Environment

Kong Sothanarith's report aired 15 October, 2010

Residents Claim Flooding From Developer's Lake Fill

Heavy rains on Monday flooded the homes of at least 1,000 people in the Boeung Kak lake area of Phnom Penh.

Government Issues Heavy Rain Warning

Local authorities are still assessing the damage from Sunday's storm, which may have destroyed some homes.

Proposed Dam a Mystery, Concern to Kratie Locals

Lack of information about proposed Sambor hydro dam across the Mekong in Kratie raises concerns for locals.

Lightning Protection Out of Reach for Many at Risk

The high cost of the systems mean they are generally installed for the well-off, in places like new villas.

Farmers Watch as Tonle Sap Authority Crushes Reservoirs

The government has been tearing down these kinds of reservoirs since late June, under the new Tonle Sap Authority.

Cambodia To Seek Protection From Chemical Imports

The meeting was to discuss a draft law to bolster protections against pesticides and other dangerous chemicals.

Environmental, Social Concerns in ‘Triangle’ Talks

Expanded plantations and mining and plans for massive hydropower dams have given rise to concerns for villagers.

Water Chief Envisions Clean National Supply

Ek Sonn Chan, the head of Phnom Penh’s water authority, says he wants to get clean water to Cambodians beyond the capital.

Gulf Spill a Reminder of Cambodia Shortfalls

Seeing Gulf Coast oil spill, environmental and other groups in Cambodia say the country needs to do more to safeguard its environment.

Stockholm Water Institution Awards City Authority

The award will be conferred to the Phnom Penh Water Authority during World Water Week in Stockholm, which begins Sept. 5.