Cambodia’s journey through the National Adaptation Plan (NAP) process stands as a model for how a Least Developed Country (LDC) can transform climate vulnerability into institutional strength. Since initiating the NAP process in 2014, the Royal Government of Cambodia has made remarkable strides in embedding climate adaptation into national and sectoral development frameworks. Building a…
While institutional reforms are vital, the true measure of success lies in how climate adaptation improves lives. Cambodia’s NAP process has delivered tangible benefits to vulnerable communities, particularly in rural areas where agriculture, fisheries, and water resources are lifelines. Responding to Climate Shocks with Local Solutions In 2016, Cambodia faced one of its worst droughts…
In 2016, Cambodia faced one of its most severe droughts in half a century. Temperatures exceeded 40°C, reservoirs dried up, and entire communities struggled to secure water for daily survival. In Banteay Meanchey province’s Tomnobdach village, 600 families relied on a single dirt hole as their only free source of water. As 69-year-old Chhorm Yuth…