Message from Our Founder and Philanthropist

At the heart of every meaningful transformation is belief—the belief that change is possible, and that the next generation can lead it. The Chen Zhi Climate Action Challenge is built on that very foundation.

In Cambodia, our youth are not waiting for the future—they are already shaping it. Their energy, insight, and ambition are powerful forces for good. With the right support, we believe they will not only imagine bold climate solutions, but bring them to life.

This initiative is our invitation to young Cambodians across the Kingdom to step forward with ideas rooted in impact and inspired by community. It is a call to think critically, act creatively, and lead courageously.

Through structured mentorship, hands-on learning, and the opportunity to secure seed funding, we are helping to turn passion into action. But more than a challenge, this is a platform—for leadership, for innovation, and for lasting change.

The four focus areas—Renewable Energy, Circular Economy, Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security, and Nature-Based Solutions—reflect our shared priorities as a nation and a planet. They are also areas where the voice and vision of youth are needed most.

I have long believed that investing in people is the most powerful way to invest in progress. That belief continues to guide our journey, from education and healthcare to now, climate leadership.

To every young Cambodian who dares to dream of a greener tomorrow—I encourage you to join this challenge. Share your ideas. Shape your solutions. Let your actions inspire others.

Together, we can build a more sustainable Cambodia—one idea, one voice, one leader at a time.