According to IQAir data, as of December 25, 2025, at 11:00, the air pollution level in Bishkek is 158 AQI. This level of air quality is classified as unhealthy.
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.
According to IQAir data, as of 5:00 PM on December 23, 2025, the air quality level in Bishkek is 234 AQI. This value is considered critically unhealthy.
According to IQAir data, as of December 24, 2025, at 5:00 PM, the air quality level in Bishkek was recorded at 163 AQI. This index indicates an unhealthy atmosphere.
The Ministry of Nature commented on a statement made by a deputy, claiming that there is continuous burning at the landfill in the village of Belovodskoye in the Moscow District of the Chui Region. The press service of the ministry reported that no fires have been detected at this landfill so far.
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
In Kyrgyzstan, a pilot implementation of the pasture management concept is set to begin, focusing on the Naryn region. This was reported by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the country. The project will be implemented by the Veterinary Service for Livestock Development, Pastures, and Forage under the Ministry of Agriculture. The information was announced by the deputy director of the service, Ishenbek Almambetov, at a seminar dedicated to the topic of
A round table was held in Kyrgyzstan dedicated to air quality issues in the atmosphere. The information was provided by the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision. The agency reported that the event was led by Asel Raimkulova, Deputy Minister, in cooperation with the regional office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights for Central Asia. The round table was organized with the technical support of the UN Environment Program (UNEP) and was titled "Analysis
During the forum dedicated to the launch of the national pilot project and climate financing in the Chatkal district, Dinara Kemelova, the special representative of the president for the implementation of the Decade of Action for the Development of Mountain Regions, stated the need for special attention to this remote and mountainous area, especially in the context of its development. She noted that a number of measures are planned within the framework of the five-year state program for the
Currently, a forum is taking place in Bishkek dedicated to the launch of a national pilot project and the development of climate financing in the Chatkal district. The Regional Investment Council is the organizer of this event.
In the State Natural Park "Khan-Tengri," employees have captured on video an adult individual of the Central Asian river otter for the first time in the last ten years. According to the Ministry of Natural Resources and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic, the otter was spotted on the Turuk River, which runs along the border with Kazakhstan.
At the international conference "Water, Mountains, and Glaciers of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sustainable Future," Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Almaz Zheenaliev reported that according to a study by the World Resources Institute, which analyzes the water management of Central Asian countries, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan hold high positions in terms of water risk, with indicators of 3.74 and 3.63, respectively. Kyrgyzstan, he noted, has a water
At the international conference "Water, Mountains, and Glaciers of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sustainable Future," Deputy Minister of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision Almaz Musaev emphasized the importance of water management for Kyrgyzstan. He also noted that the country's biodiversity represents a unique and valuable wealth that requires proper protection and management.
An international conference titled "Water, Mountains, and Glaciers of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sustainable Future" is taking place in Bishkek. The organizers are the Kyrgyz National University named after Jusup Balasagyn and the public fund "Green Energy." Participants of the event include representatives of government bodies, such as relevant ministries and agencies, members of the National Water Council, as well as experts from scientific and educational institutions and
At the international conference "Water, Mountains, and Glaciers of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sustainable Future," Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Almaz Zheenaliev highlighted the important role of glaciers in accumulating and regulating freshwater supplies. According to the official, the melting of glaciers in high mountain areas and the filling of rivers contribute to the formation of average annual runoff, which amounts to about 50 billion cubic
In the state natural park "Besh-Tash," wild animals have been recorded thanks to camera traps set up in the protected area. This was reported by the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic. As noted in the message, this initiative is aimed at preserving the biodiversity of this natural park and monitoring the animal population. The materials obtained through the camera traps will serve as the basis for developing future ecological
According to IQAir data, the air quality index in Bishkek on December 3, 2025, at 11:00 is 142 AQI. This figure is classified as unhealthy for sensitive groups.
According to IQAir data, as of 5:00 PM on December 2, 2025, the air quality in Bishkek is recorded at 183 AQI. This level is classified as unhealthy.
