Super-El Niño 2026: Is Kazakhstan Ready for a Climate Shock?
The World Meteorological Organization predicts a strong El Niño in 2026, potentially causing floods, droughts, and extreme heat globally.
Ecology
FAO launches CropSuit: a digital assistant for precise crop selection
FAO launched CropSuit, an app helping farmers choose the best crops based on local conditions.
The hottest building in Almaty: a study revealed a 19-degree difference between city districts
Temperature difference between buildings in Almaty reaches 19°C.
Tajikistan to receive another $300 million from World Bank for Rogun HPP construction
World Bank Board approved a $300 million grant for the second phase of Tajikistan's Rogun hydropower plant.
World Bank shifts climate strategy: from quotas to economic impact
The World Bank is dropping one of its key climate policy targets.
In Astana, the temperature difference between buildings reaches 16°C on the same day — data from 49.5 thousand buildings
Pavlov Analytics analyzed perceived air temperature for all 49,538 buildings in Astana in June 2026. Temperature differences reached 16°C.
Extreme heat disrupts climate conference in London
During London Climate Week, a heat-related event was canceled after the air conditioning failed at the LSE venue.