Almaty is strengthening its position as one of the country's leading tourist centers. According to the results of the third quarter of 2024, 366 accommodation facilities operated in the city, the number of rooms amounted to 11.4 thousand. The capacity of one-time admission exceeded 22.3 thousand places, and the volume of services provided increased by 27.6% and reached 70.2 billion tenge. In addition, tax revenues from hotel services doubled in January-November 2024 and reached 9.8 billion tenge.This year, thanks to private investments, 35 new accommodation facilities have been created in Almaty, including 20 hotels, 4 glamping sites, 8 hostels and 3 mini-hotels. A total of 836 rooms have been commissioned.In addition, new accommodation formats have appeared in the city, such as glamping and hostels. Among the new solutions are capsule hotels that offer small and modern living conditions. Various accommodation formats are also being introduced, taking into account the different needs of tourists.Currently, 30 new hotel construction projects are under control. The total investment volume is about 336.3 billion tenge. It is planned to build 4,415 rooms as part of these projects.:7 facilities under the number 1,125 are under construction (68.3 billion tenge);There are 23 facilities with the number 3,290 (268 billion tenge) at the design stage.Investors are interested in building a hotel, paying special attention to the development of hotel infrastructure rather than housing. This is due to the growing tourist potential of Almaty and the need to increase the number of rooms for comfortable accommodation of guests of the city.The implementation of the entire project is planned for 2027. This will significantly increase the number of rooms in the city, improve the quality and comfort of tourist services. Due to the development of the infrastructure, Almaty will continue to attract tourists and strengthen its position as an international Hospitality Center.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/911631

New Year's Eve in Almaty is full of miracles, especially for the young patients of the 2nd Children's Clinical Hospital. According to the established tradition, parents-climbers of the Kirov military-patriotic club will surprise children with their creative approach. The students of the club descended from the roof directly into the windows of the wards and gave the children a long-awaited holiday.The idea to congratulate children in such an unusual way began in 2017, since then the event has been held annually under the guidance of Bakytzhan Perimbetov, a teacher of primary military training, and with the support of the Department of Defense of Almaty city. This time, the winter wizard turned out to be not an adult- the role of Santa Claus was played by Parkhat Zinkal, a student of the 9th grade of the 110th gymnasium school. It was not the first time he had climbed peaks up to 4,000 meters with his platoon. .The appearance of Santa Claus through the window pleased both children and adults. The children of the military-patriotic club were happy to present gifts, and the children, in turn, delighted them with poems and songs.It is worth noting that the Kirov Club has been in existence for more than 8 years, and its students have repeatedly delighted the residents of the metropolis, descending from the roofs of high-rise buildings to wish the townspeople a Happy New Year.The young climbers proved that joy can be given not only with words, but also with unusual actions. Thanks to their initiative, the children who were forced to celebrate the New Year in the hospital felt the New Year's magic.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/912692

On New Year's Eve, the famous ethno-rock group "Ulytau" performed at Astana Square, delighting thousands of residents and guests of Almaty. Their virtuoso playing on the dombra, combined with the sound of rock, gave the audience an impressive evening. The festive event began with traditional and modern songs by the artists of the "Alatau" Traditional Arts Theater, which presented the audience with the richness of national culture. Popular musical groups and soloists also performed on stage. The audience was delighted with bright dance numbers, modern hits and heartfelt congratulations from the artists. The sparkling Christmas tree on the square, trees covered with garlands and various photo zones created a New Year's mood like in a real fairy tale.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/912693

A large-scale festive event is being held in Almaty for thousands of city residents and guests. Virtuoso jugglers, equilibrists, illusionists, funny clowns, as well as Santa Claus and Snow White performed on Astana Square and Abai Square, on Arbat and in the First President Park. They gave the audience a real New Year's atmosphere. The Almaty circus performers surprised the audience with a fire show: the artists juggled with flaming tools and performed various tricks, winning the hearts of the audience. The equilibrist, on the other hand, performed extremely complex tricks at a dizzying height, setting up a structure up to six meters high. The performance of Timur Spatayev, the champion of Asia and the Republic of Kazakhstan, an international master of sports in arm wrestling, was also impressive. His show of strength, including juggling heavy objects, hammering nails with his hands, and blowing up a heater like a balloon, became one of the highlights of the evening. The festive program included the art of trained dogs, entertainment numbers with the participation of clowns, magic shows by illusionists, and interactive contests. Santa Claus and Snow Maiden brought a festive mood to all participants, organized dances, played games, and congratulated the people of Almaty on the upcoming 2025.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/912695

