Indonesian wildfire smoke threatens health of 3.4 million people
Dense smog blanketed several major Indonesian cities, forcing authorities to close schools and distribute hundreds of thousands of protective masks.
Ecology
Forest belt being created near Astana with participation of Chinese scientists
On the outskirts of Astana, an unusual test site has appeared—a forest plot where trees never grown in Kazakhstan before have been planted.
UNDP discussed three environmental projects for the Caspian Sea with Kazakhstan.
A consultative meeting on UNDP regional initiatives was held at the Kazakh Research Institute of the Caspian Sea.
Kazakh farmers could earn up to $40 per tonne of CO₂
In Kostanay, a seminar showed farmers concrete figures on turning soil care into extra income.
From nature reserves to waste recycling — the ecological course «Ädilet
The "Ädilet" program's ecology section covers multiple areas — from protected territories and waste recycling to the energy transition.
Kazakhstan commissioned seven of the ten renewable energy facilities planned for 2026.
Kazakhstan's renewable energy sector accelerated notably this summer.
Iran estimates oil spill in Strait of Hormuz in trillions of dollars
Multiple large oil slicks have been detected in the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz.