as development partner organisations on important work to address climate change. ...

Khmer Times Staff
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501592212/how-the-global-alliance-for-trade-facilitation-helped-unlock-opportunities-for-small-businesses-in-cambodia/

Over 4 tonnes of batteries collected to reduce environmental, health impacts

More than 4.1 tonnes of batteries have been collected since 2021, considerably mitigating their harmful effects on the environment and human health, such as kidney disease, risks to pregnant women and concerns for foetal health. ...

Phak Seangly
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/over-4-tonnes-of-batteries-collected-to-reduce-environmental-health-impacts

Irrawaddy dolphin dies of old age, Mekong population now 104

A female Irrawaddy dolphin was found dead in Prek Bak Mouy village in Kampong Cham province’s Stung Trang district due to old age. ...

Phak Seangly
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/irrawaddy-dolphin-dies-of-old-age-mekong-population-now-104

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/

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

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