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A sanitary landfill will be built in Kemino and Orlovka by 2031, - Ministry of Natural Resources

The Ministry of Natural Resources of Kyrgyzstan and the Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment of Korea conducted a joint study of sites for the construction of a sanitary landfill in the city of Kemin and Orlovka in the Kemin district of Chui region. The press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources reported that from November 12 to 17, the first meeting with a delegation from Korea took place as part of the cooperation with MYC Inc. (Make Your Climate), which is part of the Ministry

26.11.2025, 14:56
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The wind speed at night reached 15 m/s, strong winds are also expected today, - Kyrgyzhydromet

According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, on the night of November 26, a southwest wind with a maximum speed of 15 m/s was observed in Bishkek. It is expected that the wind will also increase throughout the day. Meteorologists reported this through AKIpress. One local resident told "Reporter" that due to the strong wind on the night of November 26, the cladding of a building on Abay Street fell onto parked cars. Additionally, the wind damaged a flag installed at the National

26.11.2025, 10:48
In the Kemin District, the construction of a sanitary landfill is planned for $10 million
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In the Kemin District, the construction of a sanitary landfill is planned for $10 million

A project for the construction of a sanitary landfill is planned in the Kemin district, which will be implemented with the support of the Republic of Korea. This information was provided by the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the cooperation with the Korean company MYC Inc. (Make Your Climate), which is a subsidiary of the Ministry of Climate, Energy, and Environment of the Republic of Korea, the first working meeting with

25.11.2025, 19:31
Ecology

Kyrgyzstan joined the Samarkand Declaration and the Action Plan for Regional Cooperation for 2026–2032

In Uzbekistan, in Samarkand, the Deputy Minister of Ecology Almaz Musaev participated in the signing of an important document — the Samarkand Declaration and the Action Plan for Regional Cooperation for 2026-2032, aimed at supporting the sustainable use of wildlife resources and combating illegal trade in wild animals and plants. According to the press service of the Ministry of Ecology, this document was signed by representatives of five Central Asian countries: Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan,

25.11.2025, 16:59
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The Ministry of Natural Resources proposes to allow the circulation of only biodegradable bags.

The Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision has presented for public discussion a draft resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers concerning the "List of polymer film packages and disposable plastic dishes permitted for circulation in the Kyrgyz Republic." This document outlines measures for the phased restriction and ban on the use of hazardous polymer materials. A complete ban on the production and sale of non-biodegradable plastics is planned to be

25.11.2025, 16:06
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The condition of wastewater treatment facilities in Bishkek is satisfactory, but they require complete modernization, - Ministry of Natural Resources

In order to take a comprehensive approach to the modernization of wastewater treatment facilities, the Ministry of Natural Resources has established an interagency working group that will focus on developing solutions for the construction and reconstruction of outdated facilities. According to the press service of the ministry, one of the main tasks of the group will be the inventory and initial assessment of the effectiveness of existing treatment systems.

25.11.2025, 15:59
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In the Alamedin District, two entrepreneurs were fined for illegal wastewater discharge

On November 24, inspectors from the Regional Department of the Ecological Supervision Service for Bishkek and the Alamedin District conducted a raid in the rural areas of Dacha-Su, which are part of the 2nd Five-Year Plan and the Lenin rural district. As a result of the inspection carried out by the ecological supervision service, cases of illegal wastewater discharge into unauthorized and unregulated zones were discovered, as well as violations of environmental and sanitary standards by two

25.11.2025, 15:04
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In the Osh Region, the Environmental Supervision Service fined and suspended the activities of the company "Granite LTD"

As a result of complaints received from citizens regarding the published video on social media, on November 16, employees of the Osh Regional Department of the Ecological Supervision Service conducted an unscheduled inspection of the company "Granit LTD." During the inspection, specialists found that the company lacked the necessary technical permits. As a result, the activities of "Granit LTD" were temporarily suspended until the necessary corrective measures were completed.

