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SUMMARY:World Birdwatching Days
DESCRIPTION: Since 1993\, BirdLife International has held World Birdwatch Day . In 1995\, more than 115\,000 people from 77 countries participated in this remarkable event\, aimed at raising public awareness of bird and habitat conservation issues. Participants were drawn to over two million birds representing 2\,764 different species. In 1997\, under the auspices of BirdLife International\, international birdwatching days were held in more than 88 countries\, with over 184\,000 people worldwide participating. During these days\, the global list of observed species included 5\,935 bird species\, representing approximately 60% of the world’s total avian fauna. Kenya\, Colombia\, and Brazil compiled the largest national lists of observed birds—777\, 1\,137\, and 820 species\, respectively\, in 48 hours. Currently\, bird observations are carried out by representatives from more than 100 countries.\n\nBirdwatching Days have been held in Russia since 1995\, organized by the Russian Bird Conservation Union\, a non-profit charitable organization. Each country celebrates this day differently: in Spanish-speaking countries\, it’s celebrated with noisy\, carnival-like “Bird Festivals\,” while in European countries\, it’s group nature excursions with professional ornithologists\, various bird book fairs\, and exhibitions and sales of postcards and stamps featuring birds. Children’s bird drawing contests\, pavement painting contests\, and other such events are very popular and attract large crowds. However\, the main goal of World Birdwatching Days is to draw as many people’s attention as possible to the world of birds and the conservation issues they represent.\n\nWorld Birdwatching Day is an ideal opportunity to introduce people to the wonderful world of birds\, to convey our special feelings about observing their lives and our concern for their future.
URL:https://centralasiaclimateportal.org/event/world-birdwatching-days/
CATEGORIES:Biodiversity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261005
DTSTAMP:20261013T052026
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SUMMARY:World Animal Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:World Animal Day is celebrated annually on October 4th . Historically\, this date commemorates the death of St. Francis\, the founder of the monastic order of the same name and the patron saint of animals and the environment. The holiday is not officially recognized internationally\, but is widely observed by animal rights organizations worldwide. \nThe tradition of celebrating an annual animal rights day can be traced back to Warsaw-born Heinrich Zimmermann\, a German journalist\, publisher\, and animal rights activist. Heinrich published the magazine Mensch und Hund (Man and Dog)\, dedicated to pet care\, where he actively promoted his ideas. \n\n\nHeinrich and his associates organized the first World Animal Day on March 24\, 1925. From the outset\, the journalist had proposed October 4 as the date\, but the only date available at the Berlin Sports Palace was in March. Such an impressive building was necessary\, as 5\,000 people attended the celebrations. It was only four years later that Zimmermann was able to hold the event in October. Initially\, the holiday was celebrated in Germany\, Austria\, Switzerland\, and Czechoslovakia\, but the tireless efforts of activists led to its international recognition in 1931. Participants at a congress of animal rights activists in Florence unanimously supported this proposal. Sadly\, with the rise of the Nazis to power\, Zimmermann’s life was tragically cut short. \nThere are numerous days around the world\, including international and officially recognized ones\, dedicated to animal issues. The significance of October 4th is that World Animal Day doesn’t focus on any particular aspect or problem specific to a single species. It calls for a comprehensive approach: animal cruelty\, the use of animals in agriculture\, laboratory animals\, rare and endangered species\, and so on. The holiday addresses the root of the problem: animals are living and sentient beings\, and they deserve to live a happy life. \n\nThe problem of human-animal relations has a history almost as long as that of humanity itself. While some religions considered all life on the planet equally valuable\, others deified animals or\, conversely\, recognized humans’ right to own them. Medieval theologians already posed questions about whether animals have souls\, and philosophers and thinkers of the modern era directly addressed questions of morality and ethics in relation to our smaller brothers and sisters. \nA true revolution occurred in the 1970s\, with the publication of Peter Singer’s Animal Liberation\, a book often considered the bible of the animal rights movement. Singer draws direct parallels between animal exploitation and discrimination based on skin color\, and rejects intelligence as the boundary between animals and humans\, comparing chimpanzees to infants. The book sparked a great deal of interest and sparked a surge of scientific interest in the issue. More has been written about animal rights in the next 20 years than in the previous 2\,000 years. \n\nOf course\, not all scientists agree\, and even the very phrase “animal rights” is subject to criticism. There’s also disagreement among animal rights activists. While some call for radical veganism\, others simply seek more humane treatment of animals. Ordinary pet owners are also interested in the issue\, one way or another. They agree on one thing: no one\, human or animal\, should suffer excessively. \nThe first practical measures to protect animals were taken in Great Britain. Even before the 19th century\, trials for cruelty to animals were known\, but all ended in vain. The law considered animals to be property\, and a fine could only be imposed if the defendant “caused injury” to the animal’s owner. It was only in 1821\, through the efforts of Richard Martin\, known as “Human Dick\,” that a law on cruelty to animals was passed. Martin also prosecuted the world’s first person convicted of cruelty to animals—a dealer who had brutally beaten his donkey. Remarkably\, the donkey itself testified as a “witness” during the trial; the jury was astonished by the animal’s condition and unanimously convicted. \n\nThe British founded the first animal welfare society\, the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Queen Victoria\, an opponent of vivisection\, personally granted the society this status. The society still exists today\, and it has never ceased its activities. The British\, known for their love of pets\, did not forget them even during the world wars. During World War I\, the society raised funds for veterinary medications for horses on the battlefield\, and during World War II\, volunteers rescued forgotten and lost animals from the rubble of London during the bombings. It is claimed that over 10\,000 animals were saved. Even the Allied Lend-Lease convoys to the USSR carried horse care kits prepared by society members. \nSimilar societies have been and continue to be established around the world. Some focus on saving specific endangered species\, others on caring for homeless animals\, advocating for the prohibition of animal testing\, and so on. In most cases\, these are non-profit organizations that rely on donations. Such foundations and public associations often support individual volunteer projects\, animal shelters\, and other initiatives. \n\nOne such organization\, the British Naturewatch Foundation\, works closely with concerned citizens and the British police\, helping to identify and investigate cases of animal cruelty. This organization is also noteworthy because they “introduced” World Animal Day online and created the holiday’s website. \nThe book “Animal Liberation”\nThe foundation offers some suggestions on how to celebrate this day. Of course\, the best option is to make a donation to local animal rights organizations\, or\, ideally\, volunteer yourself. You can also simply post on social media\, include the Day logo in your photo\, or host a small vegetarian party. Book lovers can visit our library and read the book that has so captivated both scholars and ordinary people alike: Peter Singer’s “Animal Liberation.”
URL:https://centralasiaclimateportal.org/event/world-animal-day-2026/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260919
DTSTAMP:20261013T052026
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SUMMARY:World Water Monitoring Day
DESCRIPTION:Every year on September 18\, since 2003\, World Water Monitoring Day has been celebrated. \nThis environmental holiday\, established on the initiative of the American Clean Water Foundation\, has now become an informational and educational program aimed at raising public awareness of the problems of the planet’s water resources and participating in protection against pollution. The program provides people with the opportunity to carry out basic monitoring of the state of local water bodies and is supported by the Water Environment Federation (WEF) and the International Water Association (IWA). \nInitially\, World Water Monitoring Day was planned to be celebrated on October 18\, in honor of the date of the adoption by the US Congress – October 18\, 1972 – of the “Clean Water Act”. This document is dedicated to the issues of restoration and protection of national water resources. But over time\, the holiday became famous and began to be held in other countries. Therefore\, since 2007\, its date has been moved forward a month\, to facilitate the participation of those countries in whose territories the water in reservoirs already freezes at this time of year.
