Almaty — 28 November 2025 — The Regional Environmental Centre for Central Asia (CAREC-Central Asia) actively participated in the dialogue “Green Impulse: Towards the Regional Environmental Summit 2026”, held on 28 November at the Central‑Asian Institute for Environmental Research (CAIER) in Almaty.
The event, organized within the framework of the national social eco-campaign TURAQTY JOL 6.0, brought together representatives from business, international organizations, government agencies, and experts to discuss key issues of sustainable development and preparations for the upcoming Regional Summit.
The dialogue was initiated by the Kazakhstan National Federation of UNESCO Clubs together with Central-Asian Institute for Environmental Research (CAIER) and the Central‑Asian Climate Foundation. The general partner was Bank CenterCredit, with Chevron as the official partner. Support was provided by the National Commission of the Republic of Kazakhstan for UNESCO Affairs and ISESCO, the Almaty Akimat (city administration), and the UNESCO Regional Office in Almaty. Information partners included Almaty TV and the media holding Amanat Media Group.
In the panel session “Climate and Industry,” moderated by Asel Tasmagambetova, founder of CAIER, Azamat Kauazov, Climate Change and Sustainable Energy Programme Manager, CAREC, took the floor. In his presentation, he emphasized the growing climate risks and threats related to climate change already affecting Central Asian countries.
“Climate change represents not only an environmental but also a social threat for the entire region. We are seeing an increase in extreme weather events, water scarcity, and land degradation, which may lead to serious consequences for the population,” noted Azamat Kauazov.
He also raised the alarming risk of complete depopulation in the Caspian Sea region, caused by dropping water levels, pollution, and loss of biodiversity, calling for immediate joint action by stakeholders to prevent catastrophe.
The event included several panel discussions dedicated to the role of the financial sector in climate transformation, anti-greenwashing efforts, and recommendations to strengthen the regional environmental dialogue. The conclusion featured a presentation of the results of the TURAQTY JOL 6.0 eco-campaign and a ceremony of gratitude to the partners.
CAREC’s participation in the dialogue underlines the importance of interregional cooperation in confronting climate challenges. The organizers noted that such platforms will help shape the agenda of the Regional Environmental Summit 2026, contributing to Central Asia’s transition to a green economy.
Contact information:
Azamat Kauazov Programme Manager, Climate Change and Sustainable Energy Regional Environmental Centre for Central Asia (CAREC) cacip@carececo.org