*[Enwl-eng] 🌍 CAN EECCA Newsletter: Tashkent Tackles Heat, Ecocide in Ukraine, and 61% Bird Population Decline

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Climate Change and Energy News: Weekly Digest by CAN EECCA Someone forwarded this digest to you? You can subscribe using this link Dear subscribers, Join the communEECCAtors webinar series on climate and sustainable agriculture. This week, Tashkent expands its green zones and creates a “green belt” to protect residents from heat and dust. In Ukraine, scientists study the war’s impact on the ecosystems of Kamianska Sich National Park. The Green Climate Fund has approved $250 million for glacier melt adaptation across Central Asia, the South Caucasus, and Pakistan. The new Lancet Countdown report warns that heat-related deaths have risen by 23% since the 1990s, bird populations have declined by 61%, and Hurricane Melissa in the Caribbean became one of the most powerful in the region’s history. At the end of this issue — new opportunities for activists. Best regards, CAN EECCA Communications Manager Aizirek Almazbekova News from the EECCA Region Cities of Central Asia Under Climate Pressure: Tashkent Facing extreme heat, droughts, and dust storms, Tashkent is planning to expand its green spaces and establish a “green belt” by 2045. The Yashil Makon (“Green Space”) program and vertical greening initiatives aim to reduce urban overheating, improve air quality, and shield residents from environmental stress. Ukraine: War Against Nature in Kamianska Sich National Park A new book examines the environmental consequences of war in the Kherson region — from occupation and the Kakhovka dam explosion to the broader question of ecocide. Russia: First Regional Climate Adaptation Ranking The Higher School of Economics published the first national ranking of Russian regions by climate adaptation needs — including permafrost degradation, forest fires, droughts, and extreme rainfall. Uzbekistan: Sustainable Procurement Brings Clean Water to Karakalpakstan A UNDP project modernized water infrastructure in Karakalpakstan by installing solar pumps and energy-efficient systems. More than 3,000 people now have access to safe drinking water. Moldova Accelerates EU Agricultural Integration Moldova is advancing legal harmonization and modernization of its agricultural sector. The country has completed bilateral assessments with the European Commission and is reforming food safety, animal welfare, and sustainable land-use systems.  Georgia Prepares Green Development Strategy to 2030 The UN and the Government of Georgia are designing a joint framework for inclusive and green growth, climate adaptation, digital transformation, and expanded social protection.  Kyrgyzstan Launches National Nature Protection Fund Kyrgyzstan has established a new fund to support projects restoring ecosystems, promoting green solutions, and protecting endangered species, including the snow leopard.  $250 Million for Glacier Melt Adaptation in Central Asia and the South Caucasus The Green Climate Fund approved financing for the Asian Development Bank’s Glaciers to Farms program, which supports irrigation, reservoirs, watershed management, early warning systems, and farmers’ adaptation to glacier retreat. communEECCAtors: Autumn Webinars on Climate Communication n-ost and MediaNet are hosting a new webinar series for journalists and experts from Eastern Europe, the Caucasus, and Central Asia. Topics include Indigenous voices, saving the Caspian Sea, and sustainable agriculture. World Climate and Energy News What Should the City of the Future Look Like? By 2050, nearly 70% of the global population will live in cities, according to the UN. Urbanization brings both opportunities and risks — from waste management and overburdened infrastructure to rising inequality and vulnerability to climate impacts. When Climate Kills: The Lancet Countdown Report Heat-related mortality has risen by 23% since the 1990s, claiming an average of 546,000 lives annually. The latest Lancet Countdown report, prepared with the WHO, warns that the climate crisis has become a major health threat, with droughts, wildfires, and food insecurity endangering millions. 61% of Bird Species in Decline — Extinction Confirmed for Slender-Billed Curlew The International Union for Conservation of Nature reports a record loss of bird populations: three out of five species worldwide are shrinking. The updated Red List confirms the extinction of the slender-billed curlew, once nesting in Western Siberia. Habitat loss from agriculture and deforestation remains the main driver. Hurricane Melissa Among the Most Powerful Atlantic Storms on Record Hurricane Melissa hit Jamaica and may become the strongest storm in Atlantic history. Scientists link its intensity directly to global warming: sea surface temperatures in the Caribbean are now 1.4°C above normal, making such extreme events up to 500 times more likely. Opportunities Grants for Climate Journalism and Communication in Central Asia MediaNet and n-ost are inviting story ideas from Central Asian journalists and communicators. Up to €600 is available for projects on climate policy, local solutions, and community stories. Youth Forum 2026 in Bangkok — Call for Applications Young people aged 13–30 from Asia and the Pacific can apply to join the Youth Forum 2026, taking place in Bangkok on 18–20 February 2026. The event will gather up to 500 participants to discuss sustainable development goals, clean energy, and climate action. Deadline: 10 November 2025. Master’s Program for the Next Generation of Environmental Leaders The Erasmus+ GEM program offers advanced training in geoinformation science and environmental modeling across four European universities. Students can specialize in spatial planning, data analysis, programming, or modeling for sustainability. Would you like to reach out to us? We welcome your feedback at can....@gmail.com This email has been sent to you because you are a subscriber to the CAN EECCA News Digest. From: CAN EECCA <dig...@caneecca.org> Date: вт, 4 нояб. 2025 г. в 15:00 Subject: 🌍 CAN EECCA Newsletter: Tashkent Tackles Heat, Ecocide in Ukraine, and 61% Bird Population Decline

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