URL:https://centralasiaclimateportal.org/event/world-water-monitoring-day/
CATEGORIES:Water resources
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260914
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260917
DTSTAMP:20261013T052026
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SUMMARY:the Second Regional One Health Conference
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to invite you to the Second Regional One Health Conference\, which will take place on September 14–15\, 2026\, in Bishkek\, the Kyrgyz Republic. The event is organized with the support of the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic and the World Bank\, in collaboration with the One Health Committee under the Coordination Council for Public Health of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic. \nThe Conference marks an important transition from the program design stage to the phase of practical implementation. The key highlight will be the official launch of the first phase of the national component of the “One Health for Pandemic Prevention” program in Kyrgyzstan. \nРегиональный экологический центр Центральной Азии (РЭЦЦА) выступает в качестве Регионального секретариата по координации деятельности в рамках «Единого здоровья» в Центральной Азии. РЭЦЦА обеспечивает организационную и техническую поддержку работы Регионального координационного совета по «Единому здоровью» (ROHCC)\, способствует налаживанию межсекторального диалога между странами региона\, а также оказывает содействие в реализации региональных и национальных программ\, направленных на укрепление систем профилактики зоонозных заболеваний\, борьбы с устойчивостью к противомикробным препаратам и обеспечения безопасности пищевых продуктов. \nConference webpage: https://carececo.org/main/activity/mettings/Second-Regional-Conference-One-Health/ \nScientific Day: Call for Abstracts \nOn Tuesday\, September 15\, 2026\, the Regional One Health Scientific Day will be held as part of the Conference. We invite researchers\, scientists\, and practitioners from Central Asia to present their findings and practical experiences related to the One Health approach. \nParticipation formats: \n\nOral presentation (selected through abstract peer review)\nPoster presentation\n\nKey thematic areas: \n\nPrevention and control of zoonotic diseases\nAntimicrobial resistance (AMR)\nFood safety\nImpact of climate change on disease emergence and spread\nCross-sectoral collaboration in human\, animal\, and environmental health\nIntegration of One Health principles into national policies and scientific research in Central Asia\n\nAbstract Submission Guidelines \nAbstracts should present original research findings or describe practical interventions implemented under the One Health framework in Central Asia. \nAbstract structure (maximum 500 words): \n\nIntroduction (Background): aim and objectives of the study/intervention\, hypothesis tested\, or description of the work carried out (including pilot projects).\nMethodology: study setting\, design\, target population\, and data collection and analysis methods.\nResults: key findings\, specific outcomes\, and lessons learned.\nConclusion.\n\nImportant Dates and Submission Process \n\nAbstract submission deadline: July 26\, 2026\nSubmission address: Dr. Kairat Tabynov\, Veterinary Sector Specialist\, One Health in Central Asia\, CAREC\nEmail: kairat.tabynov@gmail.com (with a mandatory copy to okravtsova@carececo.org – Oksana Kravtsova\, Project Coordinator)\n\nSelection Process and Participation Conditions \nThe Scientific Committee will review all submitted abstracts based on their technical and scientific merit\, as well as the quality of the presented results and lessons learned. Selection will also take into account the country\, age\, and gender of applicants to ensure equal opportunities. \n\nAuthors of the highest-ranked abstracts will be invited to deliver oral presentations.\nOther authors will be offered the opportunity to present posters.\n\nFunding: Travel and accommodation expenses will be covered for: \n\nOral presenters\nLead authors of the top 5 poster presentations\n\nConference languages: Russian and English (simultaneous interpretation will be provided). \nRegistration for the Conference (mandatory): https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScNUnzvUTj5VE-gVzRasULxELHgBCvb6b8WjRFm8hILMOLfhQ/viewform \nWe invite you to be part of this important event and contribute to strengthening regional cooperation in One Health! \n 
URL:https://centralasiaclimateportal.org/event/the-second-regional-one-health-conference/
CATEGORIES:Healthcare
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260907
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260908
DTSTAMP:20261013T052026
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SUMMARY:International Day of Clean Air for blue skies
DESCRIPTION:September 7 is one of the memorable dates of the United Nations\, which is called the International Day of Clean Air for blue skies. In 2020\, it was celebrated for the first time. \nIt is no secret that the problem of environmental pollution has long been included in the number of global problems of our time. Human activity and progress\, unfortunately\, have always had a downside\, expressed in the violation of the ecological balance. In addition to the depletion of natural resources\, human activity was accompanied by pollution of various areas of the environment: water\, air\, soil. Pollution\, ultimately\, many modern environmental scientists attribute to the factors that have a serious impact on climate change on the planet. \nThe memorable date of September 7\, established by Resolution (A/RES/74/212) of the UN General Assembly of December 19\, 2019\, is intended to draw the attention of all countries of the world to the problem of air pollution.