Famous photographer Dmitry Dotsenko shared spectacular and colorful pictures of New Year's Almaty on his page on the social network. His lens captured colorful views of Arbat, Panfilov Street, Abay, Astana and Republic squares, as well as the bright park of the first president.On the eve of the New Year, Almaty was decorated in a special way. From the airport to the central squares, the city has completely taken on a festive look. About 300 sparkling structures were installed in the city, among which fairy-tale characters and festive decorations were depicted. In addition, 120 small architectural objects that were renovated last year were reused. The trees along the trunk are decorated with LED lights and garlands. In total, 1,500 light elements were installed throughout the city, of which 350 are the restored last year's bracket.It should be noted that the main New Year Tree of the metropolis with a height of 25 meters was installed on Abay square. This year, for the first time, the Christmas tree was made not in a frame, but in a classic style with a natural trunk. Six kilometers of garlands, colored balls and Christmas tree toys were used to decorate it.In addition, a new year's fair was organized on Abay Square, which will work until January 5. Here you can find souvenirs, crafts from craftsmen and festive decorations.Recall that today Almaty will host 3 large-scale concerts with the participation of pop stars: from 19:00 to 21:00 on Abay Square, a concert will be held with the participation of Berkut, Akbota-Nur, Gazizkhan Shekerbek, Diana Ismail, Kenzhebek Zhanabilov and other artists.A youth concert will also be held in front of the Nurly Tau business center from 18:00 to 21:00. DJ Slim, Altair&ABBi, 2RAR, Dakelot and Shokan Maratovich, soloist and producer of the boy band "all Davay", will perform there.The new year's concert on Astana Square will start at 21:00 and will last until January 1, 2025. At 00:00, a festive fireworks display will be organized.In honor of the celebration of the new year 2025, Yerseit Aliyev, Elbol Kuanbek, Ulzhan Aglakova, Chingiz Typhoon, Makvin, Orynkhan, 6ellucci, Markhaba Sabi, Moldanazar and RaiM will perform in front of the building of kBtu.https://www.instagram.com/p/DEPNU7gofog/?igsh=MTM4bzlqcG85eDR3Yw== Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/912694

