Erlan Zhumabayev: To address environmental issues Kazakhstan has committed to developing a National Biodiversity Conservation Concept

On 25 September 2024, an introductory workshop for representatives of government agencies, and scientific and public organizations was held in Astana to discuss the activities of the SPACES project. The project is implemented under the leadership of the United Nations Environment Programme World Conservation Monitoring Centre (UNEP-WCMC) in partnership with UNDP and the Association for …

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In the Fergana region, Turkish investors are planning to build a solar photovoltaic station

In Fergana, investors from Turkey plan to build a solar power plant worth 57 million euros Photo: Khokimiyat of Fergana region In the Fergana region, Turkish investors are planning to build a solar photovoltaic station worth 57 million euros. This was reported by  the press service of the khokimiyat. This project and other issues were discussed during …

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Mountains, climate, SDGs. What else did Sadyr Japarov discuss with Antonio Guterres

The President of Kyrgyzstan met with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres in New York.     Welcoming Sadyr Japarov, Antonio Guterres expressed gratitude for the hospitality and cordiality shown during his visit to the Kyrgyz Republic . He emphasized that he considers the head of state his great friend, and noted that the doors of the UN are …

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The head of the Kyrgyz Foreign Ministry discussed with the UNDP representative the launch of the UN Climate Trust Fund in the Kyrgyz Republic

Ecology AKIpress – Kyrgyz Foreign Minister Jeenbek Kulubaev met with UNDP Administrator Akim Steiner on September 25. The meeting was held as part of participation in the events of the High-Level Week of the 79th session of the UN General Assembly, taking place in New York. As the Ministry of Foreign Affairs writes, the parties discussed …

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Air is killing people: why we need to start fighting it immediately

Atmospheric particulate matter was the largest contributor to the global disease burden in 2021 Photo: © Depositphotos.com/zasabe Every year, the World Health Organization (WHO) summarizes global progress in the fight against malaria. It publishes data on the number of cases in affected countries and their annual changes, sets new targets, and assesses the current funding situation. The …

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Air Quality Management in Central Asia 2024: Solutions for the Future

At the 3rd Central Asian Conference on Air Quality Management and Dust Storm Control in the Context of Climate Change, Zebuniso Muminzoda, Director of the Regional Environmental Centre for Central Asia (CAREC) in Tajikistan, presented the results of a desk study on the potential of nature-based solutions to improve air quality and urban living conditions …

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Training for trainers: Development of best available technologies – a new level of training

Training for trainers: Development of best available technologies – a new level of training   Almaty – Kazakhstan – The training for trainers on the best available technologies (BAT) and BAT reference books in Central Asia (BREFs) took place on 20-21 September 2024 following the Regional workshop on the development of BAT and BAT reference books …

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Uzbekistan to adopt programs to combat dust storms and improve air quality in Tashkent

Photo: Presidential Press Service The President of Uzbekistan was presented with a program to combat dust storms until 2030, as well as measures to improve air quality in Tashkent. It is proposed to introduce penalties for failure to comply with air protection requirements at construction sites, to tighten fines for cutting down and drying trees, …

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Tajikistan to receive funds for construction of Rogun hydroelectric power station

© Sputnik Saudi Arabia will allocate a large sum of money for the completion of the most powerful energy infrastructure facility in Tajikistan, the Rogun Hydroelectric Power Station DUSHANBE, September 21 — Sputnik. The Saudi Fund for Development will provide $100 million in financing for the Rogun hydroelectric power station construction project. The Ambassador of Saudi …

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Turkmenistan Delegation Participates in UNECE Sustainable Energy Week 2024

On September 18-19, the delegation of Turkmenistan took part in the events of the Sustainable Energy Week of the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE), which is being held in Geneva. The session was attended by high-ranking officials from various countries. On Wednesday, September 18, Deputy Minister of Energy of Turkmenistan Serdar Saparov, who …

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