Community of Practice​

The Passive Cooling Strategies Community of Practice, led by the Institute of Technology of Cambodia, serves as a local platform for architects, engineers, real estate developers and other building sector stakeholders to learn, engage and align efforts towards a common goal of making Cambodia’s cities and buildings cooler while reducing energy demand and emissions.​

Inaugural Meeting Launches Community of Practice for Passive Cooling Strategies in Cambodia​

Phnom Penh, 13th May 2024​
The Ministry of Environment (MoE), in collaboration with (ESCAP) and (UNEP), conducted the inaugural meeting of the Community of Practice (CoP) on Passive Cooling Strategies in Cambodia. The event brought together a diverse array of stakeholders, including academics, decision-makers, and development partners, all united in their commitment to integrating passive cooling solutions into architectural and urban design practices.

During the CoP launch, participants were presented with case studies and technical tools and engaged in discussions to identify areas for additional capacity building. The insights gathered will inform the planning of future workshops aimed at furthering the objectives of the Community of Practice.
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CoP & Technical trainings:​

Technical Trainings were conducted on : 12th & 13th August, and 4th & 5th September 2024:​
These hybrid training sessions, led by the Institute of Technology of Cambodia, are part of the community of practice under the Passive Cooling Strategy Demonstration Project.

Participants from diverse fields such as architecture, mechanical and electrical services, education and research, and others including energy and environmental experts, NGOs, and the solar industry, were attending.​ ​

They learned about building physics, climate analysis, and thermal performance assessment. They also got hands-on experience with energy simulation tools and explored real-world case studies. By mastering these skills, professionals are empowered to reduce energy consumption, lower cooling costs, and improve occupant comfort.