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Dear
Subscribers,
I’m Aizirek
Almazbekova, the new Communications Manager at
CAN EECCA. Excited to be on board and looking
forward to working together — please share key
news and updates from your
countries!
Tajikistan
is grappling with extreme heat, Kazakhstan has
begun construction of its first nuclear power
plant, and Belarus is discussing plans for a
second one. Errors in Uzbekistan’s data have
distorted global climate impact forecasts,
Russia has set new emissions reduction targets,
and talks on a global plastics pollution treaty
ended without consensus. This issue covers key
events from the region and beyond.
CAN
EECCA invites you to an NDC roundtable on
September 2. We’ll present our
in-depth analysis of NDCs in the EECCA region
and explore how public engagement can drive
ambitious climate policies. Details
below.
At the
end — opportunities for
activists.
Best
regards,
Aizirek
Almazbekova
Communications
Manager, CAN EECCA
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News
from the EECCA Region
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CAN
EECCA: Join the Online Roundtable on
NDCs
The roundtable will
present the results of an extensive analysis of
the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs)
update process in the EECCA region and discuss
the role of civil society in shaping fair and
ambitious climate policies. The event is
scheduled for September 2 at 17:00 Almaty time
via Zoom in Russian, with simultaneous English
translation. Register here.
Kazakhstan Begins Construction of
Its First Nuclear Power
Plant
On August 8, Kazakhstan
launched the construction of its first nuclear
power plant. The decision was approved in a 2024
referendum, with Rosatom as the main
contractor.
Tajikistan Overheats: Why Cities
Are Warming and How to Address
It
Temperatures reaching
+46°C, melting asphalt, and sweltering nights
have become the new reality for Tajikistan’s
cities. Climatologists warn that extreme heat is
no longer rare but a persistent trend, requiring
urgent urban adaptation.
Belarus:
Plans for a Second Nuclear Power Plant Raise
Expert Concerns
Belarusian authorities
are discussing a second nuclear power plant or
an additional reactor at BelNPP, citing rising
energy demands. Experts highlight economic
risks, waste management issues, and public
unease due to a lack of transparency and
trust.
By 2050,
Ukraine Could Face Desertification: What Climate
Changes to Expect
By 2050, summer in
Odesa Oblast could last 150–180 days with
temperatures up to +30°C. Climatologists warn
that without reducing greenhouse gas emissions
and managing resources wisely, the region risks
turning into a desert.
Nature:
Errors in Uzbekistan Data Skewed Global Climate
Damage Forecasts
A review revealed that
a high-profile 2024 study, which predicted a 19%
global GDP drop by 2050 and 62% by 2100, relied
on inaccurate data from Uzbekistan. These
figures, widely cited by international
organizations, were inflated due to this
error.
Russia
Sets Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction Target
for 2035
The Russian government
plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by
65–67% from 1990 levels by 2035, factoring in
the absorption capacity of forests and
ecosystems, as well as sustainable
socio-economic development. This target will
form the basis for Russia’s updated NDC under
the Paris Agreement, to be presented before
COP30 in November 2025.
Kyrgyzstan: Bishkek’s Unique
Botanical Garden Is
Dying
Over 70% of the
trees and shrubs in Bishkek’s botanical garden
have been lost due to drought, a shortage of
specialists, and decades of
neglect.
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After 10 days of
negotiations, the Intergovernmental Negotiating
Committee on a legally binding international
treaty to combat plastic pollution, including in
marine environments, concluded on August 15
without agreeing on a draft text. Negotiations
will resume at a later date, to be
announced.
Millions
Worldwide Faced Extreme Heat in July and
August
July and August 2025
were among the hottest on record, with national
heat records broken in Europe and Asia. The heat
caused power outages, increased mortality, and
sparked wildfires from Greece to Canada. WHO and
WMO warn that extreme heat is shifting from a
seasonal issue to a daily threat for
millions.
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Join an
International Program for Conservation
Leaders!
The Klaus Töpfer
Fellowship invites young leaders from Eastern
Europe, the Caucasus, and Central Asia to join
its 2026–2027 cohort. The program supports
leadership development, knowledge sharing, and
building international networks in conservation
and sustainable development. Applications are
open until September 1, 2025.
Online
Course on Media and Climate Education for
Youth
Join a 4-week training
program by Climate Information Watch, starting
after August 25. The course offers practical
skills in media literacy and climate
communication, plus a chance to join a global
network of young leaders.
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Date: ср, 20 авг.
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Subject: 🌍 CAN EECCA Newsletter: Online Roundtable on
NDCs and Failure of Global Plastics Treaty
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