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The ban on the export of catalytic converters to the Kyrgyz Republic may be extended for another six months.
Ecology

The ban on the export of catalytic converters to the Kyrgyz Republic may be extended for another six months.

The Ministry of Economy and Commerce has presented a draft resolution that proposes a ban on the export from the Kyrgyz Republic of used catalysts, as well as slag, ash, and residues of precious metals contained in these catalysts. The discussion of this document is taking place at the public level. The aim of this project is to protect the health of the population and the ecosystem of the country, which should help reduce air pollution caused by emissions from motor vehicles. The problem of

19.01.2026, 19:49
Ecology

The Ministry of Natural Resources collected samples of industrial emissions from the waste processing plant at the landfill.

On January 19, specialists from the Department of Environmental Monitoring under the Ministry of Natural Resources collected emission samples at the waste processing plant located at the sanitary landfill in Bishkek. The press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources reported that the purpose of these studies is to assess the impact of this enterprise on the environment.

19.01.2026, 18:16
Ecology

The population is growing, but the wastewater treatment facilities remain the same; in district cities, the problem is even more complicated, - head of the Ministry of Natural Resources

Wastewater treatment facilities remain one of the key issues, especially in the context of a growing population. According to the head of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Meder Mashiev, in an interview with AKIpress, the increase in the number of residents in large settlements leads to a rise in consumption, while the treatment facilities remain unchanged. The minister noted that many treatment facilities in small towns were built back in the Soviet era.

19.01.2026, 17:59
Does the factory at the sanitary polygon in Bishkek harm the environment? Checked by the Ministry of Natural Resources.
Ecology

Does the factory at the sanitary polygon in Bishkek harm the environment? Checked by the Ministry of Natural Resources.

On January 19, 2026, specialists from the Department of Environmental Monitoring conducted sampling of industrial emissions at the waste processing plant located on the territory of the municipal sanitary landfill in Bishkek. This became known from a statement by the Ministry of Natural Resources of the Kyrgyz Republic. The main goal of this study is to analyze the impact of the enterprise on the environmental situation in the region. During the monitoring, laboratory tests are conducted on

19.01.2026, 17:49
Ecology

In Bishkek, no precipitation, fog at night and in the morning — weather forecast for January 20

According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, snowfall is expected in some regions on the night of January 20. During the day, snow is possible in Chui, Issyk-Kul, and Naryn regions, as well as in the foothills and mountains of Jalal-Abad region, while no precipitation is anticipated in the rest of the territory. Fog may be observed in some areas at night and in the morning, and there may be snow cover and ice on the roads. The wind will blow from the west at a speed of 4-9 m/s. Temperature

19.01.2026, 15:03
Ecology

In the Alamedin District, a man was fined for illegal hunting of pheasants

In the Alamedin district, as part of a raid initiated based on received operational information, inspectors from the Regional Office of the Ecological Supervision Service for Bishkek and the Alamedin district detained a man engaged in illegal hunting of pheasants. This raid took place on January 17 in the Bek-Tuu area of the village of Kara-Jyghach. The identified violator was fined 12,500 soms in accordance with part 263 of the Code of Offenses, which regulates violations of hunting rules.

19.01.2026, 12:16
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In Kaindy, the Municipal Enterprise "Kaindy Service" was fined for discharging sewage.

On January 15, inspectors from the Chui Regional Department of the Ecological and Technical Supervision Service went to the city of Kainy for an inspection due to a publication on social media made on January 14. During the inspection, it was found that the municipal enterprise "Kainy Service," operating under the city administration, was illegally discharging sewage into the surrounding area.

19.01.2026, 11:24
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Storm Warning: Avalanches and Icy Conditions Expected in the Mountain Regions of Kyrgyzstan on January 18-19

From January 18 to 19, a sharp deterioration in weather conditions is expected in Kyrgyzstan: snowfall is anticipated in some areas, as well as intense precipitation. As a result, there may be wet snow accumulation on wires and trees, reports Kyrgyzhydromet. Fog conditions are also observed. Snow drifts and ice slicks will form on the roads, and snow drifts are possible in mountainous areas. An increase in the western wind is expected, with speeds reaching 15-20 m/s.

