06 May 2012: In Cambodia, oil and gas are not only available at sea but also onshore. Onshore oil has been identified in Phnom Penh, Tonle Sap lake and its surrounding provinces. According to the government, so far only 3 companies have received licenses to do exploration of onshore oil and gas. Some people seem happy about the potential economic benefits but many others worry about losing their homes and farmlands. Environmentalists are also concerned about the impact of this type of oil extraction in nearby ancient temples and the environment as a whole.

01 January 2012: Mining activities are taking place every day in Battambang's Phnom Prek mountain. Some people hold that measures taken​​ by relevant authorities against these activities so far have been insufficient. There are concerns about the impact of mining on the environment and the health people living in the surrounding areas. What can relevant authorities do to protect people's health and the environment?

06 November 2011: There are many factors that contribute to higher gasoline prices in Cambodia when compared to neighboring countries.The Cambodian government expects to see the first drop of oil extracted at 12:00 on 12th December 2012. This week Equity weekly looks at whether gasoline prices will go down once oil extraction begins in Cambodia. We also examine the benefits that Cambodia may receive from the developing oil sector.

23 October 2011: Hydroelectric Dams along the Mekong River will have a great impact on biodiversity as well as on the food security of the whole population, especially of those living alongside the river.

09 October 2011: Gold mining and other extractive industries could be the key to Cambodia's financial future. However, if mining companies are not properly regulated, these resources could be lost to greed.

This week Equity Weekly investigates gold mining deep in Prey Long Forest, located in Cambodia’s north-west provinces of Preah Vihear and Kampong Thom.  From large scale corporate exploration and extraction to small scale mining practiced by local residents, we explore the impact of this mining activity on local populations and the environment. Local authorities believe that when the companies become fully operational, many people will gain access to jobs that are an alternative to farming and harvesting timber.