The research presents a long-overdue analysis of per capita waste generation and how much it is likely to increase over the next decade, while underlining the urgent issue of where waste should go when existing landfill space runs out in as little as five years’ time. As of 2013, Phnom Penh produced about 1,286 tons of solid waste per day, but by 2030, it is estimated to more than double to 3,112 tons per day, according to the research, conducted in partnership with the Institute of Technology and Cambodian Education and Waste Management Organization. According to the study, the city’s two remaining dump areas at the Dangkor landfill will reach capacity by 2020, while refuse being produced by residents is no longer mostly organic but increasingly composed of plastics that are difficult to compost.

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AIESEC aims to create and deliver a community development project addressing the awareness on waste management, recycling, responsible consumption and climate change in rural areas. This project consists of workshop sessions, tree planting and teaching basic English class to session participants. It also aims to show the importance of using quality products and how we can increase sustainable production in the domestic market. The project will have three components: English Class, Workshop Sessions and Tree planting.

This will happen in different communities into 7 community: Takeo, Kampong Chnang, Steung Meanchey, Korki, Prek Leap, Takmao, and Kampong Loung.

sreynik.seng@aiesec.net

Local Vice President in AIESEC PP