18.01.2026, 14:51
Ecology

Snow in some areas, no precipitation in the rest of the territory — weather forecast for January 19

Weather forecast for January 19 in Kyrgyzstan. On the night of January 19, snow is expected in the Issyk-Kul region, while no precipitation is anticipated in the rest of the country. During the day, snow may fall in some areas of the Osh, Jalal-Abad, Batken, and Naryn regions, while the remaining regions will also remain dry. Fog is possible in some places. Snow drifts and ice will be observed on the roads. The wind will be from the west at a speed of 4-9 m/s, but in the west of Lake Issyk-Kul,

18.01.2026, 14:43
Ecology

Snow is expected overnight in most of the country — weather forecast for January 18

Weather conditions in Kyrgyzstan on January 18. During the night, snowfall is expected across most of the country. During the day, snow is also possible in some areas of Chui, Jalal-Abad, Issyk-Kul, and Naryn regions, while no precipitation is forecasted for Talas, Osh, and Batken regions. Due to the snowfall, snow drifts and ice patches will form on the roads. The wind will blow from the west at a speed of 4-9 m/s, while in the western part of Issyk-Kul Lake, its speed will reach 15-20 m/s,

17.01.2026, 11:24
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Storm Warning: Avalanches and Ice Slicks Expected in the Mountainous Regions of Kyrgyzstan on January 17-18

According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, a sharp deterioration in weather conditions is predicted in Kyrgyzstan on January 17: snow is expected, with intense precipitation in some areas. Wet snow will accumulate on wires and trees. In some regions, fog may occur. Snow drifts and icy conditions will form on the roads, and snow drifts are expected in mountainous areas. The strengthening of the western wind may reach 15-20 m/s.

17.01.2026, 11:02
Ecology

The deputy inquired about the funds allocated to Bishkek in 2013-2015 for the waste processing plant.

At the off-site meeting of the parliamentary factions "Mekenchil" and "Ata Jurt" on January 16, Deputy Nurlan Azygaliev raised the issue of funding allocated to Bishkek from 2013 to 2015 for the implementation of the waste processing plant project. The deputy pointed out the amount of 22 million euros, of which 3 million euros were grants, 11 million were provided by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, and the remaining 8 million came from another donor.

16.01.2026, 20:46
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Fighting Smog. Deputies Proposed Banning Gasoline Cars and Transitioning the Private Sector to Smokeless Fuels

On January 16, at the off-site meeting of the parliamentary groups of the Jogorku Kenesh "Mekentchil" and "Ata Jurt," deputies Burun Amanova and Mahabat Mavlyanova discussed measures to combat smog in Bishkek. Amanova noted that it is worth considering the experience of some cities in China, where bans on the movement of gasoline vehicles have already been introduced.

16.01.2026, 19:02
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Mountain of garbage at the old landfill. The Bishkek city hall promises it will disappear.

At the off-site meeting of the parliamentary groups of the Jogorku Kenesh "Mekentchil" and "Ata Jurt" on January 16, Deputy Alisher Kozyuev raised the issue of the garbage mountain at the old landfill in Bishkek and the possibility of its disposal, addressing Mayor Aibek Junushaliev. In raising this issue, Kozyuev noted that the landfill periodically catches fire, and the wind carries garbage to nearby settlements, leading to a deterioration in air quality.

16.01.2026, 17:35
Ecology

In the Issyk-Kul Region, winter feeding of white swans was conducted

In the Issyk-Kul region, specialists from the Ecological Supervision Service have provided supplementary feeding for the white swans that winter on Lake Issyk-Kul. According to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Nature, there is a reduction in the natural food base during the winter period, which makes it important to ensure stable and safe nutrition for these birds.

16.01.2026, 17:01
Ecology

A 400-meter fishing net was retrieved from Issyk-Kul

On January 16, in the waters of Lake Issyk-Kul, employees of the Issyk-Kul Regional Department of the Environmental and Technical Supervision Service, which is part of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, conducted a raid. This was reported by the press service of the agency. During the inspection, inspectors discovered and retrieved an old synthetic fishing net of Chinese manufacture, approximately 400 meters long, which was being used illegally. It is noted

16.01.2026, 16:51
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In the Karatal-Japyrik Nature Reserve, feeding of wild animals was conducted

In the Karatal-Japyrik State Nature Reserve, located in the Karatal area, regular winter feeding of wild ungulates was organized on January 13 and 14. According to the press service of the Ministry of Nature, reserve staff placed feed, collected during the summer-autumn period, in specially designated areas, including hay, branch feed, and salt.

