A training seminar on integrating climate adaptation into territorial and basin planning in the Isfayramsay and Shahimardan river basins was organized for representatives of relevant agencies from Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan.
The event was organized by the Regional Environmental Centre for Central Asia (CAREC) on June 26 in Fergana within the framework of the project “Climate Risk Management in Central Asia”, implemented by the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) on behalf of the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development of Germany (BMZ).
The training was attended by representatives of water management, environmental protection and agricultural agencies, hydrometeorological services, local administrations, authorized bodies in the fields of emergency response and ecology, as well as elected local self-government bodies and water user associations - a total of 23 participants.
A training session was held to enhance participants' understanding of climate risks in the Isfayramsay and Shahimardan River Basins, and to introduce relevant adaptation strategies. The session also aimed to equip participants with practical skills for applying climate risk assessment findings in strategic and programmatic planning at both local and basin levels. During the training, participants revisited key climate risks and adaptation measures previously identified in the first phase of the GIZ training. They also examined existing policy and program documents to identify existing gaps and vulnerabilities, and evaluated the suitability of the proposed adaptation measures in their local contexts. As a result, a preliminary roadmap was developed to guide the integration of these measures into territorial and/or basin development plans.
“The training ensured the participation of all relevant stakeholders — representatives of government agencies, local authorities, members of Aiyl Keneshes, experts, and civil society organizations. This inclusive approach enabled a comprehensive analysis of climate risks, taking into account the perspectives of all participants. As a result of the training, practical action plans were developed to reduce climate risks, along with a roadmap for implementing relevant adaptation measures,” said Ainura Balakunova, trainer and facilitator.
“The true value of the training lay in the active engagement of participants: the discussions were dynamic, and the proposed ideas were grounded in practical application. This reflects a growing awareness of the need for sustainable solutions at the local level,” added Isroiljon Hakimjonov, trainer and facilitator.
Additional information:
Irina Yugay - Acting Manager, Water Initiatives Support Program, CAREC, wisspecialist@carececo.org
Vladimir Grebnev - Regional Climate Change Specialist, CAREC, cc_specialist@carececo.org