A megadam made this community move
Hydroelectric dams are becoming more important to Sarawak’s renewable energy plans in Malaysian Borneo as the state seeks to supply electricity beyond its borders. The expansion has also raised the question of who bears the costs of the green transition, including communities affected by major dam projects.
Hydroelectric dams are playing an increasingly important role in Sarawak’s renewable energy ambitions, according to Mongabay.
The Malaysian Borneo state is now looking to supply power beyond its borders. The development of major dam projects has raised questions about who pays the price for the green transition, including communities that are made to move.
THE QUESTIONS THIS EVENT LEAVES BEHIND
Who decides which communities bear the costs of expanding renewable energy infrastructure?
What protections are available to people relocated by major dam projects?
Who benefits financially or politically when Sarawak supplies electricity beyond its borders?
What conditions would make a hydropower project fair to affected communities?
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