Third Central Asian Regional expedition: studying the Barkrak Glacier in Uzbekistan
On August 8-18, 2025, a multidisciplinary expedition was organized to the “Barkrak-medium” glacier located in the Pskem range in the Republic of Uzbekistan. Upon arrival in Tashkent, participants took a mandatory briefing covering safety protocols, regional topographic features, climatic conditions, and methodological approaches to field research. Furthermore, they were acquainted with the wide experience of […]
From Toddlers to the Elderly: Creative Workshops in Ashgabat Celebrate Amu Darya River Day
Ahead of Amu Darya River Day, a unique series of creative workshops took place in Ashgabat as part of the regional project “Climate-sensitive Water Resources Management in Central Asia”, implemented by GIZ. These vibrant and inspiring events served as a reminder that water is not only a vital resource but also an inexhaustible source of […]
Joint Research on a Glacier in Tajikistan
From July 25 to August 1, a regional scientific expedition to the Hydrographic Party (HGP) Glacier in the Zeravshan Basin of the Republic of Tajikistan took place within the framework of the “Green Central Asia, Phase II” program. The expedition aimed to comprehensively study current glaciological and hydrological processes under the increasing impact of climate […]
Central Asia agrees on the focus of the new university course on renewable energy
An online meeting of the Regional Task Force on Education for a Just and Inclusive Energy Transition in Central Asia (RTEET), jointly organized by the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) and the Regional Environmental Centre for Central Asia (CAREC), was held online. The event brought together representatives of ministries, technical universities, research […]
Kazakhstan Adopted New Water Code: Advancing Sustainable Water Management
In April 2025, the Republic of Kazakhstan adopted a new Water Code — a landmark legal framework designed to modernize water governance, increase transparency, and ensure the sustainable use of the country’s water resources. The Code’s development was the result of broad collaboration among national experts, government institutions, academia, and international partners. It received significant […]
First draft of the Public Outreach Strategy on the benefits of Renewable Energy Sources and Energy Efficiency
On July 18, the Second Round Table was held in Ashgabat to finalize the first draft of the Public Outreach Strategy on the benefits of Renewable Energy Sources and Energy Efficiency The event was organized with the support of the ‘EU for a green Turkmenistan: Policy Dialogue and Climate Action 2024–2028’ project The Round Table […]
Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan Strengthen Cooperation in Groundwater Management
On July 17–18, a training seminar for representatives from Kazakhstan was held at the Uzbekhydrogeology premises in Tashkent as part of the EU4SustainableCentralAsia project. The event focused on the establishment of a situational center and the exchange of experience in groundwater management. Participants from Kazakhstan included staff from the Ministry of Water Resources and Kazhydrogeology. […]
Amu Darya River Day Celebrated in Shirkent!
On 16 July, a roundtable discussion focusing on the exchange of experience in environmental education and culture was held at the Environmental Education Centre of the Shirkent Historical and Nature Park. The event was organized by the Committee for Environmental Protection under the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan with the support of the project […]
Training on Climate Change Adaptation in the Kafirnigan River Basin
On July 8, a one-day training on climate change adaptation in the Kafirnigan River Basin was held in Dushanbe. The event aimed to strengthen the resilience of the region’s water resources to climate-related challenges. The training brought together 25 participants — members of the Basin Women’s Forum, representatives of local communities, water management authorities, the […]
Online Kick-off Meeting: Supporting Integrated Water Resources Management Education in Central Asia
On July 10, Federal Institute of Technology Zurich, ETH Zurich ( Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich) has officially launched work on the grant agreement “Supporting Central Asian Academic Institutions in Developing IWRM Programs at Bachelor, Master, and Postgraduate Levels” in the frame of ‘Climate-sensitive Water Resources Management in Central Asia’ To better assess the current needs […]
