On 5-6 June 2024, Ashgabat hosts an international scientific conference: "Energy perspectives, new technologies and environmental aspects in the development of hydrocarbon resources", organized by the state concerns Turkmengaz and Turkmennebit, the State Corporation Turkmengeologiya in cooperation with the Turkmen-Forum and the British company GaffneyCline. Double the … [Read more...]
UNDP discussed long-term adaptation activities for the economy of Turkmenistan with key stakeholders
On 15 May 2024, in Ashgabat within the framework of the project “Developing a National Adaptation Planning Process in Turkmenistan” implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) with the financial support of the Green Climate Fund (GCF) in cooperation with the Ministry of Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan, the roundtable for presentation of the draft … [Read more...]
UNDP and Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK) host stakeholder discussions on water-energy-food-ecosystem nexus in Turkmenistan and Central Asia
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK) with the support of German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ) held a joint workshop on “Strengthening Climate Resilience of the Water-energy-food-ecosystem Nexus in Turkmenistan and Central Asia.” The event was organized within the framework of the project … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and GIZ to realize a project to combat climate change
The project titled "EU for a green Turkmenistan: Policy Dialogue and Climate Action 2024 – 2028" will be implemented in Turkmenistan in cooperation with the German Corporation for International Cooperation (GIZ). A corresponding memorandum on the implementation of the project was signed today (14 May) in Ashgabat between the Ministry of Energy of Turkmenistan, the State … [Read more...]
Tashkent hosted a climate change and adaptation conference
On 6-7 May 2024 Conference on Climate Change and Adaptation took place in Tashkent. The conference was organized by UNDP jointly with the Committee on the Development of the Aral Sea Region and Ecology of the Senate of the Oliy Majlis of the Republic of Uzbekistan, the Hydrometeorological Service Agency (Uzhydromet) of the Ministry of Ecology, Environmental Protection and … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Highlights Climate Change Initiatives at the First Preparatory Meeting of the 31st OSCE Economic and Environmental Forum
Vienna, April 29-30, 2024 – The Turkmenistan delegation, led by notable figures in environmental protection and digital transformation, has actively contributed to the first preparatory meeting of the 31st OSCE Economic and Environmental Forum held in Vienna. This year's meeting, under the theme “Enhancing security and stability in the OSCE region through digital innovation, … [Read more...]
UNDP in Turkmenistan presented a new regional initiative on climate education to the country’s teachers
Ashgabat, 25-26 April 2024: Within the framework of the Regional Project "Climate Education to Promote the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Climate Action", the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Turkmenistan held a seminar on April 25-26, 2024 at the UN building in Ashgabat. The main purpose of the seminar was to present a teaching module for the … [Read more...]
UNDP concludes a series of workshops on climate change adaptation for decision-makers from Ashgabat and Dashoguz velayat
Ashgabat, March 13-15, 2024 - Within the framework of the project "Developing a National Adaptation Planning Process in Turkmenistan", implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) with the financial support of the Green Climate Fund (GCF) in cooperation with the Ministry of Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan, the final workshop of a series of events on … [Read more...]
UNDP in Turkmenistan hosts a two-day training session on climate change adaptation
Within the framework of the project “Developing a National Adaptation Planning Process in Turkmenistan” implemented by UNDP with the financial support of the Green Climate Fund (GCF) in cooperation with the Ministry of Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan, a two-day Training of Trainers (ToT) session titled "Integration of Adaptation to the Effects of Climate Change into … [Read more...]
Exhibition at the French Institute in Ashgabat: World without End = Green World
22 February 2024... a clear but cold February evening in the courtyard of the French Institute in Ashgabat turned out to be really warm and cozy, because many guests and, above all, like-minded people gathered there, united by the idea that today we must think and make our world as "green" and clean as possible if we want to future generations had a "tomorrow". Ecological … [Read more...]
