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Ecology

Snow and Rain at the Beginning of the Year — Weather Forecast for January 1

The weather in Kyrgyzstan on January 1. According to the data from Kyrgyzhydromet, on the night of December 31 to January 1, precipitation in the form of rain and snow is expected in most areas of the Chui and Talas regions, as well as snow in mountainous and foothill areas. These weather conditions may also affect the Osh, Jalal-Abad, Batken, Issyk-Kul, and Naryn regions in places.

31.12.2025, 12:50
Ecology

The Ministry of Natural Resources proposes to introduce liability for the circulation of environmentally harmful bulk coal.

The Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision has presented for public discussion a draft law "On Amendments to the Code of the Kyrgyz Republic on Offenses." This draft law is developed to implement powers in the field of environmental protection control, as well as to enhance supervision in the areas of industrial safety, mining supervision, and subsurface resource protection. It is also intended to ensure prompt response to violations of environmental

30.12.2025, 13:33
Ecology

In the Kemin District, a snow leopard entered the property of a local resident.

A snow leopard wandered onto the property of a local resident in the village of Boroldoy, located in the Kemin district. This information was provided by relatives of the property owner, who reported the incident to AKIpress. The incident occurred at night, around 1 AM on December 30, when the animal climbed onto an oak tree located on the property.

30.12.2025, 09:05
Ecology

The Ministry of Natural Resources awarded the winners of the republican competition "The Cleanest City" and "The Cleanest Rural District"

On December 29, a solemn ceremony was held at the Ministry of Natural Resources to award the winners of the republican competition "The Cleanest City" and "The Cleanest Ayil District." According to the ministry's press service, the Minister of Natural Resources, Meder Mashiev, presented certificates and valuable prizes to the winners in the following categories:

29.12.2025, 19:27
Ecology

Snow is expected in the mountainous regions of Kyrgyzstan — weather forecast for December 30

The weather in Kyrgyzstan on December 30. According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, no precipitation is expected at night. At the same time, during the day, snow is forecasted in the mountainous areas of Jalal-Abad and Batken regions. In the agricultural areas of these regions, as well as in other parts of the country, no precipitation is predicted. There may be snow drifts and icy conditions on the roads, with a southeast wind blowing at a speed of 5-10 m/s.

29.12.2025, 12:05
Ecology

In the Bakai-Ata District, a man was fined 12,500 soms for shooting a partridge

On December 24, raids were conducted in the Bakai-Ata district organized by inspectors from the Talas Regional Department of the Ecological Supervision Service in collaboration with representatives of the Bakai-Ata District Police Department. The purpose of the event was to prevent violations in the field of environmental protection. According to information from the Ecological Supervision Service, during the inspections, a case was recorded where a local resident, S. u. M., was hunting without

29.12.2025, 09:47
Ecology

The Ministry of Natural Resources fined for illegal campfires in Ala-Too Square

The Ministry of Ecology has imposed penalties for unauthorized bonfires in Ala-Too Square. According to the agency, this violation was identified during a conducted raid, and appropriate actions were taken. A fine of 28,000 soms was imposed on the legal entity. In addition, an agreement was reached with the violator to completely cease bonfire activities starting from December 29.

28.12.2025, 17:41
Ecology

At Night, Snow in Some Areas — Weather Forecast for December 29

Weather conditions in Kyrgyzstan on December 29. According to Kyrgyzhydromet, snow is expected in some regions during the night hours. Throughout the day, rain and snow are possible in the Jalal-Abad, Issyk-Kul, and Naryn regions, especially in mountainous areas, while no precipitation is anticipated in the rest of the territory.

28.12.2025, 12:35
Ecology

"Devoured Millions". The Mayor of Bishkek spoke about the 22 million euros for the waste plant that are still being paid.

The question of the 22 million euros became relevant back in 2022 when the president inspected the landfill and spoke with local residents. This was stated by the mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, discussing the "eaten" funds intended for the construction of a waste processing plant. According to Junushaliev, the president then instructed law enforcement agencies to investigate the situation.

