This was supposed to be a better dam, and declared a success by the World Bank. I wasn’t.
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Transboundary EIAs could reduce conflict over river projects
Ignoring cross border impacts of large infrastructure projects will spark conflict along rivers.
Laos Announces Another Controversial Dam on the Mekong
Laos notified the Mekong River Commission (MRC) last week of its intention to build a 770 megawatt dam at Pak Lay in Xayaburi province.
Thailand’s energy review ‘pauses’ Mekong dam
Will the delay to the Pak Beng dam in Laos on the Mekong lead to a wider review of hydropower plans on the river?
China eyes its next prize – the Mekong
China’s growing control over the Mekong is a crucial component of immobilising sovereignty in mainland Southeast Asia.
Remote sensing observation to help sustainable development along the Mekong
China to coordinate remote sensing along the Mekong River with countries from Asia and Oceania
IFC’s draft hydropower SEA report for Myanmar released
One major recommendation: Topreserve the mainstems of the country’s key rivers – including the Ayeyarwady, Thanlwin and Chindwin among others
Leaked report warns Cambodia’s biggest dam could ‘literally kill’ Mekong river
Government-commissioned report says proposed site at Sambor reach is the ‘worst possible place’ for hydropower due to impact on wildlife
Villagers cope with resettlement as Laos embarks on largest hydropower project
Video report of one dam resettlement village that appears to meet government’s expectations
Organisations concerned over rivers’ water quality
Water quality in the Sesan, Srepok and Sekong rivers threatens livelihood of 3.4 million people in Cambodia, Laos and Vietnam.