Central Asia Water & Energy Program

Central Asia is a dynamic and geographically diverse region enjoying steady economic growth and new development opportunities. A key element in the continued growth, prosperity, stability and well-being of the population is the smart management of the region’s energy and water resources. The Central Asia Water and Energy Program (CAWEP) recognizes that strengthened water and …

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Scientists unveil least costly carbon capture system to date

The need for technology that can capture, remove and repurpose carbon dioxide grows stronger with every CO2 molecule that reaches Earth’s atmosphere. To meet that need, scientists at the Department of Energy’s Pacific Northwest National Laboratory have cleared a new milestone in their efforts to make carbon capture more affordable and widespread. They have created …

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Climate Risk Profile: Central Asia

Overview of historical and future climate trends of the region, current climate plans and strategies in the region, and projects that are implemented to limit climate change effects.

Global Economic Prospects, chapter titled “Europe and Central Asia”

Economic growth in Europe and Central Asia is estimated to have sharply declined in 2022 and is projected to remain unchanged in 2023. The near-term economic outlook poses a risk to global financial conditions, financial turmoil, and worsening energy shortages. Inflation, high food and energy prices.

USAID launches a “community of practice” to strengthen cooperation on water, energy, food and environmental issues in Central Asia

BISHKEK, KYRGYZ REPUBLIC (November 10, 2022) – Today, in Bishkek, USAID launched a Community of Practice webpage that will serve as an online knowledge repository and discussion platform for water specialists in the region, and provide an important foundation for ensuring sustainable collaboration on water, energy and climate change issues in Central Asia. Tha launch …

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COP27. Build the Future: Inclusive Infrastructure for Climate Action

Event details Themes: infrastructure, inclusion, gender equality, intersectionality, climate justice, climate mobility Date: 11 November 2022, Climate Justice day Time: 18:00 – 19:30 (GMT+2) Duration: 90 minutes + 30 minutes set-up & egress Venue: Blue Zone, Climate Mobility Pavilion Audience capacity: 56 participants Background Every year, 21.5 million people are displaced due to weather-related hazards …

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