Central Asia Tackles Climate Risks in River Basins
On 20 February 2024, a regional seminar on "Climate risk assessment and capacity development" was held in Tashkent, dedicated to the launch of a major study on climate risk assessment for five river basins in Central Asia, the Ministry of Ecology, Environmental Protection and Climate Change of Uzbekistan reports. Based on the results of the assessment, measures to mitigate the … [Read more...]
UK Launches International Climate Change Fund for Central Asia
The United Kingdom government has taken a significant step towards addressing climate challenges in Central Asia by establishing the International Climate Change Fund for Central Asia. This marks the first dedicated international fund by the UK for climate action in the region. The announcement was made by UK Ambassador to Kazakhstan, Kathy Leach, during a meeting with … [Read more...]
TDH comments on Turkmenistan – UN cooperation in the field of global climate protection
Here is commentary by Turkmen State News Agency TDH on efforts and progress of Turkmenistan-UN collaboration in the field of climate change: The statement of the national position on Climate change and Environmental security, made by President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov at the 28th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate … [Read more...]
From Droughts to Floods: Adapting Central Asia’s Transport to a Changing Climate
Over the next decades, the effects of climate change will likely exert considerable pressure on the transport infrastructure of Central Asia. In response, policymakers and the engineering community need to implement resilient yet sustainable designs and construction solutions. Manual for Climate Change Adaptation Measures for Transport Infrastructure in Central Asia, developed … [Read more...]
Central Asia Unveils Regional Strategy to Tackle Climate Change
In a significant step towards addressing the escalating climate crisis, the Central Asian countries presented a comprehensive Regional Strategy for Adaptation to Climate Change at the UN Climate Summit in Dubai (COP 28). This strategy, unanimously approved by all Central Asian nations, marks a unified front against the region's growing vulnerability to climate change … [Read more...]
Speech by the President of Turkmenistan at the COP-28 World Climate Summit in the UAE
Key statements: Turkmenistan officially declares its accession to the Global Methane Pledge. The Memorandum of Understanding with UNEP is a serious legal prerequisite for substantive consideration of the opening of the United Nations Regional Center for Climate Change Technologies in Central Asia in Turkmenistan. Turkmenistan welcomes the Declaration on Climate and … [Read more...]
The Central Asia Pavilion opens at COP28 in Dubai
On 1 December 2023, the grand opening of the Central Asia Pavilion at the 28th UNFCCC Conference of the Parties (COP28) took place in Dubai, the Regional Environmental Center for Central Asia (CAREC) reports. The pavilion launch ceremony was attended by representatives of the Central Asian countries, development partners and representatives of civil society. Representative of … [Read more...]
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov and UNEP Executive Director discussed Turkmenistan’s international climate initiatives
On 1 December 2023, in Dubai, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov held a meeting with Ms.Inger Andersen, Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations and Executive Director of UNEP, on the sidelines of the COP28 Conference, TDH reports. The sides expressed satisfaction with the opportunity to discuss topical issues of cooperation in the environmental field. At the … [Read more...]
US Special Presidential Envoy for Climate Calls Turkmen President
On Monday, 27 November, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov held telephone talks with John Kerry, the US Special Presidential Envoy for Climate. The conversation took place at the initiative of the US side. The main topic of the conversation was preparation for the upcoming COP-28 Conference in Dubai, climate issues, in particular, cooperation between Turkmenistan and the United … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan to announce joining Global Methane Pledge at COP28
Turkmenistan is going to announce joining the Global Methane Pledge (GMP) at the 28th Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28), according to a statement made by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Rashid Meredov at a government meeting on Friday, 24 November. The issue of Turkmenistan's accession to the GMP was … [Read more...]
OSCE supports regional conference on the role of youth in addressing climate change in Turkmenistan
On 21 November 2023, Turkmenistan’s International University for Humanities and Development hosted an OSCE-supported conference on engaging youth in addressing climate change. The event was initiated to provide a platform for a regional expert-level dialogue to share best practices on raising awareness of young people about issues related to climate change mitigation and … [Read more...]