25.11.2025, 14:21
Ecology

Raids Against Illegal Fishing Continue in Kyrgyzstan, Poachers Detained at Issyk-Kul

Raids aimed at curbing illegal fishing continue in the country. Officials from the relevant authorities have intensified monitoring across all water bodies in Kyrgyzstan. Recent cases of poaching have been recorded at Issyk-Kul. During joint activities to clean up water bodies, raids are conducted, during which individuals using prohibited tools, such as nets, for fishing are apprehended.

25.11.2025, 14:03
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The Ecological Supervision Service fined the branch of LLC "China Railway International" 146,000 soms for a number of environmental violations.

The Naryn Regional Office of the Ecological Supervision Service conducted an unscheduled inspection of the branch of the LLC "China Railway International". According to information provided by the ecological supervision service, the following violations were identified during the inspections in accordance with the Code of Offenses: - Article 115, paragraph 1 — Storage and disposal of household waste in unauthorized places; - Article 115, paragraph 2 — Disposal of industrial and

25.11.2025, 13:04
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In Chui Region, 7 cases of illegal hunting were identified during raids

During raids conducted by employees of the Chui Regional Department of the Ministry of Natural Resources and representatives of the Kalininsky Interdistrict Hunting Society, violations of hunting legislation were identified in the Panfilov and Jayil districts. According to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, as a result of inspections, 7 violations of environmental legislation were recorded:

25.11.2025, 11:30
Ecology

A resident of Issyk-Kul tried to escape with fish, but the police detained him.

Employees of the tourist-ecological police of the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Kul region, relying on collected operational data, attempted to detain a group of individuals engaged in illegal fishing on horseback in the southern part of the village of Tyup. As reported by the regional police, when the poachers noticed the approaching law enforcement officers, they attempted to flee the scene. During the operational activities, one of them was detained — A.Ch., born in 1985, residing

25.11.2025, 11:08
Ecologists: It's Time to Save the Floodplain Forests of Kyrgyzstan
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Ecologists: It's Time to Save the Floodplain Forests of Kyrgyzstan

Recently, an annual tree planting event organized by the Public Association of Gardeners "Maki" took place on the banks of the Ken-Tor River in the Issyk-Ata region. This year, participants planted seedlings of rare species such as the Semyonov fir, Tien Shan spruce, and common pine. These local species were recommended by specialists and grown in the Toktogul Forestry, which increases their chances of successful acclimatization in the climatic conditions of Kyrgyzstan.

25.11.2025, 11:04
Ecology

In the village of Sarban, a man was fined for illegal waste dumping

On November 20, in the village of Sarban, inspectors from the Regional Department of the Ecological and Technical Supervision Service for Bishkek and the Alamidin District conducted an inspection initiated by complaints from local residents regarding illegal dumping and burning of waste in the upper part of the settlement. According to the press service of the ecological and technical supervision, during the inspection, a citizen was found engaged in illegal waste disposal. As a result, he was

25.11.2025, 10:39
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The Ministry of Natural Resources proposes to update the plan for achieving carbon neutrality

The Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision has presented for public discussion a draft amendment to the Cabinet of Ministers' resolution regarding the approval of the Carbon Neutrality Concept and the Action Plan for the implementation of the first phase of the Concept dated July 3, 2025, No. 397. According to the ministry, Kyrgyzstan has committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. In this regard, the resolution dated July 3, 2025, No. 397 approved the

25.11.2025, 10:21
Ecology

In the At-Bashinsky District, a tour company was fined for dumping industrial waste

In the Ak-Sai Valley area of the At-Bashinsky district, inspectors from the Naryn Regional Department of the Ecological and Technical Supervision Service conducted an inspection, during which violations by the LLC "Kol-Tetri" were discovered. According to information from the Ecological and Technical Supervision Service, it was established during the inspection that the company violated part 2 of Article 115 of the Code of Offenses, concerning unauthorized disposal and storage of

25.11.2025, 10:15
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Environmental Violations Detected in Hunting Management and Mining Enterprise in Naryn Region

