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Dear
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Russia and Belarus
continue to withdraw from international
environmental agreements, weakening civil
society’s ability to influence climate policy.
Meanwhile, Armenia updates its climate
commitments, Kazakh students develop projects to
adapt to climate change, and Kyrgyzstan
publishes its first transparency report on
climate action.
Global news highlights
include inequities in climate finance for the
Global South, a rise in climate-related
lawsuits, and local initiatives successfully
cutting emissions.
Best
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CAN
EECCA Communications
Manager
Aizirek
Almazbekova
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News
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Aggressor Countries Leaving
Environmental Agreements Undermine Conservation
Efforts
Russia and Belarus
continue exiting international environmental
conventions, citing “discrimination” by partners
after the full-scale war in Ukraine. Experts
warn this undermines global environmental
cooperation and strips civil society of tools to
influence domestic policy.
Armenia
Releases Draft Updated
NDC
Armenia’s updated NDC
commits to unconditional greenhouse gas
reductions of 44% and conditional cuts of 52% by
2035 compared to 1990 levels. The plan
highlights the economy’s vulnerability due to
reliance on imported fossil fuels and emphasizes
strengthening national adaptation
capacity.
Kazakh
Students Launch Climate Adaptation
Projects
In Balkhash, students
are designing innovative projects to address
climate challenges. Initiatives include smart
greenhouses, climate monitoring systems, and
studies on soil and weather impacts on plant
growth, showcasing youth-led solutions to
environmental problems.
Kyrgyzstan Publishes First Climate
Action Transparency
Report
The Ministry of Natural
Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision
released the country’s first biennial
transparency report. In 2023, Kyrgyzstan emitted
19.38 million tons of CO₂-equivalent, while
ecosystems absorbed 10.31 million tons.
Transparent reporting builds trust and opens
avenues for renewable energy, energy efficiency,
and sustainable development
investments.
Astrakhan Faces Desertification
Amid Climate
Crisis
In Russia’s Astrakhan
region, fertile fields are turning to sand. Dust
storms are now common, and villages like
Barkhany are literally being buried. Locals link
desertification to the collapse of collective
farms, which ended irrigation and state
support.
Georgia
Advances Climate-Resilient
Agriculture
Farmers in Marneuli are
adopting drip irrigation, drought-resistant
crops, and reduced pesticide use to save water
and improve yields. The women-led “Green
Eternity” cooperative shares these practices,
helping spread sustainable solutions across the
country.
Uzbekistan Accelerates Wind Energy
Transition
Uzbekistan is expanding
wind power through projects like Zarafshan (500
MW), Kungrad (1.5 GW with storage), and Nukus-2
(200 MW with BESS). These projects cut carbon
emissions, reduce gas dependence, boost energy
security, and create new jobs and supply
chains.
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World
Climate and Energy News
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“NDC
Death Loop” Highlights Climate Finance Injustice
for Global South
Ahead of COP30, experts
warn that the NDC system faces a crisis.
Countries of the Global South say constant
pressure to raise ambition without financial or
technical support creates a cycle of promises
and disappointment. Analysts suggest linking
NDCs to real investment plans, industrial
development, and a just transition.
Two-Thirds of Climate Finance to
Global South Comes as
Loans
A report by Oxfam and
CARE shows 65% of climate funding for developing
countries is provided as loans, not grants.
Countries must repay $1.40 for every $1
received, worsening debt and limiting climate
action. Wealthy nations benefit, while least
developed countries and small island states
receive less than a quarter of
funds.
Global
Climate Litigation Surpasses 3,000
Cases
As of June 2025, 3,099
climate-related lawsuits have been recorded
worldwide, up from 2,180 in 2022. Cases focus on
human rights, greenwashing, and corporate
emissions responsibility. UNEP notes courts are
becoming key instruments for climate
accountability and just transition.
Research
Shows Local Climate Projects Deliver Strongest
Results
Grassroots initiatives
in the US and Canada, from wind farms in New
York to heat pumps in Maine and blocking the
Keystone XL pipeline, have avoided tens of
millions of tons of emissions at low cost. Local
engagement often makes projects more effective
and sustainable.
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Regional
Advocacy Lab for Young Climate
Leaders
Young activists (18–29)
from Eastern Partnership countries can apply for
the Regional Advocacy Lab in Chisinau, Moldova,
14–16 November 2025. The program builds
advocacy, storytelling, and just transition
skills. All expenses covered. Deadline: 17
October 2025.
Internship with Greater Tumen
Initiative
UNDP seeks interns in
Beijing to support climate and environmental
projects, organize events, and prepare reports.
Open to senior students and recent graduates
with strong English and Russian.
UPG
Sustainability Leadership
Program
Young people (18–35)
worldwide can apply for free training to become
#UPGSustainability Leaders. Participants gain
knowledge on sustainable development and
implement local projects. Top performers receive
a fully funded week in the US.
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