The Energy Transition in Cambodia

Cambodia is navigating its energy transition by focusing on reducing its reliance on fossil fuels and embracing renewable energy solutions, including solar, hydropower, and biomass. While petroleum and coal continue to be crucial to its energy mix, the country is diversifying its energy sources to improve energy security and meet sustainability goals. Cambodia’s growing foreign investment, particularly in its critical minerals sector, such as gold, further strengthens its role in regional and global supply chains. Geopolitically, Cambodia benefits from its strategic position in Southeast Asia, being an active member of ASEAN and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), which enhances its energy and trade cooperation with neighbouring countries. Cambodia is also tapping into opportunities from the broader geopolitical shifts in the Asia-Pacific region, strengthening its ties with China and other global powers to boost its energy infrastructure development and critical mineral extraction capabilities. The country's adherence to ESG frameworks supports its long-term growth, aligning its energy and mining strategies with international sustainable development standards.