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UNESCO Contributes to “Clean Cambodia, Khmer Can Do” Campaign of the Ministry of Environment
On 17 December 2024, UNESCO handed over 100 trash bins (240L) to the Ministry of Environment as a contribution to the Ministry’s nationwide “Clean Cambodia, Khmer Can Do” campaign. This initiative aims to promote cleanliness and environmental sustainability across the country. The handover was presided over by H.E. Dr. Sabo Ojano, Secretary of State of the Ministry of Environment, and Mr. Sardar Umar Alam, UNESCO Representative to Cambodia, with the participation of H.E. Danh Serey, Director General of the General Directorate of Environmental Protection, along with directors of departments, chiefs of offices, and staff under the General Directorate of Environmental Protection.
Of the total 100 trash bins, 50 are green for organic waste, and 50 are blue for recyclable waste. The trash bins will be distributed to schools to encourage and educate schoolchildren about the importance of solid waste segregation and proper waste disposal. This initiative also aims to instill good behavioral practices in the next generation, fostering a commitment to keeping Cambodia clean nationwide.
This initiative aligns with the “Clean” strategy of the Ministry’s Circular Strategy on Environment 2023-2028. It addresses the current waste management needs and lays the foundation for a more sustainable and environmentally aware society as Cambodia advances toward a cleaner and greener environment.
UNESCO’s collaboration with the Ministry of Environment includes initiatives to enhance public awareness about the health and environmental impacts of improper waste management and the benefits of recycling. Moreover, UNESCO advocates for policies that integrate waste management into broader sustainability goals.
The provision of these trash bins is just one of UNESCO’s practical steps towards achieving shared environmental goals. This work complements UNESCO’s broader commitments to supporting Cambodia’s sustainable development efforts, such as the sustainable management and conservation of the Tonle Sap Biosphere Reserve. UNESCO is also intensifying its support for nominating Cambodian areas as internationally designated UNESCO sites, including biosphere reserves, geoparks, and world natural heritage sites.
By integrating health, environmental preservation, and economic benefits through its initiatives, UNESCO reinforces its partnership with Cambodia in achieving a more sustainable and resilient future.
