AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoBiodiversity Planning: UNDP and the Global Environment Facility backed a two-day national seminar in Ashgabat to update Turkmenistan’s National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan for 2026–2035 and prepare the 7th national report to the Convention on Biological Diversity, bringing together ministries, scientists, business and civil society. WWF Partnership: Turkmenistan signed a cooperation Memorandum of Understanding with WWF to protect biodiversity and endangered species, strengthen specially protected areas, expand biodiversity monitoring, and restore populations of the Persian leopard, kulan, Bukhara deer, goitered gazelle and Amu Darya shovelnose sturgeon, with work on ecological corridors and buffer zones planned for 2026–2030. Methane Action: New UN-linked reporting says Turkmenistan has started eliminating major “super-emitter” methane leaks, with eight cases stopped after repairs, as satellite alerts continue to scrutinize emissions and climate impact. Youth Eco-Engagement: The “Green Partnership” eco-event in Ashgabat Mall brought together young people for waste-reduction and upcycling discussions, interactive environmental games, and a push for greener, safer cities. Aral Sea Warning: NASA imagery highlights how Aral Sea shrinkage accelerated after river diversions, leaving exposed desert and dust—an ongoing reminder of how fast human activity can reshape ecosystems.
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