Nam Theun 2 dam generates funds for poverty reduction
The Nam Theun 2 hydropower plant, one of the largest in Laos, has generated sizeable revenue for the government and contributed to the alleviation of poverty, according to the International Environmental and Social Panel of Experts.
The Nam Theun 2 Panel of Experts released its latest report this week. The report stated that since the 1070MW dam in Khammuan province became operational in 2010, the government has received US$174 million in gross revenue from the project.
The multipurpose hydropower plant has also brought livelihood, health and educational benefits to more than 6,000 resettled people on the Nakai Plateau.
