On 26 December 2025, within the framework of the project “Sustainable Landscape Restoration in the Republic of Tajikistan,” two specialized livestock transport vehicles were handed over to the State Institution “Pasture and Melioration Trust” of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Tajikistan. Each vehicle has the capacity to transport up to 450 heads of small
The number of glaciers in Kyrgyzstan has risen by 1,795 in recent years, but it does not mean that new glaciers have emerged. Their total number has become more because larger glaciers melt and turn into smaller ones. The glaciation area of Kyrgyzstan, i.e. the area of glaciers, have reduced
he Uzbekistan Resilient Landscape Restoration Project (RESILAND Uzbekistan) has strengthened its work on processing community grievances and preparing new livelihood-support initiatives in regions where land restoration activities are nearing completion, project representatives said following a series of field visits to the Syrdarya, Jizzakh, Samarkand, Surkhandarya, and Kashkadarya regions. Experts under
As part of the implementation of the project “Sustainable Landscape Restoration in the Republic of Tajikistan,” a working visit to the project’s target areas was carried out from 16 to 18 December 2025. The visit was conducted in accordance with the approved work plan and aimed at monitoring previously established plantations and preparing
The Central Asian region faces complex environmental challenges—land degradation, climate change, and water scarcity—that directly affect national economies and the quality of life of local populations. These challenges are particularly acute in transboundary areas, where coordinated action among countries is essential for effectively addressing environmental issues. In this context, the
The Agency for Hydrometeorology of the Committee for Environmental Protection under the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan, within the framework of implementing the points of the “State Program for the Study and Protection of Glaciers of Tajikistan for 2010–2030,” as well as in compliance with the requirements of the
On December 19–20, the Central Asian University of Environment and Climate Change (Green University) is hosting the 3rd International Scientific and Practical Conference “Nature-Based Solutions to Environmental Problems.” The event brought together representatives of government agencies, the scientific community, non-governmental and international organizations, as well as relevant experts from abroad.
The RESILAND CA+ Program in Uzbekistan continues to develop actively, covering 253,000 hectares of land and aimed at restoring degraded lands, rangelands, forests, and promoting sustainable landscape management. The main objective of the program is to increase land productivity, preserve ecosystem services, and create opportunities for eco-tourism. Regional Coverage and Key Features · Surkhandarya Region —
On December 17, 2025, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced plans to establish a national network of climate shelters in public buildings across the country before the next summer season. The measures are aimed at protecting the population from extreme heat and ensuring the safety of the most vulnerable, according
2,425 views 2 comments Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, photo by Akorda Kassym-Jomart Tokayev addressed issues of transboundary water use and the environmental state of the Aral and Caspian Seas during a forum in Ashgabat, Akorda reports. According to the Head of State, ensuring water security requires special attention. “In the face of increasing
