Cambodia has taken a big leap in its clean energy transition with the recent approval of two more wind energy projects, signalling a new era for renewable energy in the country.
Figures from the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) showed that two more wind energy initiatives of wind energy have been approved in August.
With an installation capacity of a cumulative 300 MW and a cost of investment of $430 million, the two wind energy projects are located in Mondulkiri province.
These new projects contribute to a growing portfolio of wind energy developments in Mondulkiri, with several companies receiving approval for wind farms in the province.
According to Prang Chulsa, Director General of Electricite du Cambodge (EDC), the 150 MW facility of wind energy facility in Mondulkiri province is set to launch in 2026.
The wind power project in Mondulkiri province is operated by Blue Circle, a French company.
Chulsa noted that the project aligns with the government’s commitment to increasing the share of clean energy to 70 percent by 2030 and achieving carbon neutrality by 2050.
The introduction of wind power is a strategic move to complement the country’s existing renewable energy mix, which is heavily reliant on hydropower and solar.
Wind power is particularly valuable as it can generate electricity during the dry season, a period when hydropower production is at its lowest.
The launch of the wind farm marks a new chapter in Cambodia’s energy journey, showcasing the nation’s determination to embrace sustainable development and reduce its reliance on fossil fuels.
Keo Rattanak, Minister of Mines and Energy, has emphasised that integrating wind power will help strengthen and diversify Cambodia’s energy supply, making it more affordable and sustainable for its rapidly growing economy.
The development of these large-scale wind farms is a testament to Cambodia’s efforts to attract foreign investment in the green energy sector, he said.
Currently and in the future, Cambodia has developed a lot of renewable sources, especially variable types that change with the weather and cannot be controlled, such as solar and wind energy production, according to EDC.
Currently, Cambodia has over 5,000 MW of energy resources, of which about 60 percent is renewable energy, such as hydroelectric power, biomass, and solar power plants.
