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Women must be central to Mekong dam decisions
News, Maureen Harris, Published on 08/03/2018
» Today, on International Women's Day, a recent trip to the Mekong Basin serves as a reminder that women's voices must be central to decision-making on hydropower, and in broader energy planning for Thailand and the region.
Striking a fair balance on Mekong dams
News, Maureen Harris, Published on 01/05/2017
» This Friday, the Mekong River Commission (MRC) will hold their second Regional Stakeholder Forum under the Prior Consultation procedure for the Pak Beng dam, the third hydropower project proposed for the lower Mekong River mainstem.
Laos dam projects put entire region at risk
News, Maureen Harris, Published on 17/11/2016
» Almost two weeks ago, Laos notified the Mekong River Commission (MRC) Secretariat of its intention to develop the Pak Beng dam on the mainstream Mekong River, following its previous notifications on the controversial Xayaburi and Don Sahong dams. There are indications that Laos' fourth mainstream project, the Xanakham dam, will be next.