1. The name of the organizer of the competition and the address of acceptance of applications for participation in the competition:In accordance with paragraphs 9, 11, 12, 14-16 of the Rules for the Management of Ownerless Waste, approved by Order No. 373 of the Minister of Ecology, Geology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated September 14, 2021 (hereinafter referred to as the Rules), a competition is being announced for the sale of hazardous waste (chemical waste, materials, reagents, raw materials) located on the territory of the former Aktau Plastics Plant in Aktau, Mangystau region, transferred to republican ownership (hereinafter referred to as the competition).Applications for participation in the competition are accepted at the address: Zhasyl Damu JSC, Astana, Yesil district, Kabanbai Batyr Avenue, building 11/5, office 407.2. Time and place of the contest:Astana city, Yesil district, Kabanbai Batyr Avenue, building 11/5, office 612 (conference hall) 15.00 hours on December 30, 2024.3. The beginning and the end of accepting applications for participation in the competition:The start of accepting applications for participation in the competition: from the date of publication of the announcement. The deadline for accepting applications for participation in the competition: 3 p.m. on December 27, 2024.4. The main conditions of the competition:Hazardous waste is sold at a price not lower than the estimated value determined in accordance with the current legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan on evaluation activities, in accordance with the conditions and procedure established by the Rules.5. Location and brief description of the hazardous waste facility submitted for the competition:Lot 1 – "Dimer-a-methylstyrene". Location: the territory of the former Aktau Plastics Plant in Aktau, Mangystau region, Industrial Zone No. 5, on the territory of Mangystau Industrial Park LLP, building 1009, compartment 38. Quantity: 7.7 tons. Estimated value: 79,171 tenge.Lot 2 – "Pyrocatechin purple". Location: the territory of the former Aktau Plastics Plant in Aktau, Mangystau region, Industrial Zone No. 5, on the territory of Mangystau Industrial Park LLP, building 1009, compartment 1. Quantity: 0.000187 tons. Estimated cost: 2 tenge.Lot 3 – "Terphenyls". Location: the territory of the former Aktau Plastics Plant in Aktau, Mangystau region, Industrial Zone No. 5, on the territory of Mangystau Industrial Park LLP, building 1009, compartment 38. Quantity: 2,113 tons. Estimated value: 82,276 tenge.Lot 4 – "Polypropylene". Location: the territory of the former Aktau Plastics Plant in Aktau, Mangystau region, Industrial Zone No. 5, on the territory of Mangystau Industrial Park LLP, building 1009, compartment 24. Quantity: 0.9 tons. Estimated cost: 50 tenge.Lot 5 – "Technical silica gel". Location: the territory of the former Aktau Plastics Plant in Aktau, Mangystau region, Industrial Zone No. 5, on the territory of Mangystau Industrial Park LLP, building 1009, compartment 1. Quantity: 0.016 tons. Estimated cost: 1 tenge.Lot 6 – "F-Potassium chloride". Location: the territory of the former Aktau Plastics Plant in Aktau, Mangystau region, Industrial Zone No. 5, on the territory of Mangystau Industrial Park LLP, building 1009, compartment 1. Quantity: 0.002 tons. Estimated cost: 1 tenge.Lot 7 – "Chromium oxide". Location: the territory of the former Aktau Plastics Plant in Aktau, Mangystau region, Industrial Zone No. 5, on the territory of Mangystau Industrial Park LLP, building 1009, compartment 1. Quantity: 0.000677 tons. Estimated cost: 1 tenge.Lot 8 – Pyridinium sulfate. Location: the territory of the former Aktau Plastics Plant in Aktau, Mangystau region, Industrial Zone No. 5, on the territory of Mangystau Industrial Park LLP, building 1009, compartment 1. Quantity: 0.09 tons. Estimated cost: 13 tenge.Lot 9 – "Specialized industrial fluorinated solution (solution of fluorosilicic acid)". Location: the territory of the former Aktau Plastics Plant in Aktau, Mangystau region, Industrial Zone No. 5, on the territory of Mangystau Industrial Park LLP, building 1009, compartment 3. Quantity: 0.016 tons. Estimated cost: 6 tenge.Lot 10 – "Ethazole (2-para-ainobenzenesulfamide) 5-ethyl 1,2,3,thiadozol". Location: the territory of the former Aktau Plastics Plant in Aktau, Mangystau region, Industrial Zone No. 5, on the territory of Mangystau Industrial Park LLP, building 1009, compartment 1. Quantity: 0.014 tons. Estimated cost: 1,462 tenge.Lot 11 – "N,N DIPHENYLGUANIDINE (sim-diphenylguanidine)". Location: the territory of the former Aktau Plastics Plant in Aktau, Mangystau region, Industrial Zone No. 5, on the territory of Mangystau Industrial Park LLP, building 1009, compartment 1. Quantity: 0.004 tons. Estimated cost: 3 tenge.Lot 12 – "3-picoline (beta-picoline, 3-methylpridine pure)". Location: the territory of the former Aktau Plastics Plant in Aktau, Mangystau region, Industrial Zone No. 5, on the territory of Mangystau Industrial Park LLP, building 1009, compartment 3. Quantity: 9 liters / 0.008 tons. Estimated cost: 43 tenge.6. The amount of the contribution for participation in the competition, which is one percent of the estimated value of the hazardous waste facility, indicating the details for its payment:Lot 1 – 791.71 tenge;Lot 2 – 0.02 tenge;Lot 3 – 822.76 tenge;Lot 4 – 0.5 tenge;Lot 5 – 0.01 tenge;Lot 6 – 0.01 tenge;Lot 7 – 0.01 tenge;Lot 8 – 0.13 tenge;Lot 9 – 0.06 tenge;Lot 10 – 14.62 tenge;Lot 11 – 0.03 tenge;Lot 12 – 0.43 tenge.Payment details for the participation fee:Zhasyl Damu Joint Stock CompanyBIN 040340008429BIC HSBKKZKXIIC KZ046017111000000107 Halyk Bank of Kazakhstan JSCVAT certificate: series 62001 No. 0028813 dated 04/18/2013, Kbe 167. Electronic link to receive a package of documents:https://cloud.mail.ru/public/wHWn/GCKVHLL8cContact person: Sarsenova Anar Ermekovna, tel.: +7 707 520 90 78 , Astana city, Yesil district, Kabanbai Batyr Avenue, building 11/5, office 407.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/905090