16.01.2026, 16:21
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The new waste plant in Bishkek will not be able to handle waste from neighboring districts, - the mayor

At the off-site meeting of the parliamentary groups "Mekentchil" and "Ata Jurt" on January 16, the mayor of Bishkek, Aybek Junushaliev, stated that the eco-technological plant for processing solid household waste will not be able to accept garbage from neighboring districts of the Chui region. According to him, the plant's capacity is 850 tons per day; however, currently, it receives between 1200 to 1500 tons of waste. Additionally, there is a separate stream of

16.01.2026, 16:10
Ecology

The deputy demanded to strengthen sanitary control over garbage trucks in Bishkek

At the off-site meeting of the parliamentary groups "Mekentchil" and "Ata Jurt" of the Jogorku Kenesh held on January 16, Deputy Gulnara Baatyrova raised the issue of the sanitation of vehicles involved in waste removal from the capital. City Mayor Aibek Junushaliev noted that previously, the necessity of washing specialized equipment was relevant, as the vehicles could sometimes enter the city with dirt brought from the landfill.

16.01.2026, 15:31
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The Ministry of Natural Resources fined the "Avangard 2" hotel 28,000 soms for smoke emissions.

The Ecological Supervision Service under the Ministry of Natural Resources conducted an inspection in Bishkek at the corners of Ogonbaeva and Kurmanjan Datka streets due to reports on social media about significant smoke on January 14. According to the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, during the inspection it was established that the source of the smoke is the "Avangard 2" hotel located at the specified address.

16.01.2026, 14:58
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The number of pheasants is increasing at Issyk-Kul. About 1200 pheasants have been recorded in the Ak-Suu district.

In the Issyk-Kul region, there is a gradual recovery of the pheasant population, which had significantly decreased in the past. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources. “In winter, pheasants face the greatest difficulties. Due to the reduction of their natural food base, these birds require additional support,” the message states.

16.01.2026, 14:58
Feeding of Wintering White Swans Organized at Issyk-Kul
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Feeding of Wintering White Swans Organized at Issyk-Kul

Support for wintering white swans has been organized in the Issyk-Kul region, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the information from the department, inspectors from the ecological and technical service of the Issyk-Kul region conducted a feeding campaign for swans along the shores of Issyk-Kul to protect wildlife and its inhabitants.

16.01.2026, 13:50
The number of pheasants is increasing in the Issyk-Kul region
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The number of pheasants is increasing in the Issyk-Kul region

In the Issyk-Kul region, there is a positive trend in the increase of pheasant populations, which has been made possible by the implemented measures for wildlife conservation. This information was provided by the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the ministry's data, in recent years, there has been a growth in the populations of various animals and birds, including the recovery of pheasant numbers, which had previously

16.01.2026, 12:44
Ecology

Storm Warning: Intense Precipitation, Icing, and Wind Strengthening in Kyrgyzstan on January 16-17

According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, on January 16 during the day and January 17, there will be sharp changes in weather conditions in Kyrgyzstan: snowfall is expected, with intense precipitation in some areas. As a result, there may be wet snow accumulation on trees and power lines. Fog will be observed in certain areas. Snow drifts and ice patches will form on the roads, and in mountainous regions, snow drifts are possible. An increase in the western wind is also forecasted, with

16.01.2026, 11:29
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In most of Kyrgyzstan, snow; fog in some areas — weather forecast for January 17

According to the information from Kyrgyzhydromet, on January 17, the weather in Kyrgyzstan will be characterized by snowfall. Precipitation is expected across most of the territory at night, including heavy rain in the Chui, Jalal-Abad, and Issyk-Kul regions. Snowfall is also forecasted during the day, with particularly heavy precipitation in the Issyk-Kul region. Snow drifts and icy conditions may occur on the roads, and fog will be observed in some areas. The wind will blow from the west at a

16.01.2026, 11:27
In the "Karatala-Zhapyrik" Reserve, winter feeding of wild animals was conducted
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In the "Karatala-Zhapyrik" Reserve, winter feeding of wild animals was conducted

Information about the winter feeding of wild ungulates in the 'Karatala-Japyrik' reserve was received from the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of Kyrgyzstan. These activities took place on January 13-14 in the Karatash area. The specialists of the agency prepared and placed feed collected during the summer-autumn period, including hay, branch feed, and salt, in specially designated locations.

