Yearly Archives: 2023

Karaganda coal basin is swallowing Kazakhstan’s climate

New short film from CAN EECCA, #WorldWeWant

The Karaganda coal basin, located in Kazakhstan, is one of the world’s largest coal basins, with coal reserves ranking third in the EECCA region. Unfortunately, the coal mining operations in the region have led to devastating environmental and social impacts, including air and water pollution, deforestation, and land degradation. These issues have caused health problems and displacement of local communities.

Presentation: “The role of Transparency: Tracing Climate Just Action under the NDCs”

CAN EECCA cordially invite you to our online presentation of two recent studies in Kazakhstan and the Republic of Moldova about structural barriers to NDC implementation and reporting. This webinar is organized by BUND, Friends of the Earth Germany, in close collaboration with CAN EECCA.

PRESS RELEASE: Plans for the development of nuclear energy: 16 reasons from CAN EECCA to change your mind

Today, on the anniversary day of the tragedy at the Chornobyl nuclear power plant, CAN EECCA takes a stand against the construction of new nuclear power plants in the region. Together with the experts, we have collected 16 impressive arguments that should make the governments of the EECCA countries reconsider their plans.

Position on Nuclear Energy In the region of Eastern Europe, Caucasus and Central Asia

CAN EECCA considers that new nuclear power and fossil-fuel projects should be phased out and their direct and indirect subsidies withdrawn.

Press Release from CAN EECCA on the release of the last IPCC report – 6th Assessment

The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has released its latest report, the 6th Assessment Report (AR6), which provides a comprehensive assessment of the state of the climate and the impact of human activities on the environment. The report highlights the urgent need for immediate action to combat climate change in vulnerable parts of the world, including the EECCA region.

CAN EECCA announces call for application to “Climate Dialogues”

Climate Dialogues is a project which aims to increase capacities of climate activists/experts in EECCA region as trainers through providing learning sessions on climate change, energy efficiency with decolonizing and gender justice perspectives as well as soft skills practices. Upon the arrival after the first event in Georgia, Tbilisi participants are expected to conduct trainings/learning…