URL:https://centralasiaclimateportal.org/event/international-day-of-clean-air-for-blue-skies/
CATEGORIES:Climate change
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260904
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260907
DTSTAMP:20261013T052026
CREATED:20260803T041954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T042100Z
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SUMMARY:Regional Conference of youth on water and climate to be held in Samarkand - RCOY  Central Asia 2026
DESCRIPTION:RCOY Central Asia 2026 is the only fully youth-led platform of its kind in the region: on 4-6 September\, around 100 delegates from nine countries (Afghanistan\, Azerbaijan\, Kazakhstan\, Kyrgyzstan\, Mongolia\, Tajikistan\, Turkmenistan\, Türkiye and Uzbekistan) will gather in Samarkand\, Uzbekistan\, to develop a common regional position on water security and climate justice. \nHOW TO GET INVOLVED \n\nApply to attend the conference – by 2 August 2026: https://forms.gle/JYjAFD6zMrpUnQg67\nSubmit recommendations for the Regional Youth Statement – by 10 August 2026: https://forms.gle/fdvaXPffNazy3Nmw9\n\nMEDIA CONTACTS \nRCOY Central Asia 2026 Organizing Committee: rcoycentralasia@gmail.com\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/rcoycentralasia
URL:https://centralasiaclimateportal.org/event/regional-conference-of-youth-on-water-and-climate-to-be-held-in-samarkand-rcoy-central-asia-2026/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260817
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260829
DTSTAMP:20261013T052026
CREATED:20260805T035100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T035405Z
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SUMMARY:the 17th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP17) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD)
DESCRIPTION:The 17th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP17) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) will be hosted by Mongolia in its capital city\, Ulaanbaatar\, from 17 to 28 August 2026 under the theme Restoring Land. Restoring Hope. \nCOP17 is expected to bring together delegates from UNCCD’s 197 Parties\, alongside leaders from government\, business and civil society\, as well as scientists\, youth\, Indigenous Peoples\, pastoralists and smallholder farmers. They will convene to forge solutions to the interconnected challenges of desertification\, land degradation and drought\, recognizing that restoring land is also essential to reducing instability\, preventing displacement and strengthening human and national security in vulnerable regions. \n“Land is our most vital infrastructure — underpinning food security\, water\, livelihoods and stability. When land fails\, insecurity rises — through lost livelihoods\, forced displacement and increased competition over scarce resources. With UNCCD COP17\, Mongolia is offering the world a powerful message: Restoring Land\, Restoring Hope is not only an environmental agenda\, but a development and resilience priority. As drought intensifies and land degradation accelerates\, the conference must drive practical\, investable solutions — from restoring degraded land and soils to strengthening the land–water nexus — so that communities can thrive\,” said UNCCD Executive Secretary Yasmine Fouad. \nLand degradation is already affecting up to 40 per cent of the world’s land\, with far-reaching impacts on food production\, water availability\, livelihoods and economic stability. COP17 offers a pivotal moment for countries and partners to strengthen implementation and mobilize greater investment in drought resilience and sustainable land management. \nWith a vast territory of 1.56 million square kilometers\, Mongolia is among the countries most affected by desertification and land degradation\, with nearly 77 per cent of its land already degraded. Hosting UNCCD COP17 in Ulaanbaatar will place international focus on land restoration priorities\, including approaches that safeguard livelihoods\, food security and ecosystems in dryland regions. \nCOP17 is taking place during the United Nations International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists (IYRP 2026(\, declared by the United Nations General Assembly and championed by Mongolia. This presents a major opportunity to accelerate action on the sustainable management\, restoration and conservation of rangelands\, while spotlighting the needs of pastoralist communities who depend directly on these ecosystems for their livelihoods. \nRangelands cover more than half of the Earth’s land surface\, support the direct livelihoods of around 500 million people and provide one-sixth of the world’s nutrition needs\, yet remain among the planet’s most overlooked and increasingly degraded ecosystems. \nDuring the two-week conference\, participants will engage in a high-level segment including ministerial dialogues\, alongside multistakeholder forums and thematic discussions on science–policy integration\, innovation and solutions\, tools and technologies\, and financing. In addition to formal negotiations\, COP17 is expected to catalyze collective action on rangelands\, resilience and water\, as well as food systems and soil health. \nIn preparation for COP17\, Mongolia has launched national initiatives linking land restoration with livelihoods and rural development\, including the President-led “Billion Trees” National Campaign\, initiated in 2021 and aiming to plant one billion trees by 2030. Mongolia has also expanded public engagement and youth participation through national dialogues and outreach activities\, including the “Youth4Land” National Forum. Through the Mongolia Business Council\, the COP17 Presidency has been engaging the country’s private sector in support of UNCCD’s Business4Land Initiative that aims to accelerate private sector action for sustainable land management. \nhttps://www.unccd.int/cop17
URL:https://centralasiaclimateportal.org/event/the-17th-session-of-the-conference-of-the-parties-cop17-to-the-united-nations-convention-to-combat-desertification-unccd/
LOCATION:Монголии – Улан-Баторе
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260713
DTSTAMP:20261013T052026
CREATED:20260114T051648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T052540Z
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SUMMARY:International Day of Combating Sand and Dust Storms\, 12 July
DESCRIPTION:Sandstorm in Kidal\, Mali \nPhoto:©UN Photo/Blagoje Grujic\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSome of the most intimidating sights in nature are rolling dark clouds of sand and dust that engulf everything in their path\, a phenomenon that turns day into night and wreaks havoc everywhere from Northern China to sub-Saharan Africa. \nSand and dust storms and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)\nSand and dust storms (SDS) present a formidable and wide-spread challenge to achieving sustainable development in its economic\, social and environmental dimensions. They have become a serious global concern in recent decades due to their significant impacts on the environment\, health\, agriculture\, livelihoods\, and socio-economic well-being. Sand and dust storms are an essential element of the Earth’s natural bio-chemical cycles\, but are also caused in part by human-induced drivers\, including climate change\, and unsustainable land management and water use. In turn\, sand and dust storms contribute to climate change and air pollution. Sand and dust storms’ impacts are felt in all regions of the world\, both in developed and developing countries\, and pose severe challenges to achieving 11 of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals\, especially: \n\nSDG-2 — Goal 2: Zero hunger\nSDG-3 — Goal 3: Health\nSDG-6 — Goal 6: Water and sanitation\nSDG-8 — Goal 8: Economic growth\nSDG-11 — Goal 11: Cities\nSDG-13 — Goal 13: Climate action\, and\nSDG-15 — Goal 15: Biodiversity forests and desertification.\n\nAt least 25 per cent of global dust emissions originate from human activities\, and in some areas\, desert dust has doubled in the 20th century. The impact of this phenomena is difficult to control\, as human activity in one part of the world can cause sand and dust storms in another region. However\, just as sand and dust storms are caused by human activities\, these storms can also be reduced through human actions. \nUnited Nations action\nRecognizing that sand and dust storms and their negative impacts at different scales are issues of international concern\, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed 12 July as the International Day of Combating Sand and Dust Storms (A/RES/77/294). \nThe United Nations General Assembly\, furthermore\, stressed the need for cooperation at the global and regional levels\, with a view to preventing\, managing and mitigating the effects of sand and dust storms through the enhancement of early warning systems and the sharing of climate and weather information to forecast sand and dust storms. The General Assembly affirmed that resilient action to combat and reduce sand and dust storms requires a better understanding of the severe multidimensional impacts of sand and dust storms\, including the deterioration of the health\, well-being and livelihood of people\, increased desertification and land degradation\, deforestation\, loss of biodiversity and land productivity\, threatening food security\, and their impact on sustainable economic growth. \n\nUnited Nations Coalition on Combating Sand and Dust Storms (UNCCD)\n \nIn response to several recent General Assembly resolutions on Combating sand and dust storms\, United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) Parties officially launched the UN Coalition on Combating Sand and Dust Storms\, committing the UN System to a proactive approach to combat Sand and dust storms (SDS)\, and to enhance cooperation and coordination on SDS at global\, regional and sub-regional levels. \nThe mandate of the UN Coalition on Combating SDS\, as defined by the participating entities is as follows: \n\nPromote and coordinate a collaborative UN System response to SDS;\nFacilitate exchange of knowledge\, data and best practices among Coalition members to promote effective and coherent actions on SDS across the UN system and beyond;\nEncourage and promote collaboration on initiatives and actions among members of the Coalition\, including advocacy and funding initiatives;\nFacilitate dialogue and collaboration amongst affected countries and the UN system in addressing SDS issues collectively;\nFacilitate the capacity-building of Member States\, raise their awareness and enhance their preparedness and response to SDS in critical regions.
