5th Regional SIPA Webinar materials on Decarbonisation of Energy in Central Asia
On 18 September 2025, the Institute of Public Policy and Administration (IPPA) of the UCA hosted the 5th SIPA Regional Webinar in Central Asia, focusing on the state of energy decarbonization across the region. The webinar featured findings from the forthcoming study “Decarbonization of Energy in Central Asia,” which analyzes the progress made by Central […]
Read MoreSIPA background study: Decarbonisation of Energy in Central Asia
Dr. Ablay Dosmaganbetov, Nagima Shukurbekova, Gulrukhsor Vanjieva This background study examines the progress of six Central Asian countries in reducing CO₂ emissions in the energy sector, analysing investment trends from 2008 to 2023. While carbon-intensive infrastructure remains dominant, the study highlights increasing momentum for low-carbon energy projects. The report combines policy review and investment analysis […]
Read MoreRoundtable Energy Transition in Kazakhstan: From National to Regional Policy Actions
University of Central Asia, together with Nazarbayev University, organised a roundtable to discuss the results of a recent study on public perceptions of the energy transition among citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan to achieve a “just transition.” The term “just transition” refers to both the environmental benefits of moving to green energy and the […]
Read More5th Regional SIPA Webinar in Central Asia: Decarbonisation of Energy in Central Asia
On 18th of September, 2025, the Institute of Public Policy and Administration (IPPA) of the UCA will host the fifth SIPA Regional Webinar on the status of energy decarbonisation efforts in Central Asia, drawing from the forthcoming paper “Decarbonisation of Energy in Central Asia”. The study examines the progress made by Central Asian countries in reducing CO₂ […]
Read MoreFinal Report: Enhancing the connectivity, sustainability, and resilience of regional freight transport in Central Asia
Published by The International Transport Forum at the OECD, this case-specific policy analysis focuses on large-scale regional freight transport infrastructure programmes and policy pathways for Central Asia, specifically Kazakhstan, Mongolia, and Uzbekistan. The study explores the region’s challenges in improving connectivity, addressing environmental concerns, and building resilience in the face of geopolitical tensions and post-pandemic […]
Read MoreDecarbonisation Projects Datasets
This resource provides access to curated datasets used in analyzing decarbonisation efforts across Central Asia. The datasets focus on two key sectors: transport and energy. The datasets contain detailed information on projects within these sectors that contribute to emission reductions, including initiatives promoting low-carbon mobility and the transition to sustainable energy sources. All information has […]
Read More4th SIPA Webinar materials on Responsible Business Conduct (RBC) and Sustainable Finance in the context of Sustainable Infrastructure
The 4th SIPA Regional Webinar, held on April 2, 2025, focused on how integrating Responsible Business Conduct (RBC) into infrastructure development can help attract higher-quality investments, strengthen sustainability outcomes, and minimize negative social and environmental impacts. The discussion emphasized the role of RBC in aligning business practices with long-term development goals in Central Asia and […]
Read MoreParticipation of the UCA SIPA Team in the SIPA-ITF Event
The UCA SIPA team contributed to the SIPA Policy Dialogue on Sustainable and Resilient Freight Connectivity in Central Asia, held on March 11–12, 2025, in Almaty, Kazakhstan. This high-level event, organized by the International Transport Forum (ITF), the Ministry of Transport of Kazakhstan, and UNESCAP, focused on strategies to enhance connectivity, sustainability, and resilience in […]
Read MoreRethinking Sustainability, Infrastructure, and Memory in Central Asia
Dr. Madina Junussova, a Senior Research Fellow at UCA’s Institute of Public Policy and Administration (IPPA), recently took part in the Lisbon CESS and ESCAS joint conference. During the session Rethinking Sustainability, Infrastructure, and Memory in Central Asia, she presented her research titled Decarbonizing Transport in Central Asia: Achieving a Sustainable Transition. Her presentation garnered […]
Read MoreDecarbonizing Transport in Central Asia: Achieving a Sustainable Transition
Dr. Madina Junussova, Saniya Soltybayeva This policy brief emphasizes the need for Central Asian (CA) countries to adapt their transport infrastructure in line with their decarbonization commitments. The transport sector, particularly road transport, remains one of the main sources of greenhouse gas emissions in CA, accounting for more than 80% of CO2 emissions in the […]
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