During a raid that took place in Kara-Kul and the Toktogul district, inspectors from the Ecological Supervision Service of the Jalal-Abad region, together with representatives of the road police, checked the compliance of vehicles with established environmental standards. As a result of the inspection, one protocol for an offense was drawn up, and the driver was fined 23,000 soms, which corresponds to Article 234 of the Code of Offenses regarding the operation of vehicles exceeding permissible
In the village of Kok-Zhar, on December 2, inspectors from the Regional Department of the Ecological Supervision Service for Bishkek and the Alamudun District, in cooperation with the Public Safety Management, conducted a raid among vehicles as part of the environmental initiative "Clean Air." According to information provided by the Ecological Supervision Service, as a result of the raid, three protocols were drawn up, and drivers were fined a total of 38,000 soms. The fine was
An inspection conducted on December 2 by inspectors from the Regional Office of the Ecological Supervision Service for Bishkek and the Alamudun District revealed the fact of burning used motor oils at a service station in the residential area of Kara-Jygach. According to information provided by the Ecological Supervision Service, an assessment of the situation on-site was carried out, during which the fact of the violation was confirmed.
At the 20th Conference of the Parties to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), the delegation of Kyrgyzstan shared its experience in restoring the population of the gazelle. The press service of the Ministry of Nature reported that national initiatives for the conservation of rare species and biodiversity were presented at the conference.
On December 1, in the village of Petrovka in the Moscow district, during a raid, employees of the Chui Regional Department of the Ministry of Natural Resources, in cooperation with representatives of the Kalinin Interdistrict Society of Hunters, discovered a case of illegal hunting. According to the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, a smoothbore shotgun IZH-18 E caliber 20 was seized from the detainee, which was used without the necessary permits.
In London, from December 1 to 6, London Mining Week is taking place, featuring the Minister of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of Kyrgyzstan, Meder Mashiev. It has been reported that on the first day of the event, he spoke at a plenary session attended by many ministers from Central Asia, discussing Kyrgyzstan's potential and efforts to attract investment in the critical minerals sector.
At the 20th Conference of the Parties to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), held in Samarkand, Kyrgyzstan presented its experience in the conservation of rare species of animals and plants. This information was announced by representatives of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to reports, the country's delegation actively participated in the conference, sharing
Recently, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev approved a resolution containing the Concept of Sustainable Development of the Ecological and Economic System "Issyk-Kul" until 2030, along with an Action Plan for its implementation. The document states the following:
Weather conditions in Kyrgyzstan on December 3. According to Kyrgyzhydromet, clear weather without precipitation is expected in the republic. The wind will blow from the west at a speed of 4-9 m/s.
As reported by IQAir, on December 1, 2025, at 5:00 PM, the air quality index in Bishkek is 121 AQI. This level is considered harmful to vulnerable groups of the population.
According to IQAir, the air quality in Bishkek on December 1, 2025, at 11:00 was recorded at 162 AQI. This level indicates unhealthy conditions.
According to information from IQAir, as of December 2, 2025, at 10:00, the air quality index in Bishkek is 163 AQI. This level is considered unhealthy.
During the inspection, Mayor Aibek Junushaliev reviewed the work being carried out on the Bishkek – International Airport road (Vasilievsky tract), where sanitary pruning of trees and their crowns, as well as mowing of reeds and wild grass cover, is taking place. According to the information from the city hall, specialists from the municipal enterprises "Bishkekzelenstroy" and "Tazalyk" are working on-site.
The working group of the Ministry of Natural Resources, led by the First Deputy Minister Bolotbek Dzhusupbekov, conducted an inspection of wastewater treatment facilities in the cities of Shopokov, Kara-Balta, Kant, Tokmok, and Orlovka on November 27-28. According to information from the Ministry of Natural Resources' press service, experts assessed the current condition of the facilities, the level of equipment wear, as well as checked compliance with environmental standards and the
In December, average temperatures and precipitation in Kyrgyzstan are expected to be close to climatic norms. This information was provided by Kyrgyzhydromet. Weather forecast by regions of the country for December:
On December 1, the Deputy Mayor of Bishkek, Ramiz Aliyev, held a meeting with a delegation from the UN Office for Sustainable Development (UNOSD), led by Pak Chun Ku. This was reported by the press service of the mayor's office. During the discussion, the participants focused on identifying the main causes of air pollution in Bishkek and emphasized the importance of conducting a new comprehensive study in this area.