27.12.2025, 19:43
Ecology

16 million euros were "eaten up," - Sadyr Japarov on the attempt to build a waste recycling plant by the previous authorities

During the opening ceremony of the new Eco-Technology Plant for the disposal of solid household waste and electricity production, President Sadyr Japarov noted that the previous authorities promised to build the plant, but instead spent 16 million euros out of the 22 million received from Europe on improper use, resulting in only a hut being constructed. “There are 6 million euros left in the bank, which we are returning to Europe. The city administration must cover the expenses for these 16

27.12.2025, 15:29
Ecology

Sadyr Japarov opened the first Eco-Technology Plant for electricity production with waste recycling

In Bishkek, a solemn ceremony was held to open the Eco-Technology Plant designed for processing solid household waste into electricity. Attending the event were President Sadyr Japarov, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Bakyt Torobaev, Mayor of the capital Aibek Junushaliev, Director of the Chinese company "Hunan Junxin" Dai Daoguo, as well as the Ministers of Ecology and Energy — Meder Mashiev and Talaybek Ibraev, respectively, and other representatives of the city

27.12.2025, 13:33
Ecology

Warmth up to +12 degrees — weather forecast for December 28

The weather in Kyrgyzstan is expected on December 28. According to the data from Kyrgyzhydromet, no precipitation is expected on the night of December 28. However, during the day, snow will fall in some areas of the Talas and Jalal-Abad regions, as well as in the mountainous areas of the Chui and Batken regions. At the same time, there will be no precipitation in the agricultural zones of the Chui and Batken regions, as well as in the Osh, Issyk-Kul, and Naryn regions.

27.12.2025, 12:13
Ecology

In the Jalal-Abad region, the forestry enterprise was fined for violating forest legislation.

The inspection of the Kar-Alma–Urumbash forestry was carried out by inspectors from the Jalal-Abad Regional Office of the Ecological and Technical Supervision Service. According to information provided by the Ecological and Technical Supervision Service, violations were identified during the inspection concerning Articles 434 (Failure to comply with the procedure for executing orders, directives, or requirements of the authorized body) and 240 (Violation of forest legislation norms) of the Code

26.12.2025, 13:50
Ecology

Gold, the Shallowing of Issyk-Kul, Climate, the Carbon Market, and Smog: A Major Interview with the Head of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Meder Mashiyev, on the Results of 2025

The Minister of Natural Resources, Ecology and Technical Supervision, Meder Mashiev, summarizes the results of 2025 in an interview with AKIpress, highlighting the key events and initiatives in the field of ecology and subsoil use in Kyrgyzstan. He addresses issues such as the climate agenda, COP-30, the shrinking of Issyk-Kul, waste recycling, pollution control, and the development of protected natural areas. In the interview, the minister also emphasizes the situation with Kumtor, mineral

25.12.2025, 23:54
Ecology

In the Jalal-Abad Region, DEP-22 was fined for dumping waste in unauthorized locations

As part of a scheduled inspection conducted by the Jalal-Abad Regional Department of the Ecological and Technical Supervision Service, violations were discovered at DEP-22 (Road Maintenance Enterprise No. 22). According to the service's report, the inspection revealed instances of waste being dumped in locations not designated for this purpose. For these violations, the enterprise was fined 17,000 soms based on Article 115 of the Code of Offenses, which pertains to illegal dumping,

25.12.2025, 23:51
Ecology

In Kyrgyzstan, dry weather during the day, fog in some areas — weather forecast for December 24

Weather conditions in Kyrgyzstan on December 24. According to data from Kyrgyzhydromet, snow is expected in some areas of the Issyk-Kul region during the night, while no precipitation is forecasted for the rest of the country. During the day, there will also be no precipitation; however, snow drifts and icy conditions may occur on the roads, and fog will be observed in some places. The wind will blow from the west at a speed of 4-9 m/s.

25.12.2025, 23:42
Ecology

President Japarov: We have a unique nature, and we must treat it with respect

President Sadyr Japarov emphasized the need for a respectful attitude towards our unique nature at the IV People's Kurultai. He highlighted the importance of discussing issues of culture, behavior, and responsibility of people towards one another. The President noted that no reforms or laws will yield results without a change in the inner world of each individual.