Regional Forum in Astana Focuses on Joint Central Asian Strategy in Run-Up to COP28 in Dubai
Assel Satubaldina Representatives of Central Asian countries and international organizations convened in the Kazakh capital on Nov. 7 to explore where the countries stand in their efforts to address climate change and come up with a joint regional strategy in the run-up to the 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference, more commonly referred to as COP28. The global … [Read more...]
LCOY 2023: The young generation of Turkmenistan is ready to contribute to solving issues related to climate change
Ashgabat, Turkmenistan - November 3, 2023 - The Government of Turkmenistan, in cooperation with the Office of the UN Resident Coordinator in Turkmenistan, the Embassies of Great Britain and the United Arab Emirates, organized the National Youth Conference on climate change. The event, held on November 3, 2023 in Ashgabat, was an important milestone in educating the youth of … [Read more...]
Turkmen Youth to Discuss Climate Change Solutions at LCOY 2023
On 3 November 2023, the National Youth Conference of Turkmenistan on Climate Change (LCOY) 2023 will be held in Ashgabat, at the Archabil Hotel. The forum is organized by the UN Resident Coordinator's Office jointly with the British Embassy, the Embassy of the UAE in Turkmenistan and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. Young people of Turkmenistan will come … [Read more...]
OGT 2023: Turkmenistan Consistently Fulfills Its UNFCCC Commitments – Turkmenistan NOT among top 40 methane emitters, says MFA Adviser
Highlights Turkmenistan will reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 20% by 2030 In 2024, Turkmenistan will obtain accurate information on methane emissions in the country Turkmenistan needs a specific methodology for determining the volume of methane emissions Turkmenistan NOT among top 40 methane emitters, says MFA Adviser Turkmenistan initiates hosting a Regional … [Read more...]
Learn About Climate Change and Take Action at Turkmenistan’s Eco-Festival
Turkmenistan’s second climate and eco-festival will take place in Ashgabat on upcoming weekend to raise awareness of local community on the importance of climate action in Turkmenistan. The event entitled “Let’s Save the Earth Together!” is organized by the British Embassy and the Embassy of the Republic of Türkiye in Turkmenistan, with the support of the Joint … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan: Local Conference of Youth in Mary Inspires Young People to Take Action on Climate Change
In the lead up to the Conference of Youth (COY18) and the 28th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP 28) to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change, a Local Conference of Youth was held at the State Energy Institute of Turkmenistan, Mary and for the first time for the schoolchildren at the Algorithm Educational Center in Mary, UN Turkmenistan reports in social … [Read more...]
Thinking about Tomorrow, Acting Today: The Future of Climate Mobility – IOM’s policy paper
The global response to climate change is at a crossroads. The IPCC's Sixth Assessment Report summary for policy makers notes that it is “more likely than not” that global average temperatures will surpass 1.5C in coming years. As the impacts of climate change threaten to become increasingly severe, it is vital to accelerate action with a comprehensive and holistic understanding … [Read more...]
Youth Conference on Climate Change provides an opportunity for future leaders of Turkmenistan
Dashoguz, Turkmenistan, October 3, 2023 On the eve of the Youth Conference (COY18) and the 28th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP 28) of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change, a Youth Conference on Climate Change was held in Turkmenistan, organized by the Government of Turkmenistan jointly with the Office of the UN Resident Coordinator in Turkmenistan, … [Read more...]
Central Asia must remain focused on Air Quality Management
nCa Special Feature on World Earth Day Without air and water – absolutely essential for sustaining life – our planet will be no different from the other billions of planets orbiting around millions of stars. Unfortunately, we mostly take the air for granted. Let’s get right to the heart of the matter ----- According to the WHO estimates, as quoted in a UNDP report, the … [Read more...]
