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Back of the head of a woman in a boat, looking out over calm, brown river.
Mekong River near Sambor, Cambodia.
© International Rivers

Minimizing Ecosystem and Community Vulnerability in Cambodia to Lower Mekong Hydropower

Grantee Name: International Rivers Network

Hotspot
Indo-Burma
Location
Cambodia
Amount
$135,671
Dates
May 2020 – Mar 2023
Keywords
Biodiversity mainstreaming, Freshwater, Hydropower, Journalism/media, Policy/law, Ramsar site

Minimize the vulnerability of ecosystems and communities to existing and planned hydropower projects in the Mekong and 3S basins of Cambodia. Build a strong evidence base on dam impacts through participatory impact monitoring. Monitor and disseminate analysis on energy and development plans and policies, and opportunities for deployment of non-hydro renewable energy alternatives. Support engagement with hydropower dam proponents about impacts on biodiversity and livelihoods, and more sustainable alternatives.

Strategic Direction :

6 Demonstrate scalable approaches for integrating biodiversity and ecosystem services into development planning in the priority corridors

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