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Ecology

The Interdepartmental Commission on Air Improvement Discussed Issues of Gasification and Eco-Taxis

On February 3, a meeting of the interdepartmental commission dedicated to improving air quality in Kyrgyzstan was held at the Ministry of Natural Resources, led by Minister Medera Mashiev and the commission chairman. According to the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, representatives from more than ten ministries and agencies, as well as deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, participated in the meeting.

04.02.2026, 11:24
Ecology

The Ministry of Natural Resources and KOICA Discussed a $10 Million Project to Improve Air Quality

On February 2, a meeting took place at the Ministry of Natural Resources, during which Minister Medera Mashiev and Deputy Minister Asel Raimkulova held discussions with a delegation from the Korean International Cooperation Agency (KOICA). According to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, the main topic was the implementation of a project aimed at improving air quality, which is planned to be carried out in Bishkek and the Chui region from 2026 to 2028.

04.02.2026, 11:20
KOICA to allocate $10 million for clean air project in Kyrgyzstan
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KOICA to allocate $10 million for clean air project in Kyrgyzstan

On February 2, a meeting took place at the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic between Minister Meder Mashiev and representatives of the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA). During the discussion, the topic of implementing a project aimed at improving air quality in Kyrgyzstan was raised. This project is planned for implementation in 2026-2028 in the city of Bishkek and the Chui region.

04.02.2026, 11:17
Ecology

Deputy of the Bishkek City Council Proposes to Simplify the Procedure for Cutting Down Dead Trees in Bishkek

At a joint meeting of the factions "Emgek" and "Zhańy Kүch," Deputy Erkinbek Salymbekov raised the issue concerning the procedure for cutting down deadwood and the penalties for illegal tree felling. Addressing representatives of "Bishkekzelenhoz," the deputy inquired about the fines for unauthorized logging. In response, a representative of the agency explained that the amount of the fine is determined based on the species of the tree and its diameter, using a

04.02.2026, 10:44
Starting February 11, cargoes within the EAEU will begin to be marked with navigation seals.
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Starting February 11, cargoes within the EAEU will begin to be marked with navigation seals.

Starting from February 11, a decision to implement navigation seals for cargo will come into effect in the countries of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), according to the Traceability Agreement. This was announced by Elimbek Kanybek uulu, head of the EAEU Coordination Department of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of Kyrgyzstan, at a press conference at the Kabar agency. Elimbek Kanybek uulu emphasized that the implementation process will be carried out in stages. In the first stage,

03.02.2026, 15:10
Ecology

The contribution of the Bishkek CHPP to air pollution is lower than that of transport and residential areas, - the mayor

At the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on agrarian policy, ecology, and environmental protection, held on February 2, the deputies discussed the problem of air pollution in Bishkek and measures aimed at reducing the level of smog. Deputy Bakyt Tentishev asked what sources of air pollution in the capital are currently the most significant.

03.02.2026, 15:03
Ecology

"Flue Gas Cleaning and Electrofilters Reduced Emissions at Bishkek CHPP, - Mayor"

At the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Agricultural Policy, Water Resources, Subsoil Use, Ecology, and Environmental Protection on February 2, deputies also discussed the contribution of the Bishkek CHPP to air pollution. Mayor of the capital, Aibek Junushaliev, responded to a question from deputy Bakyt Tentishev, noting that although the CHPP is a source of emissions, its contribution to pollution is less significant compared to road transport and residential areas.

03.02.2026, 14:52
Ecology

In the Jeti-Oguz District, the festival "Protection of the Snow Leopard - 2026" took place.

