The Government of Cambodia has approved plans for six clean-energy projects, with a combined capacity of 670 MW. The projects approved includes four solar energy facilities including Lucky Solar Power Company Limited’s 80MW plant Prey Veng, a 150 MW facility owned by Snetec Company Limited in Pursat, a 60 MW plant in Svay Rieng, and a 60 MW facility in Kampong Chhnang provinces.
Both hydropower projects will be located in Koh Kong province and include a 150 MW site owned by Meteuk Hydropower Company. Khmer Electrical Power Company Limited’s 70MW Stung Russey Chrum Kandal and 100MW Stung Veal Thmor Kambot are counted as a single venture.
Once operational, power generated from these facilities will be key in stabilising energy prices and supply in Cambodia.
