Agriculture in Uzbekistan consumed 39 billion cubic meters of water over the year. Of this, 36%, or 14 billion cubic meters, was lost in earthen channels, the president said. Another 5-6 billion cubic meters are lost due to outdated irrigation methods. Last year, agriculture in Uzbekistan consumed 39 billion cubic meters of water. Of this, 36%, or more …
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CAMP4ASB AF: 3rd Regional Steering Committee Meeting October 27, 2023 – The Regional Environmental Centre for Central Asia (CAREC) held online the third meeting of the Regional Steering Committee (RSC) of the Climate Adaptation and Mitigation Program for Aral Sea Basin Additional Financing (CAMP4ASB AF). The meeting of the RSC CAMP4ASB AF convened representatives of …
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CAMP4ASB Helps You Make Your Dreams Come True The effects of climate change are increasingly affecting agriculture and the well-being of the population. For Tajikistan with a sharply continental and arid climate, where only 7% of the country’s territory falls on the valley part, and the rest is occupied by mountains, the issue of timely …
The Afghanistan government has announced plans for the construction of two pivotal projects in the energy and water resources sectors. These strategic initiatives are aimed at ensuring the country’s energy security. Both projects will be implemented in the Faryab province, situated in northwestern Afghanistan, near the Turkmenistan border. It is worth noting that the construction …
Construction of Two Dams Commences on Afghanistan’s Border with Turkmenistan Read More »
The energy transition remains only the destiny of developed countries. Share of advanced economies + China in 2010-2022 accounted for more than 95% of global sales of electric vehicles and heat pumps. These countries added 85% of total wind and solar capacity. But on the other hand, it is these countries that account for the …
ALMATY, KAZAKHSTAN – 19-20 October 2023 CAREC representatives participated in a regional workshop on co-design of the global, early drought forecasting system in different hydrological sectors, of the OUTLAST research project. The event was held in accordance with the new Central Asia Development Strategy 2020, which aims to strengthen cross-border dialogue on climate, environment and …
Eruption-triggered rapid O3 depletion. After the HT eruption, a balloon campaign took place at Réunion Island (left picture). Plume dynamics showcase the volcanic injection of H2O vapor, sulfur dioxide (SO2), and HCl, prompting rapid chlorine activation on hydrated volcanic aerosol and O3 depletion in the stratosphere. The 22 January 2022 O3 profile (black line) …
Hunga-Tonga Hunga-Ha’apai volcano eruption depleted ozone layer Read More »
Droughts and extreme precipitation have become a harsh reality in the contemporary world. These natural phenomena bring destruction and pose serious threats to human life and the global economy. Over time, climate change triggers the melting of snow, ice, and glaciers, resulting in more frequent and devastating floods, as well as endangering the resilience of …
New WMO Report: Enhancing Monitoring of Water Resources is Imperative Read More »
On November 24, 2023, a regular meeting of the Network of Academic Societies (NAS) will be held in Almaty, organized by the USAID Regional Water and Vulnerable Environment Activity (WAVE) in cooperation with the Regional Environmental Centre for Central Asia (CAREC) and the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation. This meeting will be held for …
Central Asian Network of Academic Societies Meeting: Plans and Expectations Read More »
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) announces the expansion of the geographical coverage of one of its key water resource management tools – WaPOR. This innovative tool, well-known for its application in Africa and the Middle East for the past six years, is now broadening its functionality to a global scale. WaPOR provides real-time access …
Innovative Solution for Monitoring Water Resources by FAO: Global Scale and Prospects Read More »
