Project
Aral Sea Project
A regional initiative focused on restoration, climate adaptation and sustainable livelihoods in communities affected by the Aral Sea crisis.
Project Overview
The Aral Sea Project supports practical, cross-border cooperation between public institutions, researchers, local communities and development partners. It combines ecosystem-oriented measures with socio-economic interventions to improve resilience in areas affected by desertification, water scarcity and health risks linked to the Aral Sea disaster.
The Challenge
Decades of ecological degradation in the Aral Sea basin have generated severe environmental, economic and social consequences, including land degradation, reduced agricultural productivity, public health pressures and limited livelihood opportunities. Fragmented governance and uneven capacities make integrated response difficult.
Objectives
Strengthen regional and local coordination on climate adaptation and water governance in the Aral Sea basin.
Support restoration and land management approaches that reduce environmental and health risks.
Promote sustainable livelihood opportunities for vulnerable communities, with a focus on women and youth.
Generate actionable policy and implementation recommendations for national and regional stakeholders.
Activity of the project
Conducting joint assessments on climate vulnerability, water use efficiency and livelihood gaps.
Piloting community-based restoration and adaptation measures in selected districts.
Facilitating policy dialogues and technical exchanges between Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan and international partners.
Producing evidence-based briefs, toolkits and communication materials to scale successful practices.