News about ecology
Mass swan deaths recorded near Aktau
Tengrinews.kz — A mass die-off of swans has been recorded near Aktau, in the village of Saina Shapagatova, citing Lada.kz.
26 March 11:35
Odd and even day driving: Kazakhstan studies China's experience
Tengrinews.kz – Kazakhstan is considering the possibility of limiting car movement based on odd and even days to improve the ecological situation
12 March 09:46
Kazhydromet comments on reports about “acid clouds” approaching from Iran
Tengrinews.kz — The press service of RSE Kazhydromet has commented on circulating claims that so-called “acid clouds” have allegedly formed
10 March 11:57
Tigers will return to Kazakhstan this spring
Tengrinews.kz – Kazakhstan continues preparations for one of the most discussed environmental projects of recent years – the reintroduction
25 February 20:18
Snow leopards getting closer to Almaty: Experts explain the phenomenon
Tengrinews.kz – Residents of Almaty and tourists are increasingly sharing photos of snow leopards. The rare big cats are seen on roads leading
20 February 17:46
Water returns to the Aral Sea
Tengrinews.kz – Water is returning to the Aral Sea. According to the latest data, the volume of water in the Small Aral Sea has increased to
12 February 14:20
Foreign volunteers will join Caspian and Aral restoration efforts
Tengrinews.kz – Volunteers from other countries will be invited to take part in upcoming environmental initiatives aimed at protecting the Caspian
30 January 16:02
Kazakhstan’s most harmful city for health has been named
Tengrinews.kz — It has been revealed which city in Kazakhstan recorded the most polluted air in December 2025. The data was provided by Kazhydromet.
22 January 19:15
Shymkent once again blanketed by an unpleasant odor
Tengrinews.kz – The problem of an unpleasant smell has reappeared in Shymkent. Conspiracy theories have even emerged linking it to the fog that
09 January 10:14
“Otherwise it will affect the quality of life of Kazakhstanis”: Tokayev issues instruction on waste recycling
Tengrinews.kz – Speaking at a meeting on the development of Astana, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said it is necessary to accelerate the formation
24 December 2025 20:34
“It’s simply disgraceful”: Tokayev sharply criticizes situation in Borovoe
Tengrinews.kz – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has instructed the government to create eco-parks near Astana.
24 December 2025 19:59
“This will reduce pollution”: Tokayev tasks government and Almaty authorities with energy upgrades
Tengrinews.kz – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has outlined a number of near-term priorities for the development of Kazakhstan’s energy sector,
17 December 2025 16:14
Caspian issue requires urgent action, Tokayev says
Tengrinews.kz – Speaking at the Kazakhstan–Iran Business Forum in Astana, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev addressed the issue of preserving the Caspian
12 December 2025 11:41
Almaty residents call for a quiet New Year’s Eve without fireworks
Tengrinews.kz – In Kazakhstan’s social media, Almaty residents have begun calling for a New Year celebration without fireworks.
09 December 2025 22:15
Almaty is expecting a significant environmental improvement
Tengrinews.kz – Environmental improvement is expected in Almaty: heavy precipitation and stronger winds will help disperse smog and reduce the
09 December 2025 11:56
Why winter in Kazakhstan began without snow this year
Tengrinews.kz – The first day of winter arrived unusually warm and snowless across most of Kazakhstan. Not only is there no snow cover — there
01 December 2025 17:11
Scientists warn Caspian Sea may eventually split into two separate lakes
Tengrinews.kz – Researchers from the Institute of Geography at the National Academy of Sciences of Azerbaijan say the ongoing retreat of the
25 November 2025 11:02
Kazakh woman outraged by piles of trash at popular reservoir
Tengrinews.kz - Kapshagay Reservoir, one of the most visited leisure spots near Almaty, is facing growing environmental problems as large piles
19 November 2025 22:07
“Strong burning smell” in Almaty: Environmental authorities conduct air tests
Tengrinews.kz – Environmental specialists, sanitary inspectors and Kazhydromet experts conducted urgent air quality checks in Almaty after residents
30 October 2025 19:09
Strange pungent smell envelops Almaty
Tengrinews.kz – Residents of various districts in Алматы awoke on the morning of 30 October to a strong smell of burning and scorched plastic,
30 October 2025 11:56
