ECO-TADE-FAIR, FILMS & PRESENTATIONS - GREEN NIGHT / ARENG VALLEY – Kalyanee Mam In remote Areng valley in southwest Cambodia, the Chong people and a group of young monks fight to protect their forests, livelihood and heritage from the looming construction of a hydroelectric dam. The Cambodian government intends to build a network of 17 dams across Cambodia, hoping this will generate enough electricity to meet domestic demand, reduce energy costs, and export surplus energy abroad. While the goal of transforming Cambodia into the power plant of Southeast Asia may promise economic gain, it also entails significant costs.

Cambodia’s environment is increasingly under pressure from a number of sources, including rapid development and the impacts of climate change. Get the chance to learn more about innovative Cambodian eco-projects, new business concepts, and meet the people behind it. The bi-monthly GREEN NIGHT at Meta House is held in cooperation with telephone provider SMART MOBILE. In our gallery various NGOs and social enterprises are displaying eco-friendly products. Rooftop screenings, talks and presentation about “green projects” in Cambodia. LUCKY DRAW, free water, fruits.