From December 4-6 this year, meetings were held in Astana as part of the World Bank's pre-assessment visit to prepare the project "Restoration of the ecosystem of the Caspian Sea: capacity building in the field of pollution management and conservation of biological diversity" ("Blueing the Caspian Sea"), funded by grants from the Global Environment Facility.This project is planned to be implemented in three Caspian littoral countries (Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan) with a total budget of $12 million and includes three main components: protection of the Caspian Sea from pollution; conservation of biological diversity; sustainable coastal zone management.The negotiations were attended by employees of government agencies and organizations of Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan, as well as representatives of the World Bank, the Interim Secretariat of the Framework Convention for the Protection of the Marine Environment of the Caspian Sea (Tehran Convention) – UNEP, the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) and an expert from the UNDP Permanent Mission in Kazakhstan. Representatives of the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Fisheries Committee of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan, RSE Kazhydromet and the International Water Assessment Center took part from the Kazakh side.During the meetings, the participants discussed priority areas within the framework of the project, regional integration activities, national pollution management and biodiversity conservation activities. national and regional mechanisms for the implementation of the project.The Kazakh side noted the importance of improving environmental and hydrological monitoring systems in the Caspian Sea, the development of research activities between the Caspian countries and joint work on the conservation of the Caspian seal population.A seminar on aquaculture of the Caspian and Aral Seas was also held, during which a discussion was held on the sustainable development of aquaculture, the production and household chain in aquaculture. Representatives of Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan presented presentations on the topic "The state and challenges for aquaculture". The participants also conducted group work on the creation of a roadmap for the study of aquaculture in the countries of the Caspian Sea basin and the countries of the Aral Sea basin.As a result of the event, an agreement was reached to hold online meetings in January 2025 to finalize the coordination of the project components with each country separately.In conclusion, the participants expressed hope for the successful implementation of the project in the Caspian Sea region and expressed gratitude to the Kazakh side for the hospitality. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/898742

Control and inspection activitiesThe State Environmental Inspectorate conducted 1001 inspections. 2620 violations were revealed, 1664 orders were issued, 2201 fines were imposed for a total amount of 82.8 billion tenge.Provision of public servicesIn 2024, 13,148 public services were provided within the framework of environmental regulation.When considering applications, special attention is paid to the introduction of the best available technologies, reducing emissions into the environment, as well as environmental safety in the implementation of a particular economic activity.Implementation of an automated emission monitoring system (AFM)91 enterprises have been identified that are required to install an automated emissions monitoring system by the end of 2024. To date, 69 enterprises have installed AFM.Elimination of unauthorized landfillsThis year, according to space monitoring data, 4,887 unauthorized landfills have been identified, of which 4,310, or 91%, have been eliminated.For failure to take response measures to prevent the formation of spontaneous landfills, 164 officials of local executive bodies were brought to administrative responsibility for a total amount of 9.3 million tenge.For the late installation of AFM in the framework of inspections, 26 enterprises were brought to administrative responsibility in the form of a fine in the amount of 15.5 million tenge, and orders were issued to eliminate violations. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/909953

21 - The document was signed at the site of the National Pavilion of the Republic of Kazakhstan within the framework of the UN Global Climate Summit - COP29, Baku, Azerbaijan.24 Startup projects out of 128 announced have been successfully accelerated under the international GCIP program for 2024.The 2nd place was taken by the Kazakh startup Ozen-M among 22 international teams, within the framework of the Global UNIDO Event Cleantech Days in 2024.33 - Themed side events were held at the site of the National Pavilion of the Republic of Kazakhstan within the framework of the UN Global Climate Summit - COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan.4 – The Handbook of the best available techniques was developed in 2024.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/909967