25.12.2025, 23:38
Ecology

Residents of the houses near the "Junda" Oil Refinery and the Karabalta Distillery are tired of the unpleasant smell, - Kurultai delegate

At the meeting on December 25, delegate of the People's Kurultai, Mirlan Dzhusupbekov, representing the Jayil and Suusamyr districts, noted: "Ecology is health. Local residents living near the 'China Petrol Company 'Junda' and the Kara-Balta distillery are tired of the constant unpleasant smell." He emphasized that the population is not against progress, but it should not come at the expense of their health. Strict control over compliance with environmental

25.12.2025, 23:35
Ecology

Clear during the day, fog in some areas — weather forecast for December 25

Weather overview for Kyrgyzstan on December 25. According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, clear weather without precipitation is expected in most regions of the country on December 25. However, there may be snow drifts and icy conditions on the roads, and fog will be observed in some areas. A western wind will blow at a speed of 4-9 m/s.

25.12.2025, 23:30
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The landfill in the village of Belovodskoye is burning around the clock, - deputy

At a joint meeting of several committees of the Jogorku Kenesh on December 23, deputy Gulzhan Satieva, representing district No. 18, raised the issue of the round-the-clock burning of the landfill in the village of Belovodskoye in the Moscow district. During the discussion, the committees also considered issues related to the republican budget.

25.12.2025, 23:21
Ecology

In the Alamedin District, 4 economic entities were discharging wastewater during sand and gravel extraction. The Prosecutor's Office has initiated a criminal case.

In the Alamudun district, the prosecutor's office has initiated criminal cases against four business entities: LLC "S," "AKP," "JKD," and "AP," which were engaged in the extraction of sand and gravel mixture in the village of Kara-Jyghach. According to information provided by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office, during the inspection, it was revealed that these enterprises were discharging contaminated wastewater during the

25.12.2025, 22:55
Ecology

In the Suzak District, a man was fined for illegal gravel extraction from the Kara-Darya River.

A recent raid by inspectors from the Jalal-Abad Department of Ecological Supervision was initiated based on information received from specialists of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, who are dealing with safety issues in the Suzak district. According to the ecological supervision, during the inspection it was revealed that a citizen named M. R. was engaged in gravel extraction from the Kara-Darya River without the necessary permits.

25.12.2025, 22:55
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In Bishkek, no precipitation at night, rain and snow during the day — weather forecast for December 26

Weather forecast for Kyrgyzstan on December 26. According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, snowfalls are expected in some areas of Naryn region, as well as in the foothills and mountains of Jalal-Abad region during the night of December 26. At the same time, no precipitation is forecasted in the valley zones of Jalal-Abad region and in the agricultural areas of Chui, Talas, Osh, and Batken regions. Issyk-Kul region will also remain dry.

25.12.2025, 22:52
Ecology

A delegate from Karakol proposed measures to combat smog

Azamat Kudayberdiev, a delegate of the People's Kurultai from Karakol, raised important issues related to housing construction and the environmental situation in the city on December 25. During his speech at the 4th People's Kurultai, he noted that 69 houses, as well as one school and two kindergartens, are being built in Karakol through the State Mortgage Company. However, there are no educational institutions in the vicinity of the new housing, and the kindergartens in the

25.12.2025, 22:47
Ecology

In Osh, plans are underway to build a waste recycling plant

At a joint meeting of the committees of the Jogorku Kenesh, Minister of Natural Resources Meder Mashiev announced the intention to build a waste processing plant in the city of Osh. Deputy Mahabat Mavlyanova, representing district No. 3, raised the issue that there are cases of garbage burning at landfills in Osh and Kyzyl-Kiya. She inquired whether it is possible to organize a waste incineration process.

25.12.2025, 22:38
In the village of Kara-Zhyhach, organizations were discharging wastewater into the ground without treatment.
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In the village of Kara-Zhyhach, organizations were discharging wastewater into the ground without treatment.

In the village of Kara-Jyghach, it was established that a number of organizations were discharging wastewater into the soil without prior treatment, causing environmental damage amounting to over 7 million soms, according to the General Prosecutor's Office of the Kyrgyz Republic. An inspection conducted by the Prosecutor's Office of the Alamudun district revealed that the enterprises OsOO "S", "AKP", "JKD", and "AP", engaged in the production

25.12.2025, 11:29