Hydro project delayed over environmental concerns

08:08, 27/08/2012

The 6 and 6A Dong Nai hydropower projects have been delayed because of concerns about the environmental impact to Cat Tien National Park and downstream areas of the Dong Nai river.

The 6 and 6A Dong Nai hydropower projects have been delayed because of concerns about the environmental impact to Cat Tien National Park and downstream areas of the Dong Nai river.

A task force has examined and revised the project, including representatives of the ministries of Natural Resource and Environment, Agricultural and Rural Development, Industry and Trade, Science and Technology departments of Lam Dong, Binh Phuoc, Dak Nong provinces, Cat Tien National Park, scientists and experts of Ecology, Environment and Sustainable Development Institutes and investors.

The position of dykes, a water-resource system, the flow of the streams and planting of trees will all be examined before the project is approved.

(Source: TTN)