ADB: Narrowing the flood and earthquake risk protection gap in Central Asia
With climate change set to exacerbate the frequency and severity of disaster events, Central Asia and South Asia face a growing risk protection gap. KEY TAKEAWAYS With climate change set to exacerbate the frequency and severity of natural hazards, Central Asia and South Asia face higher risk to lives and livelihoods. Pre-arranged disaster risk financing can help … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan’s experience is presented at the Ministerial Conference on Environment and Health
Turkmenistan's experience in addressing global environmental and health challenges was presented at the Seventh Ministerial Conference on Environment and Health Protection held on 5-7 July in Budapest (Hungary) under the auspices of the European Environment and Health Process (EHRP), the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan reports in the newspaper "Neutral … [Read more...]
Ashgabat OGT Conference on Environmental Aspects of Hydrocarbon Industry reaffirmed the key role of gas in the energy transition
nCa Report Natural Gas is the key to a low–carbon future Turkmenistan is preparing the 4th national report on climate change and is on the way to joining the Global Methane Pledge International institutions are ready to cooperate with Turkmenistan in the field of green development On 15 June 2023, Ashgabat hosted an International scientific and practical … [Read more...]
British Embassy to Turkmenistan hosted #WorldEnvironmentDay Event
On 5 June, the British Embassy to Turkmenistan, SDG Ambassadors, Climate Activists, teachers and students of educational centre “Kamil Bilim” marked World Environment Day together. This year's World Environment Day theme is #BeatPlasticPollution. In his speech Deputy head of Mission, John Hamilton spoke of the links between plastics and climate change, the importance … [Read more...]
UNDP enhances the capacity of decision-makers in Turkmenistan on water resources planning under changing climate
Ashgabat, 13 June 2023: Within the framework of the project "Development of the National Adaptation Planning Process in Turkmenistan" implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), with the financial support of the Green Climate Fund (GCF), in cooperation with the Ministry of Agriculture and Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan, a series of workshops on … [Read more...]
By 2025 Turkmenistan aims to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 122%
Climate scientists claim that about 30 % of global warming since the beginning of the industrial era is associated with methane emissions. Over the past two years, this indicator has reached a record level. 50-65% of methane emissions worldwide are caused by anthropogenic factors, and the main sources are agriculture (animal husbandry), energy and industry, waste from the … [Read more...]
Central Asian countries finalize a Regional Strategy for Adaptation to Climate Change
On 4-5 July 2023, the 4th meeting of the Regional Working Group on the development of a Regional Strategy for Adaptation to Climate Change in Central Asia under the Green Central Asia initiative implemented by the German Society for International Cooperation (GIZ) was held in a hybrid format in Almaty, Kazakhstan, the Neutral Turkmenistan newspaper writes. The text of the … [Read more...]
Climate change – Central Asia is united at various platforms including CAREC
Central Asia is fully conscious of the challenges posed by the climate change, global warming and related complications. The region is united for the sake of the shared future. Regional Environmental Center for Central Asia (CAREC) is among the various platforms that bring the countries of Central Asia together for dealing with issues related to climate change. Here are … [Read more...]
Climate change adaptation – under the spotlight of IOM and UNDP seminars in Turkmenistan
Ashgabat, 30 - 31 May 2023. The International Organization for Migration and the United Nations Development Programme in Turkmenistan raised awareness of national partners involved in national climate change adaptation planning of institutional and practical aspects of climate change adaptation at different government levels, including best practices on integration of human … [Read more...]
Empowering youth voices in Central Asia: OSCE Summer School spurs engagement on climate change and security in mountain areas
From 17 to 26 August 2023, twenty young people from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan gathered in the northern Tian Shan mountains in eastern Kyrgyzstan to learn about climate-related security risks in mountain areas and deliberate on innovative solutions and collective actions to mitigate these risks. The summer school was organized by the … [Read more...]
