Clean Energy Fellowship 2026
Your Clean Energy Journey Starts Here

Since 2019, Clean Energy Fellowship (CEF) has equipped early and mid-career professionals from across Cambodia with the skills they need to be transformative and influential advocates for clean energy. The program features three interconnected components: training, field visits to clean energy companies, and the publication of think pieces. These components are designed not only to build knowledge of clean energy, but also to develop critical thinking and leadership capabilities.

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What's New in 2026?
  • Grants Introduced
    We're introducing two types of competitive grants: travel grants to attend clean energy conferences and events in Southeast Asia, and project grants (up to $3,000) to support implementation of community clean energy solutions.
  • Expanding to Siem Reap
    We're expanding our program to Siem Reap, providing early- and mid-career professionals in the city with access to the same program and opportunities as the Phnom Penh cohort.
Why join the Fellowship?
  • Capability
    Build your capability to drive change in the areas you are passionate about in the clean energy sector.
  • Knowledge
    Deepen your understanding of clean energy challenges and solutions in Cambodia and Southeast Asia.
  • Exposure
    Visit clean energy companies and see real-world solutions in action.
  • Network
    Expand your professional network with other clean energy leaders.
  • Publication
    Sharpen your research and argumentation skills, and produce a think piece on a subject you are passionate about for publication in an edited volume.
  • Travel
    Opportunity to apply for travel grants to attend conferences or events in Southeast Asia.
  • Impact
    Opportunity to apply for project grants to implement clean energy initiatives that create tangible impacts in local communities.
Program Streams
Stream 1 & 2: Phnom Penh and Siem Reap CEF
Both cohorts will have access to the same program components and opportunities:
Training Sessions
Training sessions will be delivered mainly between February and August 2026. The program delivers seminar-style training sessions covering:
  • Clean Energy Training
  • Political Economy Analysis (PEA)
  • Project Management
  • Communications
Think Piece Writing and Publication
Develop thought-provoking articles that critically analyse specific problems and solutions in the clean energy sector. With training and editorial support, Fellows will publish their think piece in the next issue of Generation Power: The Future of Clean Energy publication.
Field Visit
Gain hands-on experience through organised visits to solar farms, solar businesses, or electric vehicle assembly plants.
Retreat Workshop
A retreat workshop in a select province to diversify learning environments and strengthen bonds between Fellows.
Stream 3: Professional Development and Project Grants
Available for CEF alumni and 2026 cohorts through a competitive application process:
Professional Development Grant
One-off grants for Fellows to participate in international forums, conferences, and training events, primarily in Southeast Asia. The grant covers travel, accommodation, and registration fees.
Project Grant
One-off project grants valued at up to $3,000 for Fellows who pitch practical and innovative clean energy solutions for communities. These grants enable Fellows to bring their solutions to life and create meaningful impact.
Meet 2025 Clean Energy Fellows
Arriving as fellows, leaving as Clean Energy Ambassadors
  • Sochenda Aok
    Environmental Content Creator
    ZEROW
  • Chetha Oudom Bophavann
    Senior Business Development Specialist
    World Vision International
  • Koemseang Borey
    Member of Secretariate of Trade Policy Advisory Board
    Office of the Council of Ministers
  • Chakreya Bout
    Senior Programme Coordinator
    Norwegian People's Aid Cambodia
  • Engmey Chea
    Program Manager
    Finnish Evangelical Lutheran Mission
  • Veasna Chem
    Animal Production and Community Development Officer
    Cambodian Mine Action Centre
  • Sokhleng En
    Supply Planning Supervisor
    DFI Lucky Private Limited
  • Botom Mune
    Program Assistant to Natural Resource Governance Program
    Oxfam in Cambodia
  • Keonetra Pech
    Youth Advisor
    United Nations Youth Advisory Panel Cambodia
  • Tethpagna Prum
    Project Lead
    Maxima Consult Co., Ltd.
  • Sopheareach Prum
    Legal Associate
    Sok Siphana & Associates
  • Piton Riel
    Supervisor, Commercial Products
    Amret Microfinance Plc.
  • Mardy Sam An
    IT and Website Manager
    Open Development Cambodia
  • Samphors Sao
    Deputy Chief of Office
    Ministry of Environment
  • Dalis Sar
    Project Officer
    Swisscontact Cambodia
  • Sovichea Saron
    STAR Network Manager
    Sustainable Textiles of the Asian Region (STAR) Network
  • Sophanith Seung
    Assistant Manager
    Mitsubishi Corporation Phnom Penh Representative Office
  • Sambathsopheaktra Tan
    Official
    Ministry of Mines and Energy
  • Diya Va
    Community Manager
    Reactor Group
  • Vortey Va
    Communication Officer
    Ministry of Environment
  • Verak Yin
    Business/Startup Development Specialist
    Entrepreneurship Development Fund
Think Piece Publication
Generation Power: The Future of Clean Energy | Issue 02
We are thrilled to announce the launch of the second volume of our Think Piece Publication, marking the remarkable journey of our Clean Energy Fellows in 2025. This year’s cohort produced the 21 think pieces featured in this issue. This collection covers a wide range of topics, drawing upon some
interesting regional and global examples to demonstrate to readers that many of the ideas included are already practical, actionable and possible; it just remains for Cambodia to adopt
or scale up. We invite you to read and immerse yourself in the thinking of each Fellow. As you turn these pages, you’re not just reading about the clean energy challenges and solutions put forward—you’re witnessing their ambition and passion for a future powered by clean energy.
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Generation Power: The Future of Clean Energy | Issue 01
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our first ever Think Piece Publication, marking the remarkable journey of our Clean Energy Fellows in 2024. The think piece component develops fellows into energy thought leaders through three key aspects: critical thinking to analyse complex clean energy challenges, practical application by adapting global trends to Cambodia's context, and leadership development by contributing original solutions to Cambodia's energy future. We invite you to sit with each think piece, each a fellow’s meditation on a matter that touches the everyday life of people in Cambodia. It is our hope that this publication will power a future forward, from thought to action.
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Let's Hear From Our Alumni
"Clean Energy Fellowship program is a unique opportunity for in-depth research in clean energy in Cambodia. I gained a thorough grasp of Cambodia's energy landscape, knowledge of the challenges associated with the clean energy transition, and insights into market dynamics and policy."

Sek Chanbora
2023 Fellow



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