On January 31, the festival "Protecting the Snow Leopard–2026" took place in the village of Chon-Kyzyl-Suu in the Jeti-Oguz district of the Issyk-Kul region, with the participation of the President's Special Representative for Mountain Issues, Dinara Kemelova. According to the president's press service, this event became an important platform for uniting efforts to protect the snow leopard, popularizing the cultural and natural heritage of the region, attracting tourists,

03.02.2026, 13:56
Ecology

Storm Warning: Avalanche Risk Expected in Mountain Areas and on Roads on February 3-4

According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, in the mountains of Kyrgyzstan, as well as on the Bishkek-Osh highway (sections from 198 to 255 km, including the Ala-Bel pass and the Chychkan gorge), there is a forecast for the risk of snow avalanches on February 3-4, as well as possible snow drifts, snow cover, and ice. In this regard, drivers should maintain a distance of 500 meters when passing through hazardous sections of the road.

03.02.2026, 13:03
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In Bishkek, snow at night, up to +13 during the day — weather forecast for February 4

Weather conditions in Kyrgyzstan on February 4. According to Kyrgyzhydromet, on the night of February 4, snow is expected in some areas of Chui, Talas, Osh, Jalal-Abad, Issyk-Kul, and Naryn regions. No precipitation is anticipated in Batken region. During the day, snow is also possible in Issyk-Kul region, while the other regions will remain dry. There will be snow cover and ice on the roads. A west wind is expected at a speed of 4-9 m/s.

03.02.2026, 12:59
Ecology

In the Chui Department of the Ministry of Natural Resources, they plan to study grouse and pheasants to prevent diseases.

A working meeting was held at the Chui Regional Department of the Ministry of Natural Resources, attended by the management of the department, gamekeepers, and hunting experts from hunting communities in the Chui region, as well as a representative from the Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, the meeting discussed issues related to combating corruption and ensuring epizootic safety in the field of wildlife protection.

03.02.2026, 12:52
Ecology

Construction of a waste recycling plant begins in three cities, - Ministry of Natural Resources

At the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Agricultural Policy, Water Resources, Subsoil Use, Ecology, and Environmental Protection on February 2, Minister of Natural Resources Meder Mashiev announced the start of construction of waste recycling plants in the cities of Osh, Karakol, and Balakchy, similar to the one recently opened in Bishkek. The minister also noted that the new plant in Bishkek, located on the territory of a landfill, has become a unique project for Central Asia.

03.02.2026, 12:32
Ecology

"This ranking is not authoritative," - Minister of Ecology on air pollution data in Bishkek

At the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Agricultural Policy, Water Resources, Subsoil Use, Ecology, and Environmental Protection on February 2, Deputy Umbetaly Kydyraiev stated that Bishkek often ranks at the top of international ratings for air pollution. He questioned why the city has been unable to shake off this negative reputation for three years: “What’s the matter? Are we lacking efforts?” the deputy clarified. In response, Minister of Natural Resources Meder Mashiev

03.02.2026, 11:46
Ecology

At the Ministry of Natural Resources, the development of adaptive landscapes and pastures was discussed

The Deputy Minister of Natural Resources, Almaz Musaev, held a meeting with a delegation from the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), led by Country Director Laura Mattioli. This was reported on February 3, based on information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources. During the meeting, Mattioli thanked the Kyrgyz side for their active cooperation and positively assessed the reforms being carried out in the field of ecology in the republic.

03.02.2026, 10:37
Ecology

The Mayor of Bishkek Acknowledged the Reduction of Green Spaces in the Capital

At a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputy Azizbek Tursunbaev focused on the state of the green fund of Bishkek and its impact on air quality. He emphasized that Bishkek was once renowned for its greenery, where trees and the irrigation system played a key role in reducing dust and improving the microclimate.

02.02.2026, 19:49
Ecology

The Minister of Ecology spoke about the causes of air pollution in Bishkek

At the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Agricultural Policy and Ecology, the reasons for the persistent smog in Bishkek were discussed, despite the measures taken. Deputy Azizbek Tursunbaev expressed the opinion that the current measures are not yielding the expected results. Although the implementation of public transport and gasification are positive steps, the smog issue remains unresolved, indicating the need to address the root causes.

