In the ranking of countries by air pollution levels, our republic occupies about the 35th-40th position, placing it in a group with an unfavorable ecological situation.
The annual average concentration of PM2.5 in Kyrgyzstan ranges from 21 to 23 micrograms per cubic meter, which is more than four times the recommended norm by the World Health Organization of 5 micrograms per cubic meter.
Comparison with neighboring countries shows the following data:
- Tajikistan — 46 micrograms per cubic meter (one of the most polluted);
- Uzbekistan — 31 micrograms per cubic meter;
- Turkmenistan — 26 micrograms per cubic meter;
- Kyrgyzstan — 21-23 micrograms per cubic meter;
- Kazakhstan — 15 micrograms per cubic meter.
Thus, Kyrgyzstan occupies intermediate positions in Central Asia, yielding to Tajikistan and Uzbekistan, but air pollution in the country exceeds the levels observed in Kazakhstan.
Particular attention is given to Bishkek, where in winter the level of air pollution reaches critical values, which is associated with the use of coal for heating, vehicle emissions, and unfavorable climatic conditions.
According to experts, air pollution poses a serious threat to public health, contributing to the rise of respiratory and cardiovascular diseases.
