Asia was identified as the region most vulnerable to weather, climate, and hydrological disasters in 2023, with extreme events like floods, storms, and heatwaves exacerbated by climate change according to a new report by the WMO.
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President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev signed a resolution outlining priority areas for modern water management, including developing irrigation systems, utilizing digital technologies, and enhancing water resource utilization efficiency.
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President Mirziyoyev explores agricultural climate change adaptation strategies in Uzbekistan, focusing on efficient land use and water conservation amidst land degradation and decreasing water resources in the region. Measures include a national program with 52 points to mitigate climate impact, attract grant funding, and establish climate change analysis centers and agrometeorological stations.
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The UNDP, EU, and FDA signed an agreement to support green development in Uzbekistan through innovative financial instruments and green budgeting methodologies.
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The International Conference on Climate Change and Adaptation in Tashkent focused on developing a National Adaptation Plan for climate-vulnerable sectors in Uzbekistan, emphasizing the importance of transitioning to a "green economy" to combat climate change.
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Chinese corporation China CAMC Engineering (CAMCE) is planning to build Uzbekistan's first waste incineration plant, with plans to explore ecotourism and other sustainable projects in the country.
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Solar power stations in Samarkand and Jizzakh connected to Uzbekistan's power grid, supplied by TrinaTracker with Vanguard 1P sun tracking systems. TrinaTracker's innovative trackers contribute to high electricity generation and reliability in hilly terrains.
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A technical assistance project focusing on the rational management of hazardous chemicals was launched in Uzbekistan, aiming to reduce the use of dangerous pesticides in agriculture and promote alternative methods.
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Uzbekistan conducts the spring stage of "Clean Air" month, checking over 58,000 vehicles for harmful emissions with fines issued to violators and vehicles prohibited from operation.
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Uzbekistan transitions to electric and hybrid vehicles with support from the "Mehr Daftari" fund, aiming to reduce harmful gas emissions and promote green technologies in the state sector.
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