16.01.2026, 11:09
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The Ministry of Natural Resources plans to take samples of air, soil, and water in the area of the landfill.

The Department of Environmental Control of the Ministry of Natural Resources has submitted a request for access to the landfill area, including the eco-technological plant that processes solid household waste into electricity. This was reported by Asel Raimkulova, Deputy Minister of Natural Resources, at an off-site meeting of the parliamentary groups "Mekenchil" and "Ata Jurt." “We continuously monitor the air quality in the area of the landfill. In the near future, we plan

16.01.2026, 10:23
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The Cabinet approved the procedure for cleaning the bottom of Issyk-Kul from debris using special equipment

The Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev, has signed the procedure for deep cleaning of the beach areas and the bottom of Lake Issyk-Kul from household waste using specialized equipment. According to Cabinet Resolution No. 1 dated January 13, 2026, this decision has been made within the framework of the presidential decree regarding urgent measures for the protection of the ecology of Lake Issyk-Kul.

16.01.2026, 10:12
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In most of Kyrgyzstan, snow — weather forecast for January 16

According to the data from Kyrgyzhydromet, snow will be observed in most areas of the Talas region during the night of January 16, as well as in parts of the Chui, Jalal-Abad, Batken, Issyk-Kul, and Naryn regions. No precipitation is expected in the Osh region. During the day, rain and snow are expected in the Chui, Talas, Jalal-Abad, and Batken regions, while snowfall will continue in the mountainous areas. On mountain and foothill sections of the roads, snow drifts and ice patches may occur,

15.01.2026, 13:59
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In the Alamedin District, a case of illegal waste burning has been identified, - Environmental Supervision Service

In the village of Tash-Moynok in the Alamudun district, on January 13, inspectors from the Regional Department of the Ecological Supervision Service for Bishkek and the Alamudun district conducted an on-site inspection in response to a video appeal regarding the illegal burning of waste. According to information provided by the Ecological Supervision Service, the burning of waste did indeed take place. The fire was completely extinguished.

15.01.2026, 10:45
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The Environmental Supervision Service identified unauthorized garbage dumps in the Sokuluk and Jayil districts.

During the inspection activities conducted by the inspectors of the Chui Regional Office of the Ecological and Technical Supervision Service, cases of unauthorized landfills were recorded. According to information provided by the Ecological and Technical Supervision Service, such landfills were discovered in the village of Kun-Tuu, located in the Sokuluk district, as well as in the village of Sary-Koo in the Jayil district.

15.01.2026, 10:38
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The Environmental Supervision Service identified a waste fire at a private enterprise in the city of Manas

Based on the information received, representatives of the Jalal-Abad Regional Department of the Ecological and Technical Supervision Service conducted an inspection at the private enterprise OsOO "MPZ Jalal-Abad" in the city of Manas. According to the information provided by the service, during the inspection, it was revealed that a spontaneous combustion of white clay (ak topurak) occurred on the company's premises. This phenomenon happened under the influence of sunlight and

15.01.2026, 09:21
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The cold in Kyrgyzstan will be brought by an Arctic anticyclone forming over Novaya Zemlya, meteorologists say.

Meteorology specialists warn of the formation of a powerful cold anticyclone moving south from the New Siberian Islands. On January 16-17, this anticyclone will cause a sharp drop in temperatures in Central Asia, including Kyrgyzstan. This atmospheric phenomenon will be accompanied by the influx of Arctic air masses, leading to a significant decrease in air temperature.

14.01.2026, 18:38
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The snow leopard caught in Kemin has been released into the wild. Photos and videos

The snow leopard, caught in the village of Boroldoy, was returned to the wild in the Chon-Kemin State Nature Park. This became known thanks to the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources. It was previously reported that on the night of December 30, the snow leopard entered the property of a local resident in Boroldoy, located in the Kemin district. After its capture, the animal was temporarily placed in a wildlife rehabilitation center, which is part of the German Nature Conservation

14.01.2026, 18:13