Celebrating World Water Day with action: How ASEA’s clean water project is changing lives on Kulen Mountain

On World Water Day, we are reminded that access to clean water is not just a necessity—it’s a human right. Yet, for many communities around the world, safe drinking water remains out of reach. High atop Cambodia’s sacred Kulen Mountain, this struggle was a daily reality—until now.

Thanks to a considerable donation from the ASEA Advancing Life Foundation, a groundbreaking water filtration system is providing free, safe drinking water to over 2,200 villagers for the first time. This life-changing initiative is more than just a water source—it’s a ripple effect of health, sustainability, and opportunity for the communities that call Kulen Mountain home.

Clean water for Kulen Mountain: A World Water Day milestone

In October 2024, the ASEA Advancing Life Foundation took a significant step toward improving lives on Cambodia’s sacred Kulen Mountain. With this donation, the foundation funded the construction of the region’s first large-scale water filtration system, bringing permanent, free access to clean drinking water for three villages—Anlong Thom, Thmor Chrogn, and Ta Peng.

This initiative aligns with the 2025 World Water Day theme, which focuses on water for peace and sustainable development. By providing clean, reliable water, we’re not just quenching thirst—we’re reducing disease, improving education, and empowering economic growth.

A vital resource for communities

For the 2,245 people living in these villages, access to clean water has long been a challenge. Many rely on untreated surface water from streams and ponds, leading to serious health risks, especially for children, the elderly, and those already ill. Purchasing bottled water is costly, logistically difficult, and contributes to plastic waste, which often ends up as litter or is burned in cooking fires.

This new water filtration system changes everything. The two-phase purification process ensures safe water for local families, students at the primary school and training center, and visitors to the growing ecotourism industry. Not only does this improve public health, but it also supports sustainable economic growth—a key focus of this year’s World Water Day efforts.

How the system works

The water is first filtered through sand and charcoal before being stored in 5,000-liter tanks. In its Phase 1 form, it’s safe for many local uses, such as cleaning and cooking. For drinking, the water undergoes a second purification stage using reverse osmosis, making it safe even by international standards.

The system is powered by the local electricity grid, but additional backup solutions—such as solar or hydro power—are being explored to ensure long-term reliability.

A sustainable future starts with water

The impact of this initiative goes beyond health benefits. The water system supports the primary school, a health clinic, and local businesses, all while reducing reliance on single-use plastics. With continued support, Vision Cambodia aims to expand and enhance the system, ensuring long-term sustainability for the region. On World Water Day, we celebrate progress like this—but there is still work to do.

Join us in bringing clean water to those who need it

The ASEA Advancing Life Foundation’s water filtration project on Kulen Mountain is just the beginning. With your donation, we can continue to provide clean, safe drinking water to the villagers, improve their health, and support their growing economy. Every dollar you contribute helps build a sustainable future.

This World Water Day, be part of the change. Donate today and help us turn the tide for communities in need.

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