*[Enwl-eng] 🌍 CAN EECCA Newsletter: New Climate Laws in the Region & One Week to the NDC Online Roundtable
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Climate Activism and Green Transition in EECCA
Climate Change and Energy News:
Weekly Digest by CAN EECCA
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Dear subscribers,
In just one week — on 2 September — CAN
EECCA will hold an online roundtable on updating nationally determined
contributions (NDCs). Registration is still open — join us to discuss the
regional analysis results and the role of civil society in strengthening
climate ambitions.
In this issue: the new industrial pollution
law in Ukraine, the joint drought monitoring system by Uzcosmos and the UN,
climate initiatives in Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, and Turkmenistan, a fire at
the Kursk nuclear power plant, glacier preservation efforts in Kyrgyzstan,
Armenia’s climate law, sustainable agriculture using basalt powder in
Azerbaijan, climate insurance in Belarus, and the challenges of recycling
solar panels and wind turbines in Kazakhstan.
Also, read about the latest UN agencies’
recommendations on protecting workers from heat, the new Brazilian
initiative against climate misinformation, and how heat affects people’s
moods.
At the end of the issue — current
opportunities for climate activists.
Best regards,
CAN EECCA Communications Manager
Aizirek Almazbekova
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News from the EECCA Region
CAN EECCA: NDC Online Roundtable in One
Week!
On 2 September at 17:00 Almaty time, CAN
EECCA will present the results of the regional NDC analysis and discuss the
role of civil society in raising climate ambitions. The meeting will take
place on Zoom in Russian with simultaneous English interpretation. Register
here.
Ukraine: Industrial Pollution Prevention Law
Comes into Force
The new law introduces an integrated
environmental permit (IEP), consolidating all environmental impacts of
enterprises into a single document. Large companies must now account for
emissions, discharges, and waste in one permit and implement the best
available technologies. Companies have four years to obtain the IEP.
Uzbekistan and UN Launch Drought Monitoring
System
Uzcosmos and UNESCAP have launched a
regional drought monitoring project using satellite technologies. The system
will track soil and crop conditions, forecast yields, and inform water
management decisions.
Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, and Turkmenistan
Strengthen Cooperation on Climate Risks
The three countries agreed to jointly
protect ecosystems and address climate impacts. Plans include projects to
reduce drought and flood risks, as well as regional knowledge sharing.
Kursk NPP: Fire After Drone Attack
At Russia’s Kursk Nuclear Power Plant on 24
August, a transformer caught fire after debris from a downed drone fell on
site. No injuries were reported, and the fire was quickly extinguished.
Radiation levels remain within safe limits.
Kyrgyzstan and UN Work on Glacier
Preservation and Water Security
Kyrgyzstan and the UN are discussing
measures to protect melting glaciers, which are a crucial water source for
the country and region. Scientific monitoring at the Kara-Batkak Glacier in
the Tien Shan shows rapid ice loss due to climate change. Glacier
preservation is seen as a national security and sustainable development
priority.
Armenia Approves Climate Law
The Armenian government has approved a
climate law that will form the basis for reducing greenhouse gas emissions
and adapting to climate risks. The law includes integration of climate
considerations into the economy, protection of people and infrastructure,
and mechanisms for financing and monitoring.
Azerbaijan Implements Sustainable Farming
with Basalt Powder
In Baku, CARCAS and AZERBAZALT signed a
memorandum to introduce innovative solutions in agriculture. Using basalt
powder improves soil, increases yields, and reduces carbon footprint,
supporting COP28 and COP29 goals for sustainable resource use and emissions
reduction.
Belarus: Climate Insurance as Protection
Against Extreme Weather
The summer of 2025 in Belarus showed how
quickly extreme weather can damage property — hurricanes, heavy rains, and
floods affected homes, cars, and crops. Climate insurance is becoming an
essential tool to protect assets and finances, helping cover losses from
wind, hail, rain, and floods, and supporting faster recovery after
disasters.
Kazakhstan: Renewable Energy Growth and
Challenges of Solar and Wind Waste
Kazakhstan is actively developing renewable
energy: the country has 154 facilities with a total capacity of 3 GW, and
renewables accounted for 6.43% of electricity generation in 2024. However,
the problem of disposing of solar panels and wind turbines remains
unresolved. Their components include materials hazardous to ecosystems, and
there is no legislation for safe handling. Experts suggest developing laws
and infrastructure for effective recycling to minimize environmental impact.
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World Climate and Energy News
UN Agencies Warn of Rising Heat Stress Risks
for Workers Worldwide
The WHO and WMO report that heat stress
leads to over 22 million work-related injuries each year. They recommend
governments and employers develop protection policies, alert systems, and
measures for vulnerable workers to reduce health risks and economic losses.
Oii: New Initiative Against Climate
Misinformation
The Brazilian project “Observatory for
Information and Environmental Integrity” (Oii) helps detect and debunk false
information about climate and the environment. For the first time, COP has
dedicated a specific day to this topic, creating space for deeper
international discussion.
MIT: Heat Affects Mood Worldwide
Analysis of 1.2 billion social media posts
from 157 countries shows that temperatures above 35 °C significantly worsen
mood — by 25% in low-income countries and 8% in high-income countries. MIT
researchers emphasize that extreme heat affects not only health and
productivity but also emotional well-being, especially in poorer regions,
and should be considered in climate adaptation strategies.
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Opportunities
COP30 Health Pavilion: Call for Event
Proposals
The COP30 Health Pavilion brings together
the global climate and health community to put health and equity at the
center of climate negotiations. Organizations can apply to host side events
and present initiatives, solutions, and research. Deadline: 14 September.
Global Greengrants Fund Small Grants Program
in Central Asia
The Global Greengrants Fund invites
environmental NGOs and local initiatives from Central Asia to submit project
proposals addressing specific environmental challenges and promoting
environmental justice. Project budgets range from $500 to $15,000. The
application deadline is October 1, 2025.
Fossil Fuel Treaty Virtual Summit
From 8–15 September 2025, a virtual summit
on the Fossil Fuel Treaty will provide a platform to discuss transitioning
from coal, oil, and gas to a sustainable future.
Global Innovation Challenge
Social Shifters invites young leaders,
innovators, and entrepreneurs (18–30) running social or environmental
projects or startups. Participants receive free training, coaching, access
to a global network, and a chance to win grants up to $10,000. Deadline: 29
August.
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