URL:https://centralasiaclimateportal.org/event/international-day-of-combating-sand-and-dust-storms-12-july/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture and rural development,Climate change,Emergency, risks, disaster risk reduction,Environment, hydrometeorology and ecosystems
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260617
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260618
DTSTAMP:20261013T052026
CREATED:20260114T051225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T051413Z
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SUMMARY:World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought\, 17 June
DESCRIPTION:A UN Project in collaboration with the Korea Forest Service is empowering local farmers in Ethiopia to restore their land\, secure sustainable incomes\, and combat climate change. \nPhoto:UNCCD\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRestore the land. Unlock the opportunities\nHealthy land underpins thriving economies\, with over half of global GDP dependent on nature. Yet we are depleting this natural capital at an alarming rate: every minute\, the equivalent of four football fields is lost due to land degradation. \nThis drives biodiversity loss\, increasing drought risk and displacing communities. The ripple effects are global—from rising food prices to instability and migration. \nDesertification\, land degradation\, and drought are among the most pressing environmental challenges of our time\, with up to 40% of all land area worldwide already considered degraded. \nAs the United Nations Decade on Ecosystem Restoration 2021-2030 marks its halfway point\, we must accelerate efforts to turn the tide of land degradation into large-scale restoration. If current trends continue\, we will need to restore 1.5 billion hectares of land and jumpstart a trillion-dollar land restoration economy by 2030. \nUnder the theme “Restore the land. Unlock the оpportunities”\, the 2025 observance shines a light on how restoring nature’s foundation—land—can create jobs\, boost food and water security\, support climate action and build economic resilience.
URL:https://centralasiaclimateportal.org/event/world-day-to-combat-desertification-and-drought-17-june-2/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture and rural development,Climate change,Environment, hydrometeorology and ecosystems,Water resources
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260606
DTSTAMP:20261013T052026
CREATED:20260114T045925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T052739Z
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SUMMARY:World Environment Day 5 June
DESCRIPTION:Plastic production has risen exponentially in the last decades and now amounts to some 400 million tons per year– a figure set to double by 2040. \nPhoto:Parilov/Adobe Stock\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBeat plastic pollution\nMore than 400 million tonnes of plastic is produced every year worldwide\, half of which is designed to be used only once. Of that\, less than 10 per cent is recycled. \nAn estimated 11 million tonnes end up in lakes\, rivers and seas annually. That is approximately the weight of 2\,200 Eiffel Towers all together. \nMicroplastics – tiny plastic particles up to 5mm in diameter – find their way into food\, water and air. It is estimated that each person on the planet consumes more than 50\,000 plastic particles per year –and many more if inhalation is considered. \nDiscarded or burnt single-use plastic harms human health and biodiversity and pollutes every ecosystem from mountain tops to the ocean floor. \nWith available science and solutions to tackle the problem\, governments\, companies and other stakeholders must scale up and speed actions to solve this crisis. \nWorld Environment Day joins the UNEP-led #BeatPlasticPollution this year to mobilize communities worldwide to implement and advocate for solutions. World Environment Day will spotlight the growing scientific evidence on the impacts of plastic pollution and drive momentum to refuse\, reduce\, reuse\, recycle\, and rethink plastics use to build a cleaner and more sustainable future. \n\n\n\nWhat is World Environment Day?\nLed by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and held annually on 5 June since 1973\, World Environment Day is the largest global platform for environmental public outreach and is celebrated by millions of people across the world. In 2025\, it is hosted by the Republic of Korea. \nWhy take part?\nTime is running out\, and nature is in emergency mode. To keep global warming below 1.5°C this century\, we must halve annual greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. Without action\, exposure to air pollution beyond safe guidelines will increase by 50 per cent within the decade and plastic waste flowing into aquatic ecosystems will nearly triple by 2040. \nWe need urgent action to address these pressing issues.
URL:https://centralasiaclimateportal.org/event/world-environment-day-5-june/
CATEGORIES:Environment, hydrometeorology and ecosystems
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260531T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260705T170000
DTSTAMP:20261013T052026
CREATED:20260129T035948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T042001Z
UID:53158-1780214400-1783270800@centralasiaclimateportal.org
SUMMARY:Eco Expo Central Asia 2026
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Eco Expo Central Asia 2026!\n\nEco Expo Central Asia is the largest international exhibition bringing together leading experts\, environmentalists\, entrepreneurs and activists from around the world to discuss and demonstrate innovative solutions in the field of environmental protection and sustainable development. The event will take place from 31 May – 2 June\, 2026 in one of the largest exhibition complexes – EXPO CENTER\, Silk Road Samarkand.\n\nMore info \nThe event will take place on May 31-June 5\, 2026\, at the Expo Center\, Silk Road Samarkand.EcoExpo Flyer ENG Final \nOrganizing committee\nNational Committee on ecology and climate change of the Republic of Uzbekistan
URL:https://centralasiaclimateportal.org/event/eco-expo-central-asia-2026/
CATEGORIES:Climate change,Energy,Environment, hydrometeorology and ecosystems
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260531
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260606
DTSTAMP:20261013T052026
CREATED:20251111T035412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T035808Z
UID:48236-1780185600-1780703999@centralasiaclimateportal.org
SUMMARY:The eighth assembly and 71st meeting of the Global Environment Facility (GEF) Council\, Samarkand\, Uzbekistan\, 31 May – 5 June 2026
DESCRIPTION:The eighth assembly and 71st meeting of the Global Environment Facility (GEF) Council will be held in 2026 in Samarkand\,   the Ministry of Ecology\, Environmental Protection and Climate Change of Uzbekistan announced . \nRepresentatives of the organization’s largest donors will gather at the foundation’s event in Samarkand. Together with experts\, they will discuss protecting the region’s environmental well-being and the causes of climate change. \nThe Assembly will help attract funding for green projects\, facilitate the exchange of experiences\, and strengthen regional cooperation. Assembly participants plan to discuss climate resilience and combating biodiversity loss. \n“Central Asia remains an extremely vulnerable region to the threats of climate change\, water scarcity\, and land degradation. The GEF Assembly in 2026 will be an important platform for raising funds\, sharing knowledge\, strengthening resilience\, and focusing attention on these issues. Through the summit and in collaboration with partner countries\, we aim to strengthen regional cooperation\, enhance climate resilience\, and prevent biodiversity loss\,” said Aziz Abdukhakimov\, Minister of Ecology\, Environmental Protection\, and Climate Change of the Republic of Uzbekistan\, speaking at the Council meeting. \nIt was also noted that the GEF Assembly in 2026 will be held not only on behalf of Uzbekistan\, but also on behalf of all of Central Asia. \nhttps://uz.kursiv.media/2025-06-09/uzbekistan-primet-vosmuyu-assambleyu-globalnogo-ekologicheskogo-fonda
URL:https://centralasiaclimateportal.org/event/the-eighth-assembly-and-71st-meeting-of-the-global-environment-facility-gef-council-samarkand-uzbekistan-31-may-5-june-2026/
CATEGORIES:Climate change,Environment, hydrometeorology and ecosystems,Natural resources and geology
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260525
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260529
DTSTAMP:20261013T052026
CREATED:20260112T052206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T052206Z
UID:51315-1779667200-1780012799@centralasiaclimateportal.org
SUMMARY:The Fourth High-Level Conference on Water Resources Tajikistan\, Dushanbe\, 25 to 28 May 2026
DESCRIPTION:As the initiator of the International Decade for Action and co-chair of the 2023 UN Water Conference\, Tajikistan continues to make every effort to advance the water agenda internationally. Building on the achievements of previous Dushanbe Water Process conferences (2018\, 2022\, 2024)\, the 2026 Conference will be a key preparatory stage leading up to the 2026 UN Water Conference\, accelerating progress towards Sustainable Development Goal 6 and other internationally agreed water-related goals. \nThe Fourth International High-Level Conference on the International Decade for Action in Dushanbe will bring together heads of state and government\, ministers\, UN entities\, international and regional organizations\, financial institutions\, academic institutions\, civil society representatives\, youth\, indigenous peoples\, and the private sector to advance commitments and showcase transformative solutions. Discussions will focus on maintaining and further building on the momentum created by the 2023 UN Water Conference\, advancing the implementation of the Water Action Agenda\, and initiating discussions ahead of the 2028 UN Water Conference\, which will be held in Tajikistan. \nParticipants will take part in high-level plenary sessions\, nine thematic sessions aligned with the themes of the Interactive Dialogues of the 2026 UN Water Conference\, pre-conference forums\, side events\, and an international exhibition. \nThe programme will also include a regional preparatory meeting organized by the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP)\, providing an important opportunity for Asia-Pacific countries to coordinate regional positions and strengthen their collective contribution to the 2026 UN Water Conference. \nThe Dushanbe Conference will also provide a unique opportunity to participate in special excursions that will allow participants to explore Tajikistan’s rich cultural and historical heritage\, reflecting ancient civilizations and the Silk Road legacy\, as well as gain first-hand insight into Tajik experience in water resources management\, including sustainable water infrastructure and hydropower. \nThe main results will be reflected in the Final Declaration\, the Co-Chairs’ Summary and the official Contribution to the 2026 UN Water Conference. \nThe Fourth Conference of the International Decade for Action “Water for Sustainable Development\, 2018-2028” will provide a key global platform for strengthening partnerships\, fostering innovation\, mobilizing finance and accelerating concrete action to ensure sustainable\, inclusive and climate-resilient water development worldwide.
