In recent years, water shortages, which have become increasingly acute in the region, will inevitably hinder economic growth in Central Asian countries. Growing populations and industrial development are primarily increasing the burden on water management. In this regard, Kazinform spoke with leading experts to assess the current situation in the
Nearly 2,400 glaciers in our country are under severe pressure from climate change. Who monitors them and how? What is the current state of domestic glaciology and specialist training? Kazinform news agency explored these issues. Photo: tiptoptrek.com Glacier monitoring Assessing glacier conditions requires continuous scientific monitoring. In Kazakhstan, this
The turning of Siberian rivers (diagram) The International University of Science and Business of Kyrgyzstan is launching an international study on water security in Central Asia, 24.kg reports . Water resources are becoming a key issue for the region amid climate change, rising water consumption, and the dependence of Central Asian countries
Just a few decades ago, the site of the Chinese Academy of Sciences’ research station was nothing but the sands of the Taklamakan Desert. Today, it’s a veritable oasis, home to trees and shrubs, scientists, and the results of their research are helping combat desertification not only in China but
Majilis deputy and AMANAT party faction member Dyusenbay Turganov sent a parliamentary inquiry to Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov regarding the decline in the Caspian Sea level. According to the deputy, the shallowing of the Caspian Sea is gradually transforming from an environmental issue into a matter of state management of
June 5 marks Ecologist Day in Kazakhstan. This date coincides with World Environment Day, established by the UN to draw attention to environmental protection and sustainable development, reports a Kazinform correspondent. Collage: Kazinform/ Nano Banana In recent years, the environmental agenda in Kazakhstan has expanded significantly. While environmental issues
Yesterday, May 16, a ceremony was held in the city of Turkestan to launch a project to artificially enhance precipitation. Kazakhstan became the first country in Central Asia to implement artificial rainfall technology. The project aims to increase water levels in reservoirs. It will also increase water resources for agricultural
Photo: elements.envato.com Kazakhstan recorded an electricity surplus from January to May 2026. Generation totaled 53.6 billion kWh, while consumption reached 53.3 billion kWh, DKNews.kz reports . Thus, production exceeded consumption by approximately 300 million kWh. The power system is operating stably. Relevant authorities note that current indicators indicate the balanced operation of
From June 1 to 2, 2026, the countries of Central Asia, together with the World Bank, held a two-day virtual regional meeting dedicated to reviewing the results of the third year of implementation of the large-scale multi-country project “Pandemic Preparedness and Response through the One Health Approach in Central Asia,” financed under
The 2026 update of the Critical Ecosystem Partnership Fund Ecosystem Profile for the Mountains of Central Asia has been published – we have a visual summary on our website: https://zoinet.org/product/cepf-summary-2/ Full report and technical summary: https://www.cepf.net/…/biodivers…/mountains-central-asia
