*[Enwl-eng] 🌍 CAN EECCA Newsletter: Armenia–US Nuclear Cooperation, Climate Week in Baku, and Disputes over the EU Carbon Market

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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, In the regional section, we cover Armenia–US cooperation in nuclear energy, the upcoming UNFCCC Climate Week in Baku, pressure on environmental NGOs in Armenia, and new sustainable energy initiatives in Moldova and Azerbaijan. We also look at Ukrainian farmers’ readiness for EU requirements, Tajikistan’s hydropower plans, and emerging climate initiatives in Kyrgyzstan. In the global section, we highlight the role of climate cooperation in global stability, the declining attention to climate issues in security forums, and growing disagreements over the EU carbon market. We also invite you to join the mountain regions development project implemented by the ISSD Public Foundation together with CAN EECCA. Participants will be able to join a working group, take part in a series of webinars and meetings, and jointly develop recommendations and a roadmap for the Global Mountain Summit “Bishkek+25.” As always, we close the newsletter with current opportunities for activists, researchers, and experts. Best regards, CAN EECCA Communications Manager Aizirek Almazbekova News from the EECCA Region Armenian civil society speaks out against pressure on environmental NGOs Civil society organizations in Armenia issued a joint statement responding to the February 2, 2026 statement by the Armenian Mining and Metallurgical Industry Association, calling it an example of a disinformation campaign targeting environmental NGOs and their international partners. UNFCCC Climate Week to take place in Baku in October 2026 The second UNFCCC Climate Week will be held in Baku on October 5–9, bringing together governments, international organizations, and civil society to discuss climate solutions and regional cooperation. The first Climate Week will take place on April 21–25 in South Korea. Moldova launches preparation of national report on land degradation and drought Fertile soils are a strategic resource for Moldova’s sustainable development and must remain a national priority for monitoring and restoration, said EcoContact Executive Director Iordanka-Rodica Iordanov in the context of launching the country’s National Report to the UN Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD 2026). EU champions climate and energy reforms in Azerbaijani municipalities The EU-funded CoM East initiative continues working with municipalities in Azerbaijan on climate and energy policy through training, technical support, and knowledge exchange. Several Azerbaijani cities have already joined the programme. Cociulia becomes Moldova’s first officially registered renewable energy community Residents of the village of Cociulia are expected to save up to 350,000 lei (around USD 20,000) annually on energy bills after the settlement became Moldova’s first officially registered renewable energy community. The decision was approved on February 10 by the National Agency for Energy Regulation (ANRE). Ukrainian farmers lack awareness of EU water and biodiversity requirements More than 90% of farmers are unfamiliar with Emerald Network (NATURA 2000) sites and potential restrictions associated with them, according to a study by the Ukrainian Center for European Policy and Ecoaction. Emomali Rahmon discusses hydropower cooperation with AIIB leadership During a meeting in Dushanbe, discussions focused on major investment projects, including construction of the Rogun hydropower plant and continued rehabilitation of the Nurek HPP. The sides also explored expanded cooperation in energy, transport and urban infrastructure, water management, climate adaptation, digitalization, and energy efficiency. Digital Innovation Driving Kyrgyzstan’s Climate Commitments into Action On February 10, Kyrgyzstan hosted the national Digital4Climate.KG hackathon, bringing together young developers, students, and experts to create digital solutions for climate adaptation and sustainable development. Kyrgyzstan prepares climate education programme through 2030 The initiative comes amid growing climate risks. Since 1960, Kyrgyzstan’s average annual temperature has increased by about 1.2°C—nearly twice the global average. Accelerating glacier melt, unstable water flows, and more frequent droughts, floods, and mudflows are already affecting agriculture, energy, water supply, and public safety. Armenia and the United States sign nuclear energy cooperation statement Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and U.S. Vice President James David Vance signed a joint statement concluding negotiations on an agreement for cooperation on the peaceful use of nuclear energy. BRICS develops new biodiversity protection strategy Originally focused on economic coordination and financial reform, the BRICS agenda is increasingly expanding to include biodiversity conservation. Together representing more than 40% of the world’s population, BRICS countries are moving toward a more inclusive environmental agenda. World Climate and Energy News UN Convention chief: climate cooperation is a source of stability in an unstable world Amid geopolitical tensions and declining trust in multilateralism, international climate cooperation can support both security and economic prosperity. Climate security should be a higher priority at the Munich Security Conference This year, climate change received significantly less attention at the Munich Security Conference and was barely reflected in the main report—an omission experts call serious. Analysts stress that alongside traditional security risks, structural and environmental factors such as crop failures, land degradation, water scarcity, and the energy transition are increasingly driving instability. Disagreements intensify in the EU over the carbon market European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen defended the EU carbon market, highlighting its “clear benefits” for the bloc’s climate policy. Meanwhile, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, supported by industry representatives, criticized high carbon prices, warning of risks for businesses and jobs and calling for regulatory easing. Opportunities Applications open for the Max Thabiso Edkins Youth Ambassador Program The Max Thabiso Edkins Youth Ambassador Program is recruiting a new global cohort of young leaders ready to tackle employment and sustainable development challenges. Implemented by the World Bank’s Youth2Youth community in partnership with Connect4Climate, the initiative aims to equip youth with skills for the future of work and collaborative problem-solving. EaP Civic Tech Hackathon in Chișinău to tackle disinformation and civil society resilience The EaP Civic Tech Hackathon will take place on April 17–19, 2026, in Chișinău, bringing together around 15 teams of civic activists, developers, and designers from Eastern Partnership and EU countries. Participants will develop civic tech solutions addressing online disinformation, social polarization, civil society resilience, and forced displacement. 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, 17 февр. 2026 г. в 15:00 Subject: 🌍 CAN EECCA Newsletter: Armenia–US Nuclear Cooperation, Climate Week in Baku, and Disputes over the EU Carbon Market

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