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Sustainable Land Management in Central Asia and Carbon Benefits

Year: 2024

Collections: Policy Briefs

Topics: Climate, Agriculture

Authors: Rieks Bosch

Countries: Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan

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The fertility of soil is depending on the minerals

available, the structure of soil, organic matter

in soil, water availability and micro organisms

living in the soil. Together they determine most of the productivity of land.


Groundwater quality assessment using water quality index and geospatial tools: Kabul Province case study

Year: 2024

Collections: Scientific Publications

Topics: Water

Authors: Maiwand Omary, Mohammad Najim Nasimi, Mohammad Nasim Nasimi

Countries: Afghanistan

Source: https://water-ca.org

This study aimed to evaluate the suitability of Kabul Province’s groundwater for drinking by way of analyzing the data collected from 34 ground monitoring wells. The purpose was helped through the assessment of a set of groundwater physico-chemical parameters (pH, turbidity, total dissolved solids (TDS); sulfate, fluoride, nitrate, and boron content; total hardness (TH) as calcium carbonate, sodium, calcium, magnesium, and total iron), as well as the determination of the Water Quality Index (WQI) developed based on sampling the water points located in the districts of Kabul Province and Kabul City in the course of 3 years (2018 to 2020) to provide a clear and concise representation of water quality status, and cat-egorize groundwater into different quality classes ranging from “excellent” to “unsuitable for drinking”. Moreover, the spatial distribution of WQI and 12 physico-chemical parameter values was mapped using the Inverse Distance Weighted (IDW) Interpolation in Arcmap 10.7 environment, revealing distinct water quality patterns across the study area. The water qual-ity testing outcomes under this investigation show compliance of multiple water contaminant concentrations with the World Health Organization (WHO) Water Quality Guidelines and Afghanistan National Drinking Water Quality Standards (ANDWQS). The WQI values range between 27.5 and 112 (as per ANDWQS) and between 33 and 127.5 (as per WHO Guide-lines); the WQI (WHO) display 9% and WQI (ANDWQS) display 3% of groundwater unsuit-able for drinking. Spatial variation maps (IDW Interpolation) demonstate that turbidity, TDS, TH, and magnesium concentration values for the provinces’s central and eastern sec-tions exceed the permissible thresholds. The study’s findings underscore the need for target-ed groundwater management strategies, including pollution control and regular monitoring, to safeguard water quality and public health in Kabul Province.


Оценка рисков наводнений и паводков в целях устойчивого развития в бассейне реки Жабай (Казахстан)

Year: 2023

Collections: Scientific Publications

Topics: Sustainable Development

Authors: Ниязов Дж. Б., Калашникова О. Ю., Нурбацина А.А.

Countries: Kazakhstan

Source: Цетральноазиатский журнал исследования климата и устойчивого развития

На примере бассейна р. Жабай проведено исследование климатических и гидрологических изменений, дана оценка степени опасности наводнений и возможности их предупреждения и прогнозирования. С 2000 г. в Казахстане наблюдается период стабильного повышения температуры воздуха. В бассейне р. Жабай в этот период наблюдалось сильное наводнение (2014 г.) и разрушительные волны (2017 г.), которые привели к угрозе жизни населения г. Атбасар, расположенного в устье реки. Применение гидравлического моделирования HEC-RAS показало, что степень опасности в восточной части г. Атбасар оценивается как экстремальная (кризисная), а в южной как высокая.


Measuring the Capacity for Adaptation to Climate Change in Central Asia

Year: 2023

Collections: Scientific Publications

Topics: Climate

Authors: Sabyrbekov R., Overland I.

Countries: Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan

Source: Central Asian Journal of Sustainability and Climate Research

Climate change poses a formidable threat to the Central Asian region, exacerbating preexisting vulnerabilities and necessitating enhanced adaptation efforts. The economic and environmental costs of these changing climatic conditions are substantial, compelling governments to bolster their adaptive capacity. In this study, we employ the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) adaptation framework and high-quality data to quantitatively measure the capacities of the Central Asian countries to adapt to the impacts of climate change.


Anthropogenic Impacts in the Yesil River Basin

Year: 2023

Collections: Research Paper

Topics: Water

Authors: Makhmudova L., Mussina A., Ospanova M., Zharylkassyn A., Kanatuly A.

Countries: Kazakhstan

Source: Central Asian Journal of Water Research

The research aimed to assess the impact of human economic activities on the Yesil River Basin based on the observational data contained in Kazhydromet’s (Republic State Enterprise, RSE) hydrometeorological periodicals of 1933-2019. The additional analysis of numerous sources – statistics digests, online data of the Bureau of National Statistics under the Agency for Strategic Planning and Reforms of the Republic of Kazakhstan (RK), monographs and scientific papers also allowed to reliably evaluate the overall water consumption in the country.


Баланс массы ледника № 139 бассейна озера Каракуль Восточного Памира

Year: 2023

Collections: Scientific Publications

Topics: Water

Authors: Кабутов Х.К Каюмов А., Сакс Т., Наврузшоев Х.Д., Восидов Ф.К., Неккадамова Н.М., Халимов А.М.,

Countries: Tajikistan

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Целью данной статьи является расчёт поверхностного баланса массы (SMB) ледника № 139 в бассейне оз. Каракуль, позволяющий на основе полученных результатов оценить степень влияния изменения климата на оледенение данной территории, а также перспективу изменения состояния ледников в будущем. 


