Central Asia's Glaciers: Why Their Future Matters to Everyone in the Region
Glaciers rarely make headlines. In recent years, however, they have increasingly moved to the forefront of the international agenda.
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Ecology, climate and sustainable development: the latest environmental news and initiatives from Central Asia.
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Kyrgyzstan to Update Its Red Book for the First Time in 20 Years
Kyrgyzstan has begun work on a new edition of its Red Book, the country's official register of rare and endangered species of animals, plants, and fungi.
Karakum and Taklamakan: Scientists to Compare Asia’s Two Largest Deserts
Scientists from Turkmenistan and China have completed a joint expedition to the Karakum Desert, where they studied local ecosystems and the impacts of desertification.
Walking 400 Kilometers for Trees: Kyrgyz Activist Sets Out from Karakol to Bishkek
Kyrgyz environmental activist Andrey Panaev has embarked on a unique journey, walking from Karakol to Bishkek to raise awareness about environmental protection and the importance of expanding green spaces.