On 1st April 2026, the Institute of Public Policy and Administration (IPPA) of the UCA hosted the 6th SIPA Regional Webinar in Central Asia, focusing on climate action and energy systems. It focused on the evolving landscape of climate action policies, public perceptions of energy transition, and the future of energy systems in Central Asia. As countries in the region work toward low-carbon development pathways, they face the challenge of balancing climate commitments with economic development, energy security, and public acceptance of transition policies.
Dr. Kanat Tilekeyev, Associate Director and Senior Research Fellow at IPPA UCA, and Peline Atamer, Senior Policy Analyst and Head of Unit at the OECD, opened the session with welcoming remarks.
The webinar featured the following presentations:
- Daniel Nachtigall, Economist, and Elena Rick Spearman, Data Analyst from the Environmental Performance and Information Division of the OECD Environment Directorate, presented their study ‘Measuring Climate Action in Central Asia and Mongolia’;
- Dr. Madina Junussova, Senior Research Fellow at IPPA UCA, shared insights from her work on ‘Measuring Climate Action Through People’s Eyes: Evidence from Kazakhstan’s Energy Transition’, highlighting policy dynamics and implementation challenges.
- Dr. Kanat Tilekeyev, Associate Director and Senior Research Fellow at IPPA UCA, delivered a presentation on The Future of Kyrgyzstan’s Energy Sector, outlining key trends, opportunities, and considerations for the country’s long‑term energy strategy.
This webinar is part of the implementation of the Sustainable Infrastructure Programme in Asia (SIPA), led by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) and funded by the German Government. SIPA supports countries in Central and Southeast Asia in aligning their infrastructure investments in energy, transport, and industry with low-emission development pathways compatible with the Paris Agreement and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Webinar Agenda
Webinar Recording
Measuring Climate Action in Central Asia and Mongolia
Daniel Nachtigall, Economist, and Elena Rick Spearman, Data Analyst, Environmental Performance and Information Division, OECD Environment Directorate
Daniel Nachtigall, Economist, and Elena Rick Spearman, Data Analyst, Environmental Performance and Information Division, OECD Environment Directorate
Measuring Climate Action Through People’s Eyes: Evidence from Kazakhstan’s Energy Transition
Dr Madina Junussova, Senior Research Fellow, Institute of Public Policy and Administration, UCA
Dr Madina Junussova, Senior Research Fellow, Institute of Public Policy and Administration, UCA
Kyrgyzstan’s Energy Sector Future: Decarbonization and Systematic Dependency
Dr Kanat Tilekeyev, Associate Director and Senior Research Fellow, Institute of Public Policy and Administration, UCA
Dr Kanat Tilekeyev, Associate Director and Senior Research Fellow, Institute of Public Policy and Administration, UCA