UNDP continues dialogue on the role of the private sector in the development of the national adaptation planning process in Turkmenistan
Ashgabat, 27 February 2023: Within the framework of the project "Development of the National Adaptation Planning Process in Turkmenistan" implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) with the financial support of the Green Climate Fund (GCF), in cooperation with the Ministry of Agriculture and Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan, a second working meeting … [Read more...]
Iran and Turkmenistan discuss cooperation on tackling dust and sand storms
Iran and Turkmenistan intend to cooperate in the fight against dust and sand storms, which have become more frequent in recent years due to climate change. According to Iran Press, on Tuesday Iraj Heshmati, Deputy of Human Environment at Iran's Department of Environment, had a video meeting with Babaniyazov Charygeldi, the Minister of Environmental Protection of … [Read more...]
On the World Environment Day Turkmenistan discussed the environmental agenda with international partners
On 5 June, on the occasion of the World Environmental Protection Day, a scientific and practical conference "Achievements in the field of environmental protection and international cooperation in this field in the year under the motto "Happy youth with Arkadag Serdar" was held in Ashgabat, TDH reports. The conference in hybrid format was attended by heads and specialists of … [Read more...]
Stepping up regional co-operation on climate change and security in Central Asia: High mountain areas in focus at OSCE-adelphi workshop in Tashkent
On 20 and 21 June 2023, over 60 participants representing a wide range of government and civil society organizations from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan as well as regional and international organizations convened in a workshop in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. The event was organized by the Office of the Co-ordinator of OSCE Economic and Environmental … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Outlines Climate Change Initiatives to Boost Global Cooperation
During the government meeting on Thursday, 31 Aug 2023, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Rashid Meredov reported on the steps taken to develop international cooperation of Turkmenistan in the field of climate change. One of the main pillars of Turkmenistan's foreign policy is to expand constructive partnerships with countries and international … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Takes Comprehensive Measures to Combat Climate Change
Sustainable Development Goal 13 calls on the international community to take urgent measures to combat climate change and its consequences. The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change serves as the main international intergovernmental framework for coordinating the global response to climate change. Turkmenistan is a party to the UNFCCC, as well as the Kyoto … [Read more...]
UNDP Project elevates youth engagement for climate action in Turkmenistan
Ashgabat, 21 June 2023: UNDP project “Conservation and Sustainable Management of Land Resources and High Nature Value Ecosystems in the Aral Sea Basin for Multiple Benefits”, jointly implemented with the Ministry of Agriculture and Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan, held a series of presentations on climate issues for young people in Dashoguz city to celebrate the World … [Read more...]
UNESCO launches a new regional project on Cryosphere in Central Asia
On 6-7 July 2023, the UNESCO Almaty Cluster Office in cooperation with the Intergovernmental Hydrological Programme organized an inception workshop on "Strengthening the resilience of Central Asian countries by enabling regional cooperation to assess high altitude glacio-nival systems to develop integrated methods for sustainable development and adaptation to climate change" … [Read more...]
UNRCCA Preventive Diplomacy Academy and the British Embassy in Turkmenistan discussed climate change issues with youth leaders
Last week the UNRCCA Preventive Diplomacy Academy, in cooperation with the British Embassy in Turkmenistan, organized a training session for the participants and graduates from the countries of Central Asia and Afghanistan on the topic of “Climate Change”. The session was facilitated by Mr John Hamilton, Deputy Head of Mission of the British Embassy in Turkmenistan, and Ms … [Read more...]
UNDP/IOM Workshop on Climate Change: thermal islands and climate refugees
Recently, the UNDP and IOM in Turkmenistan held a seminar on "Climate change: risks, assessment, planning", the Neutral Turkmenistan newspaper reports. The seminar was organized within the framework of the joint consulting project of the Ministry of Agriculture and Environmental Protection and the UNDP and the Green Climate Fund "Development of the national adaptation planning … [Read more...]