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Rogun HPP: what could be the best alternative to the world's highest dam?

The authors of the study believe that in order to make an informed decision regarding the final implementation of the project, a detailed comparison of alternative energy development options for Tajikistan should be conducted, taking into account the impact on nature and society. According to them, only such an approach will help choose the most effective option for completing the construction, which will minimize risks and enhance the economic return from the $6.4 billion investment required for the construction of the 335-meter-high dam.

12:07 December 19, 2024

ADB to support Turkmenistan’s green transformation with renewable energy project

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) plans to provide technical support for a project aimed at implementing integrated renewable energy solutions to accelerate Turkmenistan’s "green" transformation. According to Trend, citing the ADB, the project will contribute to the country's environmental sustainability and strengthen its position in the global transition to renewable energy sources.

13:40 December 17, 2024

Turkmen experts participate in the preparation of the Caspian Sea ecosystem restoration project

From December 4 to 6, meetings were held in Astana as part of a pre-assessment visit by the World Bank for the preparation of the project "Caspian Sea Ecosystem Restoration: Building Capacity in Pollution Management and Biodiversity Conservation" ("Blueing the Caspian Sea"), which is funded by grants from the Global Environment Facility

20:55 December 11, 2024

International experts to discuss inclusion of the Caspian branch of the Silk Road in UNESCO's World Heritage List

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in collaboration with the National Commission of Turkmenistan for UNESCO, is scheduled to hold this event on December 6-7. Representatives from prestigious international and regional organizations, as well as research centers from various countries, are expected to attend.

08:19 November 30, 2024

At COP29, the UAE presented the world’s first AI-based tool for farmers

At the UN Climate Change Conference (COP29) in Baku, the United Arab Emirates introduced the world’s first ChatGPT-based tool designed for the agricultural community. It’s called "CHAG" (Chat + Ag).

11:03 November 18, 2024

Turkmenistan is interested in exploring hydrogen production technologies, leveraging Hungary's experience

Hungarian Ambassador to Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan, József Rózsa, noted in an interview with Trend that both countries are interested in advancing hydrogen technologies, which play an essential role in the transition to clean energy.

18:30 November 12, 2024

National Tree Planting and Harvest Festival: Turkmenistan Celebrates Farmers' Success

Today, November 9, Turkmenistan is holding a nationwide tree planting event. Additionally, tomorrow, November 10, the country will widely celebrate the Harvest Festival to honor the fruitful work of the Turkmen people. This announcement was made during a Cabinet of Ministers meeting.

08:00 November 09, 2024

Applications are being accepted for the OSCE Youth Seminar “Drops of the Future”

The Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, in collaboration with the Swiss Confederation, is organizing a youth seminar titled "Drops of the Future" on the theme "Water-Food-Energy" on 29-30 January 2025, in Ashgabat.

16:00 November 05, 2024

A Record Volume of Water Flows into the Caspian Sea

Since the beginning of the year, 16.7 billion cubic meters of water have been directed to the Caspian Sea via the Ural Rive

15:50 November 05, 2024

UNDP to hold eco-festival in Turkmenistan

UNDP in Turkmenistan invites the residents of Dashoguz city, including active youth, to participate in the Ecological Festival "Development of Ecological Culture," held in honor of the Harvest Festival.

13:06 November 05, 2024

Russia engages in talks with Turkmenistan on the transfer of wild leopards

According to estimates by the Central Asian Mammal Initiative, Turkmenistan is home to the world’s second-largest population of the Persian leopard (Panthera pardus) after Iran

15:30 November 02, 2024

Turkmen Delegation Participates in UNDP educational events in Kazakhstan focused on environmental awareness and climate challenges

From October 27 to November 1, 2024, significant educational events organized by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) took place in Almaty, Republic of Kazakhstan. The events included the 3rd International Teachers’ Conference, the 2nd International School Festival, and the 1st Climate School. Delegations from nine countries, including Turkmenistan, participated in the events, where participants actively discussed the environmental agenda and the role of education in sustainable development

11:19 November 01, 2024

ADNOC: Turkmenistan plays a very important role in the global transition to a low-carbon future

At the international conference " Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan - 2024", Abdulla Al Shamsi, ADNOC Senior Vice President for International Business, Gas and LNG, expressed gratitude for the opportunity to represent the company's largest delegation at this significant event. He also noted that for the first time, ADNOC has a stand at the OGT exhibition.

17:30 October 24, 2024

Dragon Oil to enhance hydrocarbon recovery in Turkmenistan with new technologies

Dragon Oil’s CEO, Ali Rashid Al Jarwan, spoke to a correspondent from the Orient news website during the 29th International Conference and Exhibition "Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan" (OGT-2024) about the key areas of cooperation with the Turkmen government, strategic projects, and the company's future plans.

12:00 October 24, 2024

China tightens regulation of marine water discharges

To protect the marine environment, China has tightened regulations on wastewater discharges into the sea.

15:04 October 22, 2024

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