Inspectors from the Naryn Department of the Ecological and Technical Supervision Service conducted an inspection of the hunting farm of LLC "Okchontoy" on November 17, during which illegal waste dumping was recorded. According to the press service of the ecological supervision, a fine of 17,000 soms was imposed on the company for this violation, which corresponds to paragraph 1 of Article 115 of the Code of Offenses (Dumping and storing household waste and other items in unauthorized

25.11.2025, 10:12
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In Toguz-Toro, a crushing plant was fined for discharging wastewater

During an inspection conducted by employees of the Jalal-Abad Regional Department of the Ecological and Technical Supervision Service, an environmental violation was recorded at the crushing enterprise LLC "Avrora-Tur," located in the Toguz-Torouz district. According to information from the Ecological and Technical Supervision Service, this enterprise was discharging wastewater into the environment. As a result, the company was fined 28,000 soms under Article 236 (1) of the Code of

24.11.2025, 19:41
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"Naryn Electric Networks" fined for environmental violations

From October 27 to November 7, the Naryn Regional Office of the Ecological Supervision Service conducted a scheduled inspection at the enterprise "Naryn Electric Networks." During the inspection, according to the information from the ecological supervision, environmental violations were identified, including the burning and dumping of waste, as well as atmospheric pollution.

24.11.2025, 18:56
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Rain at Issyk-Kul, snow in the mountainous areas — weather forecast for November 25

Weather forecast for Kyrgyzstan on November 25. According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, rain is expected in the Issyk-Kul region during the night and morning, with possible snow in the mountainous areas. No precipitation is anticipated in most parts of the country. Dry weather is also expected throughout the day. The wind will blow from the southeast at a speed of 5-10 m/s.

24.11.2025, 14:32
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Eco-feeders for Birds Installed in "Ala-Archa"

On November 22, 40 wooden bird feeders were installed in the Ala-Archa Natural Park. These feeders, designed in a uniform style, were placed along the main alleys. This event was organized by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in honor of the 80th anniversary of the founding of this organization.

24.11.2025, 14:30
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The Ministry of Natural Resources proposes to approve the rules for the transboundary transport of hazardous waste

The Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision has presented for public discussion a draft resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers regarding the "Procedure for State Regulation of Transboundary Movement of Hazardous Waste in the Kyrgyz Republic." This draft was developed to implement the law "On Production and Consumption Waste," adopted on August 15, 2023. The main task of the document is to adapt national legislation to international standards in the

24.11.2025, 13:30
In the Ala-Archa Nature Park, eco-feeders for birds have been installed
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In the Ala-Archa Nature Park, eco-feeders for birds have been installed

Ecological feeders for birds have been installed in the Ala-Archa Nature Park, made possible through the joint efforts of FAO staff in Kyrgyzstan, their children, and families. This initiative is timed to coincide with the organization's 80th anniversary. According to FAO, forty feeders have been placed along the main alleys of the park, designed in a uniform style. Before installation, park rangers selected optimal locations and conducted briefings to avoid disrupting the ecosystem.

24.11.2025, 11:48
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In Kyrgyzstan, a reforestation project has been launched in collaboration with Korea

On November 19, the Forest Service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kyrgyzstan and the Korean Forest Service officially announced the start of a joint project titled "Enhancing the Capacity of the National Nursery System and Pilot Reforestation Considering Local Conditions." The relevant information was provided by the press service of the Forest Service. During the event, plans were discussed for the construction of modern nurseries and greenhouses in Kyrgyzstan, as well as

20.11.2025, 14:28
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Deputy of the BGC — "Tazalyku": Bishkek remains as dirty as it was

At the meeting of the joint commission on social protection and housing and communal services, Dinara Bekmuratova from the party "Жаңы күч – Новая сила" drew attention on November 20 to the ongoing problem with garbage in Bishkek, despite assurances from the municipal enterprise "Tazalyk" about its efforts. Deputy Director of "Tazalyk" Baarkan Asanbaeva explained the delays in waste collection due to technical malfunctions and production needs. She also noted that

20.11.2025, 14:02