COP28 UNFCCC Central Asia Pavilion Side Event “Assessing and Addressing Climate Change Impacts in Central Asia: Challenges and Solutions”

Year: 2023

Collections: Conferences, Video

Topics: Climate

Authors:

Countries: N/A

Source: carececo

Scientific journal “Central Asian Journal of Sustainability and Climate Research”

December 8th, 2023, 9.30-11.00

Place: Central Asia Pavilion (Zone B2, Building 15), Blue Zone COP28, Expo City Dubai, UAE


Water corruption in Central Asia: A rapid review

Year: 2023

Collections: Research Paper

Topics: Water

Authors: Mukhtarova A.

Countries: Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan

Source: Central Asian Journal of Water Research

Academic scholarship defines sectoral corruption, namely water corruption one of the main threats to the development of Central Asia. While applying a rapid review, the purpose of this article is to explore the current state of research on water corruption, its various forms, and typologies in different water sectors (such as water supply and sanitation, irrigation, hydropower, and water resources management).


Экологическая безопасность развития электроэнергетики в регионе Центральной Азии

Year: 2023

Collections: Scientific Publications

Topics: Energy

Authors: Трофимов Г., Насиров Т.Х., Хамидов Ш.В.

Countries: Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan

Source: Цетральноазиатский журнал исследования климата и устойчивого развития

В статье рассматриваются экологические проблемы дальнейшего развития энергосистем Центральной Азии (ЦА) на базе традиционных и возобновляемых источников энергии (ВИЭ). Для понимания существующей ситуации с энергетикой и экологией в странах ЦА описан их энергетический профиль и состояние энергетического сектора, используемое топливо, уровень энергоэффективности и износа энергооборудования, уровень потребляемой ими первичной энергии и показана картина распределения выбросов CO2 в этих странах. Однако, учитывая, что в регионе ЦА Казахстан и Узбекистан лидируют и по потребляемой энергии, и по величине выбросов парниковых газов, в статье в большей степени рассматриваются существующие проблемы именно в этих странах.


Водная коррупция в Центральной Азии: краткий обзор

Year: 2023

Collections: Research Paper

Topics: Water

Authors: Мухтарова А.

Countries: Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan

Source: Central Asian Journal of Water Research

Академическая наука определяет отраслевую коррупцию, а именно коррупцию в секторе водного хозяйства, как одну из главных угроз развитию Центральной Азии. Целью данной статьи является анализ академических исследований затрагивающих тему водной коррупции, ее форм и типологий в различных секторах водного хозяйства (таких как водоснабжение и санитария, ирригация, гидроэнергетика и управление водными ресурсами). В частности, исследование направлено на изучение вопроса как коррупция в водном секторе определяется и анализируется в академических источниках в Центральной Азии.


Климатические характеристики туманов восточного побережья Каспийского моря и их изменения с 1970 по 2020 г.

Year: 2023

Collections: Scientific Publications

Topics: Water, Climate

Authors: Лобанов В. А., Наурозбаева Ж. К.

Countries: Kazakhstan

Source:

На Каспийском море в течение всего года наблюдаются туманы различной интенсивности. В данной работе были привлечены сведения числа дней с туманами и их продолжительности в часах за каждый месяц с 1970 г. и с 1986 г. по 2020 г. в 4-х пунктах наблюдений: о. Кулалы, Форт-Шевченко, Тущибек и Актау.


Climate change, co2 emission, and economic development: evidence from Kazakhstan

Year: 2023

Collections: Scientific Publications

Topics: Climate

Authors: Tleppayev A., Zeinolla S.

Countries:

Source: Central Asian Journal of Sustainability and Climate Research

This study aims to identify the relationship between CO2 emissions and economic growth to assess the influence on climate change. Design: The algorithm was chosen for research provision: statistical and comparative analysis, correlation, and regression analysis. The data for 1999-2020 was obtained from the World Bank and the Bureau of National Statistics. Results: After looking at the conditions and factors that affect Kazakhstan’s energy system, we believe it is essential to study how different factors affect economic growth, with a focus on environmental change. The results of modeling with regression models back this up. The model demonstrated that energy consumption has the most significant influence on CO2 emissions; however, in the GDP model, all factors, such as urbanization, energy consumption, and energy pricing, had an equal impact.


A new strategy for merging the environmental and commerce challenges of the Caspian

Year: 2023

Collections: Research Paper

Topics: Water, Green business

Authors: Hutson N., Taganova J.

Countries: Kazakhstan

Source: Central Asian Journal of Water Research

Recent geopolitical events have thrust the Caspian region into a time of unparalleled opportunity. Specifically, the Middle Corridor (“MC”) has been presented as a potential savior for trans-Eurasian commerce. At the same time, its success relies on a sea that is in an ecologically precarious state.


Особенности распределения снежного покрова в насаждениях Рудного Алтая

Year: 2023

Collections: Scientific Publications

Topics: Water

Authors: Оканов К., Калачев А., Роговский С.

Countries: Kazakhstan

Source:

В статье представлены результаты изучения формирования и особенностей снежного покрова в пихтовых насаждениях в сравнении с открытым закустаренным участком в условиях Юго-Западного Алтая, полученные за снежный период 2020–2021 гг. 


Development of low-cost rainwater harvesting to support on-site water supply in rural Tajikistan

Year: 2023

Collections:

Topics: Water, IWRM

Authors: Domullodzhanov D., Rahmatilloev R.

Countries: Tajikistan

Source: Central Asian Journal of Water Research

Farmers in remote, arid areas, far from available water sources, need affordable water solutions for household and livestock use. In this study, the water needs and potential for rainwater harvesting (RWH) in the Kysylsu River Basin are estimated at different altitudes.


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