Ecology-of-Bishkek

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Ecology of Bishkek
Understanding and addressing environmental challenges in
Kyrgyzstan's capital
Тургумбаев
Марсель
Камчыбеков
Кайрат
Арпачиев
Аслан

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Our Mission
Identify Problems
Find Solutions
Recognize the main environmental challenges facing our
Discover practical ways to solve these environmental
capital city
issues

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Problem 1: Air Quality
The Winter Smog Crisis
The Challenge
During winter, Bishkek often has the worst air quality in
the world due to stagnant conditions and pollution.
Root Causes
Burning coal for heating in homes
Old cars with high emissions
City's location creates no wind
Clean Energy
Industrial Filters
Green Transport
Switch from coal to gas or electricity
Install filters on factory chimneys
Promote electric cars and bicycles

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Problem 2: Waste Management
The Burning Landfill Crisis
The Issue
The city generates excessive trash, and the main landfill frequently catches fire,
creating toxic smoke.
Why It Happens
No modern recycling plant exists, and residents don't sort their waste properly.
01
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Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
Government Infrastructure
Sort plastic, glass, and paper at home
Build waste-to-energy plants
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Stop Plastic
Use cloth bags instead of plastic

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Problem 3: Vanishing Green Spaces
The Lost Heritage
Bishkek was once called the "Greenest City," but trees are being cut down for new construction and roads.
What's Causing It
Illegal construction projects
Lack of watering systems for parks
Urban development prioritizing buildings over nature
Green Belts
Tree Protection Laws
Community Planting
Create protective green zones around the city perimeter
Enforce strict penalties for cutting mature trees
Volunteer in Ashar events to plant new saplings

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Problem 4: Water Resources
The Broken Aryk System
The Problem
The "Aryk" canal system is broken or filled with trash. Trees don't receive enough water for
survival.
The Causes
Poor maintenance of infrastructure and pollution of Ala-Archa and Alamedin rivers from
industrial waste.
Regular Cleaning
Clean canals consistently to prevent blockages
Smart Irrigation
Use water carefully and efficiently
River Protection
Prevent industrial waste from contaminating water sources

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Action Plan: What Can We Do?
Category
Individual Action
Community Action
Transport
Walk or use a scooter for short trips
Demand better bike lanes and
infrastructure
Waste
Use reusable water bottles and bags
Organize neighborhood cleanup days
Energy
Insulate windows to retain heat
Support green energy projects

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Together, We Can
Transform Bishkek
Bishkek's ecology is a complex puzzle. We need to stop blaming others and start taking small steps
ourselves.
Plant One Tree
Sort Your Trash
Every citizen planting a single tree makes a
difference
Proper waste sorting transforms our city
Take Action
Small steps by everyone create lasting change

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Thank You for Your
Attention!
Completed by a student of grade 10G