This is a mega pro-growth project that should be continued no matter who enters government after the election.
Category: Region
Selected environmental stories from media outlets in the Mekong region and beyond.
Women Lead Response to Thai Coal Plant Development
Their voices to protect the health and livelihoods of their families adds power and energy to the coal opposition movement around Pattani Bay.
Laos to export over 14,000 MW of electricity by 2030
Thailand has signed agreements with Laos totaling 9,000 MW. Laos currently supplies over 4,000 MW. The Lao government expects to increase this to 7,000 MW by 2020 and 9,000 MW by 2030.
Da Nang households lack sufficient water as more hydropower plants are built
As much as 80 percent of water volume goes to hydropower plants, and only 20 percent goes to the lower courses, causing water shortages in Da Nang.
Experts debate feasibility of mining Red River Delta coalfield
Negative effects would probably outweigh positive ones, with big challenges coming from difficulties in acquisition of residential and agricultural lands on such a large scale.
Joys and perils of living in Moe Yoon Gyi Wildlife Sanctuary
The villagers noted that bird species that used to attract local and foreign visitors have become scarce, such as the Oriental darter, Indian shag and many others.
Japanese experts on Myanmar readiness to become a regional trade/supply hub
In the long term Japan hopes to secure a solid presence in the Dawei SEZ area through assisting ports and industrial zone development.
Thailand leads charge to protect soil
New regional center to work to empower countries and local communities, raise awareness of soil resource care and stimulate action toward sustainable soil management.