The project is implemented by the Public Foundation “Institute for Sustainable Development Strategy” (ISDS) in partnership with CAN EECCA.
Mountain regions of Central Asia are increasingly facing the impacts of climate change. In response, the project “Regional Climate Dialogue for the Development of Mountain Regions” has been launched to strengthen regional cooperation within the CAN EECCA network.
The project brings together civil society organizations, the expert community, and representatives of local communities to jointly develop practical solutions for climate adaptation in mountain regions. Its key objective is to enhance the participation of non-state actors in climate policymaking and to increase the visibility and role of the EECCA region in the international climate agenda.
The initiative also contributes to preparations for the Second Global Mountain Summit “Bishkek+25,” planned for 2027 as the final milestone of the Mountain Five-Year Framework.
Anara Alymkulova, Director of ISDS:
“The main goal of the Public Foundation Institute for Sustainable Development Strategy (ISDS) is to promote sustainable development and preserve the biological and cultural diversity of Kyrgyzstan by combining traditional environmental knowledge with innovative practices and strengthening the capacity of mountain communities.”
Climate Dialogues Platform
The Climate Dialogues are one of the fastest-growing regional initiatives of the CAN EECCA network and its members. The platform creates space for open exchange, joint learning, and the strengthening of the professional climate community across Eastern Europe, the Caucasus, and Central Asia.
“Our organization has been a member of CAN EECCA since 2018, and I have personally participated in three Climate Dialogues. The first, held in 2022, took place online, while the following two were successfully hosted in Tbilisi, Georgia.
This is one of the first platforms in the Eastern Europe, Caucasus, and Central Asia region that brings together civil society organizations, experts, researchers, civic activists, and government representatives for meaningful exchange and community building. Since its launch, the Climate Dialogues have engaged more than 200–300 participants from diverse stakeholder groups,” said Anara Alymkulova.
Thematic Webinar Series
As part of the project, a series of expert webinars will address key challenges facing mountain regions in Central Asia:
Webinar 1: Glacier melt and water security in Central Asia: challenges and adaptation scenarios
Webinar 2: The role of local communities and traditional knowledge in climate resilience of mountain regions
Webinar 3: Regional cooperation and climate diplomacy: pathways to joint solutions and preparation for “Bishkek+25”
Information about the fourth webinar will be announced soon.
If you would like to join the webinars or the working group, please follow the link and register here.
