via Khmer Times. 08 July 2023: The APSARA National Authority planted two million trees and distributed seedlings to the public, while also restoring ancient irrigation systems and monitoring air quality to protect the Angkor heritage area from the effects of climate change.
In a statement released on Friday, the Authority said that it has also taken care of restoring the ancient irrigation system by repairing and replenishing water in many ancient barays around Angkor and continue to cooperate with partner institutions to monitor air quality in the Angkor area.
Deputy Director General of Apsara Authority Yit Chandaroat said that that climate change is a common phenomenon for the whole world, not just in Cambodia. So, if we manage well, the impact is minimal, especially for the heritage sites.
He added that the ANA has been paying close attention for several to prevent climate change, which can have an impact on Angkor World Heritage sites, such as cultural landscaping activities, including temples, water, and forestry.
Source: 2 million trees planted by APSARA Authority to protect Angkor heritage site – Khmer Times
