Mekong Eye

Myanmar govt considering renewables: energy minister

March 27, 2020

Proposals being considered include 61 solar power projects totaling 5746 MW, seven wind power projects (1163MW), and six biomass projects (200MW).
Cambodia gives nod to coal fired power plants

March 27, 2020

The National Assembly of Cambodia approved a draft provision of a state guarantee for a 700 megawatt and a 265 megawatt coal-fired power plant investment to be undertaken by the Royal Group.
Coronavirus: Pangolins found to carry related strains

March 27, 2020

Although their role as the intermediate host of the SARS-CoV-2 outbreak remains to be confirmed, sale of these wild animals in wet markets should be strictly prohibited to avoid future zoonotic [animal to human] transmission.
Saltwater intrusion affects Mekong Delta’s fruit cultivation

March 27, 2020

Saltwater intrusion has affected many fruit growing areas in the Mekong Delta as local farmers struggle to secure irrigation water for their orchards.
Gen Prawit raises concerns over Luang Prabang dam

March 26, 2020

Thai officials are worried the new dam will worsen the situation by changing the river ecology further, including the flow of sediment downstream.
Drought and salt water will be under control by 2030

March 26, 2020

Nguyễn Văn Tỉnh, director general of the Department of Water Resources, speaks about the Prime Minister’s decision to grant VNĐ500 billion to control salt water intrusion in eight Mekong Delta provinces.