02.02.2026, 19:35
Ecology

Deputy Criticizes Improper Tree Pruning in Bishkek

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Agricultural Policy and Ecology, Deputy Azizbek Tursunbaev drew attention to the problems concerning the condition of urban trees that have been improperly pruned or damaged. According to the deputy, many old trees in Bishkek are ceasing to perform their protective function, failing to trap dust, provide shade, or protect the city from heat and wind.

02.02.2026, 16:19
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In Kyrgyzstan, Rain and Snow in Some Areas — Weather Forecast for February 3

Weather forecast for February 3 in Kyrgyzstan. According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, precipitation in the form of rain and snow is expected in the regions of Talas, Jalal-Abad, and Batken during the night of February 3. In mountainous areas, there will predominantly be snow, while no precipitation is anticipated in other territories. During the day, rain and snow are also possible in some areas, with precipitation in the mountains. Snow cover and icy conditions will persist on the

02.02.2026, 13:39
Ecology

Since the beginning of the year, 3100 meters of fishing nets have been removed from Lake Issyk-Kul.

On February 1, 2026, during a raid, employees of the Issyk-Kul Regional Department of the Ecological and Technical Supervision Service removed 500 meters of outdated synthetic fishing nets from Lake Issyk-Kul. According to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Nature, since the beginning of 2026, the total volume of seized illegal nets has amounted to 3100 meters.

02.02.2026, 13:34
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Deputy: The Impact of Smog on Public Health Remains Underestimated

At the meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputy Nilufar Alimjanova emphasized the need for a deeper investigation into the impact of smog and air pollution on public health. She noted that current reports do not sufficiently address the consequences of smog on people's health, highlighting the increase in cases of diseases such as asthma and allergies, especially among children and the elderly.

02.02.2026, 13:11
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In Kyrgyzstan, the number of illegal landfills has decreased from 411 to 290

During the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Agricultural Policy, Ecology, and Regional Development, current issues concerning the organization of waste landfills in various regions of the republic were discussed. Deputy Erkayim Seitkazieva emphasized the need for standards for the placement of landfills and the consideration of illegal dumps. She noted that local authorities require methodological support and practical assistance for the effective organization of these

02.02.2026, 13:03
Ecology

In Bishkek, 25 km of new irrigation systems have been installed, - Ministry of Natural Resources

In Bishkek, work on improving the irrigation infrastructure aimed at preserving and increasing green spaces has been completed, stated Minister of Natural Resources Meder Mashiev on February 2 at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Agrarian Policy and Ecology. As the minister noted, in 2025, 5,000 meters of regulating ditches were installed in the capital, and 25,000 meters of a new irrigation system were mounted.

02.02.2026, 11:41
Ecology

Smog in Bishkek: "Kyrgyzgidromet" Records a Decrease in Gas Emissions

At the meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Nilufar Alimjanova voiced concerns regarding the effectiveness of actions taken to reduce air pollution and combat smog in Bishkek. She raised questions about how realistically the level of smog has decreased, what specific measures have been implemented by the city administration and relevant ministries, and how much funding from the budget has been allocated for these projects.

02.02.2026, 11:31
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Ministry of Natural Resources: Over 130,000 Trees and Shrubs Planted in Osh

In 2025, activities for landscaping and increasing green spaces were carried out in Osh as part of the national campaign program "Zhashyl Murass". At a meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Agrarian Policy and Ecology held on February 2, Minister of Natural Resources Meder Mashiev reported that 27,000 seedlings of coniferous and deciduous trees and 107,000 shrubs were planted in the southern capital.

02.02.2026, 11:03
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More than 8.2 million trees and shrubs planted across the country in 2025, - Ministry of Natural Resources

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Agricultural Policy and Ecology, which took place on February 2, Minister of Natural Resources Meder Mashiev shared information about programs aimed at increasing green areas in Kyrgyzstan. He noted that as part of the national campaign "Zhasyl Muras" and with the goal of expanding greening, a number of activities are being implemented. In 2025, 8 million 233 thousand trees and shrubs were planted across the country.