URL:https://centralasiaclimateportal.org/event/the-fourth-high-level-conference-on-water-resources-tajikistan-dushanbe-25-to-28-may-2026/
CATEGORIES:Water resources
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260523
DTSTAMP:20261013T052026
CREATED:20260114T045637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T045744Z
UID:51507-1779408000-1779494399@centralasiaclimateportal.org
SUMMARY:International Day for Biological Diversity 22 May
DESCRIPTION:The unrestricted exploitation of wildlife has led to the disappearance of many animal species at an alarming rate\, destroying Earth’s biological diversity and upsetting the ecological balance \nPhoto:Vladimir Wrangel/Adobe Stock\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHarmony with nature and sustainable development\nAs the global community is called to re-examine our relationship to the natural world\, one thing is certain: despite all our technological advances we are completely dependent on healthy and vibrant ecosystems for our water\, food\, medicines\, clothes\, fuel\, shelter and energy\, just to name a few. \nThis involves respecting\, protecting\, and repairing our biological wealth. \nIn December 2022\, the world came together and agreed on a global plan to transform our relationship with nature. The adoption of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework\, sets 23 targets for 2030 and 5 global goals for 2050 to stop and reverse the loss of nature in 25 years. Among its goals: restore 20% of degraded ecosystems and reduce the introduction or settlement of invasive alien species by 50%. \nThis International Day for Biological Diversity\, under the theme “Harmony with nature and sustainable development”\, highlights how this plan for nature connects with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)\, showing that both agendas must advance together as they support one another. \nThis campaign also aims to instill a sense of urgency. We must act now. By 2025\, only five years will remain to meet both the near-term targets of the Global Biodiversity Framework and the SDGs. \n\n\n\nWhat do the Global Biodiversity Framework and the Sustainable Development Goals have in common?\nThe Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) is responsible for the observance of the International Day and serves as the UN instrument for the protection of biodiversity. Through its website\, the CBD provides promotional tools available in multiple languages. Among them\, this interactive page that explores the connection between the GBF (Global Biodiversity Framework) and the Sustainable Development Goals. \n\n\n\nWhen biodiversity has a problem\, humanity has a problem\nBiological diversity is often understood in terms of the wide variety of plants\, animals and microorganisms\, but it also includes genetic differences within each species — for example\, between varieties of crops and breeds of livestock — and the variety of ecosystems (lakes\, forest\, deserts\, agricultural landscapes) that host multiple kind of interactions among their members (humans\, plants\, animals). \nBiological diversity resources are the pillars upon which we build civilizations. Fish provide 20 per cent of animal protein to about 3 billion people. Over 80 per cent of the human diet is provided by plants. As many as 80 per cent of people living in rural areas in developing countries rely on traditional plant‐based medicines for basic healthcare. \nBut loss of biodiversity threatens all\, including our health. It has been proven that biodiversity loss could expand zoonoses – diseases transmitted from animals to humans- while\, on the other hand\, if we keep biodiversity intact\, it offers excellent tools to fight against pandemics like those caused by coronaviruses. \nWhile there is a growing recognition that biological diversity is a global asset of tremendous value to future generations\, the number of species is being significantly reduced by certain human activities. Given the importance of public education and awareness about this issue\, the UN decided to celebrate the International Day for Biological Diversity annually.
URL:https://centralasiaclimateportal.org/event/international-day-for-biological-diversity-22-may/
CATEGORIES:Biodiversity
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260515
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260516
DTSTAMP:20261013T052026
CREATED:20260518T030122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T030157Z
UID:61382-1778803200-1778889599@centralasiaclimateportal.org
SUMMARY:15 May – International Climate Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://centralasiaclimateportal.org/event/15-may-international-climate-day/
CATEGORIES:Climate change
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260515
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260516
DTSTAMP:20261013T052026
CREATED:20260512T055957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T060704Z
UID:61010-1778803200-1778889599@centralasiaclimateportal.org
SUMMARY:Online workshop: new report by Agora Energiewende and the University of Central Asia "Cross-Border Integration of Central Asian Energy Systems"
DESCRIPTION:Is it possible to decarbonize Central Asia’s energy sector without new coal-fired power plants—and how much is the region losing by delaying integration?\nWe invite you to an online workshop where the authors will present a new report by Agora Energiewende and the University of Central Asia\, “Cross-Border Integration of Central Asian Power Systems.” The study\, based on power system modeling (PyPSA-SPICE)\, shows that eliminating new coal could reduce the region’s annual system costs by approximately $3 billion (-15%) by 2035. Expanding interconnections—primarily between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan—increases these benefits\, especially in the face of rising gas prices.\nAnisa Abibulloeva Vladimir Slivyak\n📅 May 15\n🕐 2.5 hours\n💻 Zoom\nWorking language: Russian\nRegistration
URL:https://centralasiaclimateportal.org/event/online-workshop-new-report-by-agora-energiewende-and-the-university-of-central-asia-cross-border-integration-of-central-asian-energy-systems/
CATEGORIES:Climate change,Energy,Industry
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260425
DTSTAMP:20261013T052026
CREATED:20251212T063201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T071245Z
UID:49288-1776816000-1777075199@centralasiaclimateportal.org
SUMMARY:The 8th Central Asian Conference on Climate Change CAССС 2026
DESCRIPTION:April 22-24\, Astana\, Kazakhstan \n \nhttps://carececo.org/en/main/activity/mettings/caccc-2026/
URL:https://centralasiaclimateportal.org/event/ca%d1%81%d1%81%d1%81-2026-april-22-24-astana-kazakhstan/
CATEGORIES:Climate change
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260423
DTSTAMP:20261013T052026
CREATED:20260114T045125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T045232Z
UID:51503-1776816000-1776902399@centralasiaclimateportal.org
SUMMARY:International Mother Earth Day 22 April
DESCRIPTION:Picture taken by the Apollo 11 crew on their way home. \nPhoto:NASA (image restored by Toby Ord)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen Mother Earth sends us a message\nMother Earth is clearly urging a call to action. Nature is suffering. Oceans filling with plastic and turning more acidic. Extreme heat\, wildfires and floods\, have affected millions of people. \nClimate change\, man-made changes to nature as well as crimes that disrupt biodiversity\, such as deforestation\, land-use change\, intensified agriculture and livestock production or the growing illegal wildlife trade\, can accelerate the speed of destruction of the planet. \nThat is why we need to recover our ecosystems. Ecosystems support all life on Earth. The healthier our ecosystems are\, the healthier the planet – and its people. Restoring our damaged ecosystems will help to end poverty\, combat climate change and prevent mass extinction. But we will only succeed if everyone plays a part. \nFor this International Mother Earth Day\, let’s remind ourselves – more than ever – that we need a shift to a more sustainable economy that works for both people and the planet. Let’s promote harmony with nature and the Earth. Join the global movement to restore our world! \n\n\nGet involved. Invest in a better future.\nProtecting the planet is everyone’s responsibility. Join UNEP’s green revolution—get involved\, connect with nature\, and empower your community to restore our planet!