On November 30, in the waters of Lake Issyk-Kul, employees of the Issyk-Kul Regional Office of the Environmental and Technical Supervision Service under the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision conducted an operation to remove 400 meters of illegally installed synthetic nets. According to information provided by the Ministry of Natural Resources, these measures were taken to ensure environmental safety and prevent the illegal use of natural resources. Regular patrol
Weather forecast for Kyrgyzstan on December 2. According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, no precipitation is expected in the country. A south-west wind with a speed of 4-9 m/s is anticipated.
On November 29, inspectors from the Naryn Regional Department of the Ecological and Technical Supervision Service conducted a raid based on received operational information. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Nature. During the raid in the highland area of the Bosoy At-Bashy district, a case of illegal shooting of two mountain goats (toо teke) by a local resident, citizen B.Sh., from the village of At-Bashy was recorded.
The 20th Conference of the Parties to CITES is taking place in Samarkand, with a delegation from the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of Kyrgyzstan participating. The press service of the ministry announced this on December 1. During the conference, initiatives for biodiversity conservation and the national CITES database were presented. The delegation also proposed the inclusion of all six official UN languages in the processes of the CITES Convention.
According to information from IQAir, as of November 30, 2025, at 16:00, the air quality level in Bishkek is 174 AQI. This level is classified as unhealthy.
According to IQAir, as of November 30, 2025, at 11:00, the air quality index in Bishkek is 170 AQI. This level is considered unhealthy.
Weather forecast for Kyrgyzstan on December 1. According to data from Kyrgyzhydromet, no precipitation is expected in the country. A southwest wind is anticipated at a speed of 4-9 m/s.
In the residential area of Kok-Zhar, over 40 birch saplings were planted on the territory of the new Family Medicine Center No. 13 as part of the decisions made by the Environmental Council. According to the press service of the city administration, this event took place with the participation of Mayor Aibek Junushaliev, local residents, and representatives of the city administration.
In Kyrgyzstan, a prolonged drought is observed, which negatively affects water resources and agriculture. Ecologists warn that this phenomenon is exacerbated by global warming. The Kyrgyz Hydrometeorological Service under the Ministry of Emergency Situations shared a weather forecast for December. According to Aizada Abdyvalieva, head of the meteorological forecasting department, air temperature and precipitation levels are expected to be normal.
Weather overview in Kyrgyzstan for November 30. According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, no precipitation is expected across the country. The wind will blow from the southwest at a speed of 4-9 m/s.
— This filter consists of two components: the first blocks soot, and the second absorbs smoke and harmful gases. According to research data from the Department of Environmental Monitoring of the Ministry of Natural Resources, the efficiency of this device is 60% for harmful gases and over 70% for soot. It is installed on stoves that use fuel or coal. Working in the engineering field, I began studying this filter a few years ago. With the deterioration of air quality in the capital, the idea
During an on-site inspection conducted on November 28, employees of the Ministry of Nature, the Regional Ecological Service, and local law enforcement in the Alamedin district discovered a significant quantity of endive roots in a house in the village of Lenin. According to the press service of the Ministry of Nature, approximately 850 kg of roots were found on site, which is equivalent to about 30 bags. During the inspection, the owner of the roots reported that he had brought them from
At the meeting of the Scientific and Technical Council of the Ministry of Nature, held on November 28, a report on the conducted research work was approved. This was reported by the press service of the department. The work was dedicated to the topic "Increasing the efficiency of operation and ensuring environmental safety of road transport and other facilities contributing to atmospheric pollution, with the aim of improving the environmental situation. Development of a methodology for
The Ministry of Natural Resources has presented information about its Central Laboratory, located in the agency's building. The results obtained in this laboratory have international recognition due to ILAC (International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation) accreditation. The laboratory is accredited by the Kyrgyz Accreditation Center and complies with the following international standards: