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Central Asian states have a coal dependency problem – report
Coal addiction in Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan fuels regional global warming conundrum.
Unexplained spill fuels concern about Afghan canal project
Is Uzbekistan engaging in quiet water diplomacy?
Rain, rain go away
The hotter the world gets, the more water the air can hold and the more it will rain.
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Only seven countries meet WHO air pollution guideline
IQAir’s 6th Annual World Air Quality Report reveals “troubling details” of the world's most polluted countries, territories and regions in 2023.
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China’s EV giant BYD wants curbs on “disorderly” imports in line with move into Uzbekistan
Critics of potential move say it could be bad news for the consumer.
Kazakhstan positions itself for lithium windfall
The National Geological Service says the country has lithium reserves of around 75,600 tonnes.
Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan cheer as CASA-1000 sputters back to life
The World Bank will provide money to complete Afghan section of the project, but it is keeping close tabs on funds.
Sarytogan “going nuclear” with Kazakhstan-sourced graphite purified beyond “five nines” level
High-grade carbon element used in fission reactors expected to fetch super-premium prices. Company share price surges on ASX.
Kyrgyzstan battles climate crisis with artificial glaciers
Cheap and simple process creates ice deposits from piped water redirected from mountain springs. Ice towers of up to 50 metres appear.
Tajikistan: Rogun dam budget spiral to make authorities sweat
Environmentalists are urging financial institutions to demand more assessments before giving any more money.
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Perspectives | Clock is ticking as Central Asia confronts water calamity
Stakeholders need to collaborate, tackle waste and address the elephant in the room: Afghanistan.
Analysis finds months-long methane mega-leak in Kazakhstan
One of the worst such releases ever recorded said to have been caused when a blowout ignited a fire that burned for over six months.
Warm, dry winter signals escalating climate challenge in Afghanistan
Afghanistan is already grappling with its worst drought in three decades, contributing to the deep economic slump.
Kazakhstan prioritising water management measures in 2024
Issue emerging as top regional policy item on agenda for Astana.
Watchdog group pushes for fresh impact study on Tajikistan megaproject
Existing study for Rogun Dam’s impact is outdated.