URL:https://centralasiaclimateportal.org/event/international-mother-earth-day-22-april-2/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture and rural development,Climate change,Environment, hydrometeorology and ecosystems
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260407
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260408
DTSTAMP:20261013T052026
CREATED:20260114T044710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T044759Z
UID:51499-1775520000-1775606399@centralasiaclimateportal.org
SUMMARY:7 April is World Health Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://centralasiaclimateportal.org/event/7-april-is-world-health-day/
CATEGORIES:Healthcare
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260402
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260404
DTSTAMP:20261013T052026
CREATED:20260325T093800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T093900Z
UID:58424-1775088000-1775260799@centralasiaclimateportal.org
SUMMARY:GEOSCIENCE & EXPLORATION CENTRAL ASIA 2026 FORUM
DESCRIPTION:Hydrogeology as the Key to a Sustainable Future: Water Resources Management to be Discussed in Astana\n\n\nOn April 3\, a panel session will be held in Astana as part of the GEOSCIENCE & EXPLORATION CENTRAL ASIA 2026 forum.\n“The Role of Hydrogeology in Sustainable Water Resources Management.”\n\n\nThe session will take place from 09:00 to 10:30 in the plenary hall.\n\n\nThe focus is on water security in Central Asia\, modern approaches to resource management and regional cooperation.\n\n\nConfirmed speakers include:\n— Nurzhan Nurzhigitov\, Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation of the Republic of Kazakhstan;\n— Malis Absametov\, director of the Institute of Hydrogeology and Geoecology named after. MIND. Ahmedsafina;\n— Dulat Kalitov\, head of the research center for applied hydrogeology at Satpaev University.\nParticipation of international experts is also expected.\nModerator – Bolat Bekniyaz.\n\n\nThe forum will be held on April 2–3 in Astana.\n\n\nDetails and registration: https://geca-forum.asia ⁠�
URL:https://centralasiaclimateportal.org/event/geoscience-exploration-central-asia-2026-forum/
CATEGORIES:Environment, hydrometeorology and ecosystems,Natural resources and geology
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260330
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260331
DTSTAMP:20261013T052026
CREATED:20260319T043109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T044049Z
UID:58330-1774828800-1774915199@centralasiaclimateportal.org
SUMMARY:International Forum "Dialogue for Sustainable Green Development: Investing in a Common Future" Uzbekistan\, Tashkent – ​​Central Asian Green University
DESCRIPTION:The holding of the forum “International Dialogue for Sustainable Green Development: Investing in a Common Future” in Tashkent is motivated by the need to transition from isolated national strategies to Integrated Forest Landscape Management . This will enable Central Asian countries to speak with one voice\nat global forums (such as COP29 and COP30) to attract green resources. \nFurthermore\, global warming\, water scarcity\n\, and transboundary environmental challenges require the combined efforts of Central Asian countries and development partners to attract green investment and implement innovative water-saving technologies in the forestry sector. \nForum goals \nThe forum aims to create a unified regional platform\nfor exchanging experiences\, attracting resources\, and developing joint strategies for preserving and enhancing forest resources. \n  \nKey tasks: \n\nDevelopment of regional projects for the development and expansion of forests;\nAttracting grants and concessional financing\nfrom international institutions (WB\, ADB\, Green Climate Fund) for reforestation projects.\nDiscussion of the role of forests in the carbon balance and the development of the carbon credit market.\nEstablishment of a network of seed banks for Central Asian countries.\n\n  \nThematic areas (Panel sessions) \nPlenary session on the topic: Forests as a driver of a sustainable economy: international cooperation for common development: \n— mechanisms for attracting direct investment in the forestry sector; \n— carbon neutrality: creation of a regional system of forest offset certification; \n— ESG projects: partnership with the private sector (Acta Climate\, Sinoway Forest). \n— water-saving technologies: from hydrogels to intelligent drip irrigation. \n— use of satellite data and UAVs for forest inventory (in collaboration with FAO and IUFRO). \n— creation of a digital platform for seed stock exchange\, implementation of AI. \n— The role of the academic community in the implementation of projects; \n— The experience of the “Great Green Wall” (China) and its adaptation to the conditions of Aralkum and others. \n  \nParticipants \nThis forum\, organized by the Agency for the Extension of Forests\nand Green Zones and Combating Desertification under the National Committee on Ecology and Climate Change of the Republic of Uzbekistan\, will bring together leaders and representatives of government agencies from Central Asian countries responsible for the development and implementation of forestry\npolicy . \nIn particular\, the following are expected to participate: \n– heads of ministries and departments of Central Asian countries\, Azerbaijan\, Mongolia\, Latvia\, USA\, China\, Turkey\, Korea\, etc. \n– experts from international organizations and representatives of banks (CAREC\, FAO\, FDA\, KOICA\, JICA\, World Bank\, EBRD\, IDB\, ADB\, IFC). \n– representatives of foreign forestry research institutes. \n– investors\, representatives of the private sector interested\nin ESG projects: Acta Climate\, Sinoway Forest.
