Mekong HEC (Hydropower Economic and Environmental Assessment)

The Mekong Hydropower Economic and Environmental Assessment (HEC) evaluates the potential impacts of building and operating hydropower dams on the Mekong River. It assesses both economic benefits, like energy production and development gains, and environmental risks, such as effects on fish, water flow, and local communities. The goal is to provide a balanced understanding of how dam projects can promote energy needs while minimizing ecological and social harm, supporting informed decision-making for sustainable development along the river.