02.02.2026, 10:40
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Air quality monitoring is conducted in 4 cities and 3 regions, - EMERCOM

Air quality is being monitored in Bishkek, Osh, Kara-Balta, and Cholpon-Ata, reported Deputy Minister of Emergency Situations Ernest Jusupov on February 2 at a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh that deals with agricultural policy and ecology. According to him, there are currently 14 stationary posts and one automatic observation station in operation.

02.02.2026, 10:14
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Warmth up to +13 degrees — weather forecast for February 2

Weather forecast for February 2. According to Kyrgyzgidromet, there will be no precipitation during the night hours. In the daytime, snow is expected in the mountainous areas of the Jalal-Abad region, while no precipitation is predicted in the agricultural zone and other territories. There remains a snow cover and ice on the roads. The wind will blow from the west at a speed of 4-9 m/s.

01.02.2026, 13:51
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Clear Day — Weather Forecast for February 1

Weather conditions in Kyrgyzstan on February 1. According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, snow is expected at night in the mountains of the Osh and Jalal-Abad regions, however, no precipitation is anticipated in the agricultural areas of these regions, as well as in the rest of the country. It will also be dry during the day, but fog may occur in some areas at night.

31.01.2026, 12:35
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In Bishkek, no precipitation, daytime up to +7 — weather forecast for January 31

According to Kyrgyzhydromet, snow is expected at night in the mountainous areas of Jalal-Abad and Batken regions, while there will be no precipitation in the agricultural zones of these regions and the rest of the territory. During the day, snow may occur in some places in Batken region, as well as in the mountains of Chui and Jalal-Abad regions, while again no precipitation is expected in the agricultural zones of these regions and other areas. Fog is also expected at night. There is a snow

30.01.2026, 13:50
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Storm Warning: Snow Avalanches Expected on the Bishkek—Osh Highway from January 31 to February 2

According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, in the mountainous regions of Kyrgyzstan, as well as on the section of the Bishkek—Osh highway (from 198 to 255 km, including the Ala-Bel pass and Chychkan gorge), there is a predicted likelihood of avalanches, as well as snow drifts, ice, and snow cover from January 31 to February 2, 2026. Drivers are advised to maintain a distance of 500 meters when passing through hazardous areas.

30.01.2026, 13:29
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In 2026, Kyrgyzstan may face a water shortage, - Ministry of Agriculture

In the Kyrgyz Republic, a shortage of water resources may arise in 2026 due to low snow reserves, stated Janibek Kerimaliev, the First Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, at a meeting of the "Mekenchil" parliamentary group on January 30. Deputy Aisarakan Abdibaeva raised the issue of a possible drought in 2026 and inquired about the measures planned to maintain the water balance.

30.01.2026, 11:55
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The Ministry of Emergency Situations has launched a project to enhance readiness for recovery after natural disasters.

A meeting took place at the Ministry of Emergency Situations between Kanat Karybai uulu, head of the International Cooperation Department of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, and Stephen Goldfinch, head of the Asian Development Bank mission. This event was officially announced by the ministry's press service on January 29. During this meeting, a new regional technical assistance project initiated by the ADB was presented, aimed at "Enhancing the preparedness of countries in the

29.01.2026, 16:59
Ecology

In 2025, fishing tickets and cards worth 13.5 million soms were sold, - Ministry of Agriculture

According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture, in 2025, 13 million 573 thousand 419 soms were collected from the sale of fishing licenses and cards, which is a significant increase compared to 3 million 146 thousand 149 soms in 2024. The agency noted that this success was made possible by the implementation of online ticket sales for fishing.

29.01.2026, 13:31
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Snow and fog in places — weather forecast for January 30

According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, snow is expected in some areas of the Issyk-Kul and Naryn regions on the night of January 30, while other regions will remain dry. During the day, snow will reappear in the Naryn region and in the foothills and mountains of the Jalal-Abad region. No precipitation is forecasted in the other regions, including Chui, Talas, Osh, Batken, Issyk-Kul, and Naryn. Fog is possible. Snow drifts and ice remain on the roads. A west wind will blow at a speed of

29.01.2026, 13:24