URL:https://centralasiaclimateportal.org/event/international-forum-dialogue-for-sustainable-green-development-investing-in-a-common-future-uzbekistan-tashkent-central-asian-green-university/
CATEGORIES:Environment, hydrometeorology and ecosystems
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260326
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260327
DTSTAMP:20261013T052026
CREATED:20260319T032735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T032735Z
UID:58234-1774483200-1774569599@centralasiaclimateportal.org
SUMMARY:8th Tashkent Water Security Forum\,  "From Knowledge to Action: Enhancing Science and Policy Dialogue for Improved Water Security in Central Asia"Tashkent\, Uzbekistan
DESCRIPTION:The Tashkent Water Security Forum is a dedicated platform bringing together National Research University scientists\, policymakers\, practitioners\, and regional stakeholders to share research findings\, exchange perspectives\, and support informed decision-making on water governance and climate adaptation. The 2026 Forum theme\, “From Knowledge to Action: Enhancing Science and Policy Dialogue for Improved Water Security in Central Asia\,” underscores the urgent need to translate scientific evidence into practical policies and joint actions. \nThe program features two distinguished keynote speakers and a comprehensive agenda designed to inspire impactful dialogue. Please find  the official announcement and detailed program for your reference. We kindly invite you to confirm your in-person participation by registering via the following link: https://events.gfz.de/tashkent-water-security-forum. \nVenue:\nTashkent Institute of Irrigation and Agricultural Mechanization Engineers (TIIAME)  National Research University \nZoom :\nВремя: 26 мар. 2026 09:00 AM Исламабад\,\nКарачи\, Ташкент\nПодключиться к конференции Zoom\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/89282986055?pwd=Uj8fei9otsZdBbajaIXBebJxW80v7P.1\nАналитика конференции с помощью Zoom AI Companion доступна по ссылке:\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/launch/edl?muid=5b3deaa9-d50b-4999-a6d4-ba863cf891fd\nИдентификатор конференции: 892 8298 6055\nКод доступа: 560215 \n  \nProgram:\nhttps://www.cawaproject.net/fileadmin/cawa/news/6th_TWSL/Draft_programme_TWSF2026_.pdf \nhttps://drive.google.com/file/d/1N7GB_BfCbNEOcA0Iy5wN2LoUdmV0Gr1m/view?usp=sharing \nTWSF_2026_Announcement https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Rhrr4JqQ1hE9V4S8xtLAJLWUjmypacG7/view?usp=sharing
URL:https://centralasiaclimateportal.org/event/8th-tashkent-water-security-forum-from-knowledge-to-action-enhancing-science-and-policy-dialogue-for-improved-water-security-in-central-asiatashkent-uzbekistan/
CATEGORIES:Water resources
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260326
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260327
DTSTAMP:20261013T052026
CREATED:20260116T063426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T063903Z
UID:51761-1774483200-1774569599@centralasiaclimateportal.org
SUMMARY:Tashkent Water Security Forum (TWSF) 2026
DESCRIPTION:Dear colleagues and friends\, \nWe are pleased to announce the upcoming Tashkent Water Security Forum (TWSF) 2026\, jointly organized with TIIAME National Research University and GFZ Helmholtz-Centre for Geosciences within the framework of the Green Central Asia Program. The forum will take place on March 26\, 2026\, at TIIAME National Research University in Tashkent\, Uzbekistan. \nThe theme of the next TWSF is\n“From Knowledge to Action: Bridging Science and Policy for Central Asian Water Security”. \nSince 2020\, the Tashkent Water Security Forum – originally launched as the Tashkent Water Security Lectures – has been held annually\, serving as a platform to foster dialogue between science and policy in the water sector of Central Asia. The previous seven events\, organized in Germany and Uzbekistan\, have contributed significantly to knowledge exchange and collaboration between water scientists and decision-makers in the region. \nThe 2026 forum will be organized as an in-person event. Registration is now open and can be completed via the following link: https://events.gfz.de/tashkent-water-security-forum. \nPlease find attached the preliminary program as well as information on previous TWSF(L) events. A follow-up announcement with the detailed program will be circulated in due course.
URL:https://centralasiaclimateportal.org/event/tashkent-water-security-forum-twsf-2026/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260323
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260324
DTSTAMP:20261013T052026
CREATED:20260114T112624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T112925Z
UID:51642-1774224000-1774310399@centralasiaclimateportal.org
SUMMARY:World Meteorological Day
DESCRIPTION:This date is the date of entry into force of the World Meteorological Organization Convention in 1950. Monitoring environmental pollution is an important part of meteorological observations. Statistics collected over the past decade show that more than 80% of all natural disasters are of meteorological or hydrological origin.
URL:https://centralasiaclimateportal.org/event/world-meteorological-day-3/
CATEGORIES:Climate change,Environment, hydrometeorology and ecosystems
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260323
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260324
DTSTAMP:20261013T052026
CREATED:20260114T033439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T033546Z
UID:51493-1774224000-1774310399@centralasiaclimateportal.org
SUMMARY:World Meteorological Day
DESCRIPTION:Every 23 March\, the World Meteorological Organization commemorates the coming into force of the Convention establishing the World Meteorological Organization on 23 March 1950. \nIt showcases the essential contribution of National Meteorological and Hydrological Services to the safety and wellbeing of society and is celebrated with activities around the world. The themes chosen for World Meteorological Day reflect topical weather\, climate or water-related issues. \nThe theme for World Meteorological Day 2026 is “Observing Today\, Protecting Tomorrow.”
URL:https://centralasiaclimateportal.org/event/world-meteorological-day-2/
CATEGORIES:Climate change,Environment, hydrometeorology and ecosystems
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260322
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260323
DTSTAMP:20261013T052026
CREATED:20260113T062905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T063032Z
UID:51458-1774137600-1774223999@centralasiaclimateportal.org
SUMMARY:World Water Day 22 March
DESCRIPTION:Photo:UNICEF/Vinay Panjwani\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere water flows\, equality grows\nThe global water crisis affects everyone – but not equally. \nWhere people lack safe drinking water and sanitation close to home\, inequalities flourish\, with women and girls bearing the brunt. \nThey collect water. \nThey manage water. \nThey care for people made sick by unsafe water. \nThey lose time\, health\, safety\, and opportunities. \nAnd too often\, the systems that govern water leave women and girls out of decision-making\, leadership\, funding and representation. \nThis makes the water crisis a women’s crisis. \nWe need a transformative\, rights-based approach to solving these challenges\, where women’s voices are heard and their agency recognized. \nAll women must be equitably represented at all levels of water leadership – helping design every pipe and policy. \nAnd women must drive change in water as engineers\, farmers\, scientists\, sanitation workers and community leaders. \nAs we face growing risks\, from a changing climate and water-related disasters to financing shortfalls\, from social norms to governance gaps\, we need everybody to play their full part: managing water as a common good and building resilience for the future. \nThis includes engaging men and boys as allies in promoting safe water\, sanitation and hygiene for all\, and in challenging the norms and behaviours that hold women and girls back. \nOnly then can safe water services meet everyone’s needs – empowering women and girls to lead healthier\, more fulfilled lives – and making water a force for sustainable development and gender equality that benefits us all. \n\n\n\n\nPlay your part!\n\nWater can be a powerful force for gender equality — but only if everyone plays their part. Individuals\, schools\, organizations\, companies and governments all have a role to play to ensure that where water flows\, equality grows. \nDownload resources. \n\n\nKey messages for World Water Day 2026\n\nThe global water crisis affects everyone – but not equally. Where people lack the human rights to safe drinking water and sanitation\, inequalities flourish\, with women and girls bearing the brunt. It’s time to centre women and girls in water solutions.\nWomen must shape the future of water. Water services must withstand climate change and meet everyone’s needs. We need a transformative\, rights-based approach to solving the water crisis\, where women’s voices\, leadership and agency are fully recognized.\nWhere water flows\, equality grows. When women and girls have equal voice in water decisions\, services become more inclusive\, sustainable and effective. We must invest in women’s leadership to make water a force for a healthier\, more prosperous\, gender-equal future that will benefit us all.
