EAF Intern Anissa Khan, who is working on storm water management in the Mekong river, explains how the construction of the Areng dam is reminiscent of the displacement of local communities by the Manwan dam she is studying.
She comments: “these dams are meant to bring hydroelectric power to surrounding lands. However, displaced communities in the Mekong basin experienced electricity and water shortages and loss of livelihoods… those displaced by the dams on the Areng River will undeniably face similar difficulties.”
Read more about dam construction in Cambodia and gain insight into Anissa’s topic of research here!