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This year, 50,000 trees are planned to be planted in Bishkek.

On February 17, public hearings were held at the eco-technological plant in Bishkek, which processes municipal waste for electricity production. The event was organized by the eco-council and focused on issues related to improving air quality in the city. The event was attended by the mayor of the capital, Aibek Junushaliev, representatives of the city administration, deputies of the Bishkek City Council, and activists.

17.02.2026, 15:28
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The new head of the Ministry of Natural Resources held the first introductory working meeting.

Akyil Toktobaev, recently appointed as the Minister of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, held his first meeting in the format of an introductory working session. The press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources shared this information. During the meeting, the minister met with the heads of departments and divisions of the central office, as well as with the leaders of structural units.

17.02.2026, 11:59
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The Housing Committee approved Toktobaev's candidacy for the position of Minister of Natural Resources

The Committee on Constitutional Legislation of the Jogorku Kenesh approved the appointment of Akyl Toktobaev as Minister of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision on February 17. The proposal for the appointment was put forward by President Sadyr Japarov and submitted for approval to the parliament. At the committee meeting, Toktobaev's candidacy was presented by Bektur Zulpiev, who acts as a representative of the president and the Cabinet of Ministers in the Jogorku Kenesh.

17.02.2026, 11:03
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In Chon-Kemin, locals rescued an injured swan

On February 16, a swan that could not fly was found in the village of Shabdan, located two kilometers from the Chon-Kemin State Natural Park. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources. According to the information from the agency, local residents were able to catch the bird and handed it over to the staff of the natural park for its safety. A corresponding act was then drawn up, after which the swan was sent to an animal rehabilitation center.

17.02.2026, 10:18
In Korea, Dinara Kemelova held consultations on mountain issues with several organizations
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In Korea, Dinara Kemelova held consultations on mountain issues with several organizations

Special Representative of the President of Kyrgyzstan for Mountain Policy, Dinara Kemelova, visited the Republic of Korea to discuss initiatives related to the sustainable development of mountainous areas, combating climate change, and strengthening international ties within the global agenda on mountain issues. During her visit, she held productive consultations with Park Jong-ho, Executive Director of the Asian Forest Cooperation Organization (AFOCO), and Kim Sang-hyup, Executive Director of

16.02.2026, 16:56
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Deputy of the BGK: Why does "Tazalyk" refuse to remove small volumes of construction waste?

At the meeting of the permanent commission of the Bishkek City Council on issues of economy, budget, finance, and investments, which took place on February 16, deputy Talaybek Sariev from the "Yntymak" party drew attention to the problem of construction waste disposal by legal entities. In his speech, he asked the director of the municipal enterprise "Tazalyk," Zholdosh Chushtukov: "You sign contracts with legal entities, such as construction companies and stores. Why

16.02.2026, 14:16
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In Bishkek, occasional rain, daytime temperatures up to +18 degrees — weather forecast for February 17

Weather conditions in Kyrgyzstan on February 17. According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, on the night of February 17, significant parts of the Chuy, Talas, Jalal-Abad, and Naryn regions are expected to experience rain and snow, while snowfall will be observed in mountainous areas. No precipitation is forecasted for the Osh and Batken regions. During the day, rain is possible in some areas of the Chuy, Talas, Jalal-Abad, Batken, and Issyk-Kul regions, as well as snow in the mountains. The

16.02.2026, 13:52
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The BGK Deputy is interested in what measures the Department of Urban Management of the City Hall took in 2025 to combat smog in the capital.

On February 16, Deputy of the Bishkek City Council Maiambek Kasiev ("Emgek") asked about the measures taken to reduce the level of smog last year and the plans for the future. At the meeting of the permanent commission on economics, budget, finance, and investments, the director of the Department of Urban Economy, Bermet Sydykova, spoke about the creation of a new environmental department within the structure of the department, which has been increased by four employees and began

16.02.2026, 11:42
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Clear during the day, warm up to +18 degrees — weather forecast for February 15

Weather forecast for Kyrgyzstan on February 15. According to data from Kyrgyzhydromet, during the night hours in some regions, such as Chui, Osh, Jalal-Abad, Issyk-Kul, and Naryn, rain and snow are expected, especially in mountainous areas. At the same time, Talas and Batken regions will remain precipitation-free. Fog may form at night and in the morning.

14.02.2026, 14:31
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Scientists sound the alarm: Forests are becoming weaker and more vulnerable

Forest ecosystems around the world are gradually losing their resilience. An extensive study covering more than 31,000 tree species has revealed a trend towards homogeneity in forests: fast-growing species are beginning to dominate, displacing slowly-growing long-lived species. These changes negatively affect the ability of forests to withstand climate change and their carbon accumulation. The greatest danger comes from slowly-growing trees with dense wood and long lifespans, especially those

14.02.2026, 02:33
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"16% of glaciers in Kyrgyzstan have melted over 60 years, - Ministry of Emergency Situations"

At a briefing in Bishkek on February 13, Deputy Minister of Emergency Situations Azamat Mambetov reported that about 16% of glaciers in Kyrgyzstan have been lost over the past 50-60 years. The International Meteorological Organization states that with global warming, the temperature on the planet has increased by 1.9 degrees, leading to accelerated glacier melting. As a result, approximately 2000 high-altitude lakes have formed, of which about 600 fall into the first category of danger — they

13.02.2026, 18:35