URL:https://centralasiaclimateportal.org/event/world-water-day-22-march-2/
CATEGORIES:Water resources
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260321
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260322
DTSTAMP:20261013T052026
CREATED:20260113T061739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T061920Z
UID:51449-1774051200-1774137599@centralasiaclimateportal.org
SUMMARY:International Day of Forests | 21 March
DESCRIPTION:The United Nations General Assembly proclaimed 21 March the International Day of Forests (IDF) in 2012. The Day celebrates and raises awareness of the importance of all types of forests. On each International Day of Forests\, countries are encouraged to undertake local\, national and international efforts to organize activities involving forests and trees\, such as tree planting campaigns. \nThe theme for each International Day of Forests is chosen by the Collaborative Partnership on Forests. \n\n\n\nCelebrating forests and economies\n  \nForests and economies is the theme of the 2026 International Day of Forests\, celebrating the essential roles of forests in driving economic prosperity. These roles go well beyond income and jobs from forest production and the trade of renewable raw materials and foods: forests also sustain family and community agriculture\, enhance agricultural productivity\, and safeguard healthy watersheds. \nWith many countries seeking to move toward a sustainable bioeconomy\, forest products offer nature-based solutions as replacements for carbon-intensive materials while generating new economic opportunities. \nForests are indispensable for healthy economies – today and for future generations.  \n\n\n\n\nHow will you mark the day?\n\n\n\n\n\nShare the video\, forest fact animations\, logo and banners – available in multiple languages. Check out the International Day of Forest social media kit for more resources.\nEnter the 2026 International Day of Forests photo contest!\nJoin the conversation on social media using the #ForestDay hashtag. Pass on some of this year’s key messages or take a photo of your favourite forest and share online.\nOrganize or join events celebrating forests: tree plantings\, symposiums\, art exhibitions\, photo competitions or host a student debate.\nDon’t forget to tell us about it at IDF@fao.org and send us photos so we can add them to the gallery of events happening around the world.
URL:https://centralasiaclimateportal.org/event/international-day-of-forests-21-march-2/
CATEGORIES:Biodiversity
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UID:51454-1774051200-1774137599@centralasiaclimateportal.org
SUMMARY:World Day for Glaciers 21 March
DESCRIPTION:Glaciers are considered as important water towers since they store approximately 70% of the global freshwater. \nPhoto:DJoseph/Adobe Stock\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGlaciers: Guardians of Earth’s Future\n  \nGlaciers are nature’s frozen sentinels\, vast rivers of ice and snow that carve the Earth\, silently bearing witness to the passage of time and the shifting rhythms of our planet. \nThey are essential to Earth’s ecosystem\, acting as critical freshwater reservoirs and indicators of the planet’s health. They provide water for millions of people\, regulate sea levels\, and support biodiversity. \nYet\, these frozen giants are under threat. Rising global temperatures are causing glaciers to retreat at an alarming rate\, leading to water scarcity\, rising sea levels\, and increasing the chances of natural disasters like floods or landslides. \nThese cascading changes jeopardize ecosystems\, human livelihoods\, and economies around the world. To address this urgent challenge\, ambitious action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions is essential. \nThe first World Day for Glaciers\, declared by the UN in its resolution A/RES/77/158 along with the International Year of Glaciers 2025\, encourage us all to act to preserve the vital role of glaciers in sustaining life on Earth for generations to come. \n  \n\n \nDCrane Photography/Adobe Stock\n\n\n\nJoin the movement\, save the glaciers\n\nUNESCO and the World Meteorological Organization join forces to champion the cause of glaciers. They are the leading UN agencies in charge of the International Day and the International Year of Glaciers. Follow their initiatives! Let’s act now to protect our glaciers and safeguard the lifelines they provide! \n2025 International Year of Glaciers’ Preservation \nPromotional material on Trello \nEvents \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWorld Day for Glaciers & World Water Day 2025 Celebration\n\nIf you missed our UN event in New York\, you can watch it here. \n\n\nDid you know?\n\n\n\nMore than 2 billion people —equivalent to more than the combined populations of China and the United States— depend on glacier and snowmelt as a crucial source of freshwater.\nThe ongoing decline in glaciers contributes to global sea-level rise\, with today’s sea level about 20 cm higher than in 1900.\nGlaciers are projected to vanish in one-third of the current sites by 2050.\n\nKey messages\n\nReasons to defend our icy giants\n\n\n\n\n\nUN Websites you should not miss\n\n\nInternational Year of Glaciers 2025\nWorld Meteorological Organization: cryosphere\nUNEP\nClimate Change\nUNFCCC\nWorld Water Day 2025\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUN Water – UNESCO flagship World Water Development Report 2025\n\n\n\n UN Water-UNESCO join report on water and sanitation is launched every year on World Water Day\, exploring the same theme as World Water Day\, and giving policy recommendations to decision-makers by offering best practices and in-depth analyses. The 2025 edition is titled ‘Water Towers: Mountains and glaciers’. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin the UN-Water campaign for glaciers\n\n\n\nUN-Water has joined forces with other entities to champion the cause of glaciers with a global campaign for World Water Day (22 March). This powerful initiative shines a spotlight on the far-reaching impacts of glacier changes on downstream communities and ecosystems and the need for developing water-related adaptation strategies. Let’s act now to protect our glaciers and safeguard the lifelines they provide!
URL:https://centralasiaclimateportal.org/event/world-day-for-glaciers-21-march-2/
CATEGORIES:Climate change,Water resources
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SUMMARY:International Earth Day
DESCRIPTION:Historically\, Earth Day is celebrated twice in the world: on March 20 and April 22. The first holiday has a pacifist and humanistic focus\, the second – an ecological one.
URL:https://centralasiaclimateportal.org/event/international-earth-day/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260319
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DTSTAMP:20261013T052026
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SUMMARY:Online side-event "Regional Dialogue on Cryospheric Sciences in Central Asia"
DESCRIPTION:2025\, the International Year of Glacier Conservation\, has concluded and passed the baton to the Decade of Action for Cryospheric Sciences (2025–2034). To maintain momentum and build on the achievements achieved\, it is important to continue dialogue and regional cooperation.\n\n\nTherefore\, on March 19\, the UNESCO Regional Office in Almaty will hold an online side event dedicated to developing cooperation in cryospheric sciences in Central Asia.\n\n\nThe dialogue aims to strengthen joint research\, monitoring and knowledge sharing so that scientific evidence can better support decisions on climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction.\n\n\nMarch 19\, 2026\, 15:00–16:30 Almaty time\nhttps://www.facebook.com/100063499062426/posts/1539412864852001/?rdid=jUY2uFpML8BElp18#
URL:https://centralasiaclimateportal.org/event/online-side-event-regional-dialogue-on-cryospheric-sciences-in-central-asia/
CATEGORIES:Education, knowledge and training,Water resources
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