*[Enwl-eng] CAN EECCA Newsletter: Victory of youth activists, renewables rise while uranium mining resumes in Kyrgyzstan

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                                Regional Climate News








                                Kyrgyzstan: Environmentalists raise alarm 
about resumption of uranium mining
                                Environmental activists in Kyrgyzstan are 
concerned about potential disasters following the parliament's decision to 
resume uranium mining after a five-year ban. The government argues that 
uranium mining could significantly boost the economy, providing up to $2 
billion in revenue, but activists warn about the environmental costs and 
safety risks, especially in earthquake-prone areas. An accident involving a 
Rosatom truck and concerns over unstable dams containing uranium tailings 
underscore the fears of a possible nuclear disaster.

                                Energy colonization. What Kazakhstan agreed 
with Russia at the St. Petersburg Forum
                                Kazakhstan, participating in the St. 
Petersburg International Economic Forum 2024, signed a long-term contract to 
supply Russian gas to Uzbekistan through its territory, raising concerns 
over the loss of energy sovereignty. Experts believe that Kazakhstan, 
dependent on Russian gas, finds itself in a vulnerable position, especially 
against the backdrop of geopolitical risks. At the same time, the Kazakh 
government has not invested enough in developing its own gas infrastructure, 
which exacerbates energy dependence on Russia.

                                Open Call: Support for Georgia's Civil 
Society
                                The New Democracy Fund is launching a call 
for support to civil society actors based in Georgia. Who call apply? Civil 
society actors are broadly defined as democratically organised civil society 
organisations, social movements, media, academia, trade unions as well as 
community-based groups and organisations, including cultural, educational, 
and knowledge institutions. Civil Society Actors from all the Eastern 
Neighborhood Countries can apply as long as they are based in Georgia.

                                This Ukrainian startup is making paper 
without cutting down trees
                                Ukrainian startup Releaf Paper, founded by 
Valentyn Frechka, uses dead leaves instead of trees to produce paper, 
significantly reducing environmental impact by emitting 78% less CO2 and 
using 15 times less water than traditional methods. Cities in Europe provide 
Releaf with collected leaves, which are processed into cellulose, enabling 
the production of paper products for clients like L'Oréal and Google. 
Releaf's first commercial factory, set to open near Paris, will process 
5,000 tonnes of leaves annually, with plans for global expansion.

                                COP29: EU Commissioner for Climate Action 
visits Azerbaijan
                                On 20 June, EU Commissioner for Climate 
Action Wopke Hoekstra visited Azerbaijan to discuss COP29 preparations, 
which will be hosted in Baku in November 2024. Hoekstra met with various 
Azerbaijani officials, including the Minister of Ecology and Natural 
Resources and the Energy Minister, to discuss Azerbaijan's climate targets 
and the strategic energy partnership with the EU. He also emphasized the 
importance of civil society participation and human rights in the climate 
discussions, highlighting the EU's commitment to these values in the lead-up 
to COP29.

                                Armenia: restoring Lake Sevan ecosystem
                                The EU-supported strategy for the 
restoration of the Lake Sevan ecosystem was presented in Yerevan, Armenia. 
The strategy includes goals, principles, and a detailed action plan for the 
lake's restoration. Deputy Minister of Environment Ara Mkrtchyan emphasized 
adaptive management for long-term stability, while Frank Hess of the EU 
Delegation highlighted the importance of financial investments and a 
participatory approach.





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                                World Climate News








                                Youth activists win ‘historic’ climate case 
settlement in Hawaii
                                Youth climate activists in Hawaii have 
secured a historic settlement in a groundbreaking constitutional climate 
case, Navahine v. Hawaii Department of Transportation, which addressed 
transportation sector emissions. The settlement recognizes the state’s 
obligation to provide a life-sustaining climate, committing Hawaii to 
transformative changes aimed at achieving net-negative emissions by 2045. 
The agreement, announced by Governor Josh Green and public interest law 
firms Our Children's Trust and Earthjustice, marks the first settlement 
between a state government and youth plaintiffs to address constitutional 
climate issues, emphasizing the state's duty to develop sustainable 
transportation solutions.

                                Summer solstice: Solar a ‘serious’ 
electricity player as power share soars to 20%
                                Spain is leading Europe in solar power 
generation this June, with solar energy expected to account for 30% of its 
electricity mix. On 21 June, solar power is projected to make up 20% of 
global electricity at midday peaks, up from 16% last year, according to 
clean energy think tank Ember. The rapid growth of solar energy, driven by 
decreasing battery costs and increased efficiency, positions it as the 
fastest-growing source of electricity and a key player in the future energy 
landscape.

                                Your Guide to Renewable Energy: Wind Energy
                                Wind energy, pivotal in the global shift 
from fossil fuels to renewables, harnesses wind currents to generate 
electricity through turbines, making it a sustainable alternative with 
significant environmental benefits. It's the second largest renewable energy 
source globally, crucial for reducing greenhouse gas emissions associated 
with traditional power plants. Wind farms, whether onshore or offshore, are 
expanding rapidly, expected to increase tenfold by 2050 to support global 
efforts toward achieving net-zero emissions.

                                Is Greece Europe’s most climate-hit country? 
A scientist explains
                                Greece is experiencing severe impacts from 
climate change, including its earliest heatwave on record, resulting in 
multiple deaths and disruptions. The Mediterranean region, particularly 
Greece, is heating faster than other parts of Europe, with temperatures 
rising over 1.5°C in the past 30 to 40 years. Greece's unique geography, 
with extensive coastlines and numerous islands, makes it particularly 
vulnerable to heatwaves, strong winds, and forest fires, which have become 
increasingly frequent and severe, prompting the country to adopt new climate 
resilience measures.









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