China Huaneng Group (CHNG) just pulled back the curtain on Cambodia’s largest hydropower project with a virtual open day event, showcasing how green energy is transforming the Southeast Asian nation. 🏞️💡 Themed \"Energize Where You Are\", the November 23 event highlighted the Se-San River II Hydropower Station—dubbed the \"Three Gorges project of Cambodia\"—and its role in powering sustainable development.
Powering Progress, Protecting Nature 🌿
Nestled in mountainous northeast Cambodia, the mega-project boasts Asia’s longest dam (6,500 meters!) and provides 14% of the country’s electricity. By generating 2 billion kWh annually, it’s slashing power shortages and costs for local communities. But CHNG isn’t just about watts—the company invested $1.5 million in a bio-fishway to protect river ecosystems and built schools, clinics, and infrastructure for nearby villages.
More Than Megawatts 🏗️
During the event, CHNG’s Chief Economist Lin Weijie emphasized their commitment to \"green energy cooperation under the Belt and Road Initiative\". From installing solar-powered streetlights to drilling wells, the project blends clean energy with community uplift—proving sustainability and growth can go hand-in-hand.
As Cambodia charges toward a brighter future, projects like this show how global partnerships can energize both economies and ecosystems. 🌱⚡