As part of the President's instructions to plant 2 billion trees. At the moment of this year, 264.9 million seedlings have been planted. Work on sowing in the southern regions continues.Starting from July 1, 2024, salaries for employees of forest fire stations and amphibious firefighters (fire truck drivers, fire fighters, tractor drivers) have been increased by 100% of their official salary (3.3 thousand people).This year, for the first time in the history of the country's forestry, 52.0 billion tenge was allocated for the purchase of 1,384 units of fire fighting equipment and 921 units of trailed and mounted equipment, including through leasing of 40.0 billion tenge.In 2024, 294 cases of forest fires were registered in the forests of the Republic of Kazakhstan, which is three times less than in 2023, when the number of cases reached 810. The area covered by fires has also been reduced by three times. The average area of one fire in the belt forests of the Irtysh region was less than 0.2 hectares.In June of this year, 7 Prejevalsky horses were first delivered from the Prague and Berlin zoos to the territory of the Altyn-Dala Reserve in the Kostanay region.On September 21, 2024, 2 tiger specimens were successfully transported from the Netherlands Zoo to the Ile-Balkhash Reserve.Today, about 99% of the world's saiga population is concentrated in the territory of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Previously, the number of saigas was subject to a number of depressions, and in 2003 there were only 21 thousand individuals. Thanks to a number of protective measures taken by the state and supported by public and international organizations, it was possible not only to prevent its extinction, but also to achieve a significant increase in numbers, according to the results of the spring air count in 2024, their number was already 2,833,600 individuals before the lambing (1,620,000 of the Ural population, 1,150,000 of the Betpakdal and 63 600 – Ustyurt).Thanks to all these efforts, the status of the saiga has changed from critically endangered to vulnerable on the IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature) Red List. This indicator is the result of many years of efforts to restore the saiga population and indicates that the measures taken are working effectively.On September 28 of this year, a program for the reintroduction of kulans from the Altyn-Emel National Research and Production Enterprise to the Ile-Balkhash and Altyn Dala reserves began.As part of the program, 67 kulan individuals were captured. 43 of them were transported to the Ile-Balkhash reserve to increase the number of ungulates in this region.24 kulan specimens were transported to the Altyn Dala Reserve. This event also became a landmark, as for the first time long-distance transportation of kulans over a considerable distance was carried out, which required careful logistical preparation and ensuring comfortable conditions for animals throughout transportation.To date, all the kulans have been successfully transported to reserves and released into an aviary for temporary detention. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/909993

In 2024, Zhasyl Damu JSC paid about 51.9 billion tenge to the republican budget in the form of taxes and dividends (CPN – 32.3 billion tenge, dividends – 19.6 billion tenge).Also, in order to implement the decisions of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan, agreements totaling 183.4 billion tenge were concluded with JSC Industrial Development Fund. The funds are intended for:construction of MSW processing plants (66.4 billion tenge);renovation of fixed assets of the Ministries of Emergency Situations and the Ministry of Emergency Situations (50 billion tenge);purchases of fire fighting equipment for agricultural enterprises and the Forestry Committee (35 billion tenge);purchase of equipment for the National Highway Management Operator (17 billion tenge);renovation of the bus fleet of regional centers of Kazakhstan (15 billion tenge);Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/909998

On December 25 of this year, the Council for Cooperation with Non-Governmental Organizations under the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan was held under the chairmanship of Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources Ye. Nysanbayev.The meeting of the Council for Cooperation with Non-Governmental Organizations was attended by its members, representatives of the Ministry, as well as members of the Ministry's Public Council.The Ministry's report on the work done in 2024 was presented to the members of the Council for Cooperation with Non-Governmental Organizations.Vice Minister J. Aliyev was informed about the work carried out by the Ministry in 2024 on improving the quality of the environment, MSW management and work with non-governmental organizations.Vice Minister N. Sharbiev noted that comprehensive work on the conservation and restoration of biodiversity and environmental protection continues. The Ministry is taking all necessary measures to achieve results in this area, including the use of modern technologies.Vice Minister N. Kurmalaev focused on the main projects of the Ministry in the field of digitalization.In conclusion, the Minister expressed his sincere gratitude to everyone for their active participation and outlined a number of tasks that are envisaged in the future.The public, in turn, expressed gratitude to the Minister for effective cooperation, noting his openness and willingness to engage in constructive dialogue with non-governmental organizations. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/910191

The opening of the second stage of the plant for processing lead production waste for the production of non-ferrous metal concentrate by Standard Steel KZ LLP took place in Shymkent. The opening ceremony was attended by the Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yerlan Nysanbayev and Akim of Shymkent Gabit Syzdykbekov.As Ye.Nysanbayev noted in his speech, "The implementation of such projects is not only environmental safety, but also an opportunity to create a new source of resources, preserve nature and ensure a healthy future.The business community deserves to support such an initiative of the company by introducing innovative technologies for processing industrial waste accumulated over decades. I believe that this step is the beginning of a big deal.In general, the company's activities have a positive impact on the socio-economic development of not only the region, but also the whole country," said Ye. Nysanbayev.In his speech, the head of Shymkent noted that the launch of production would not only contribute to the development of the city's economy, but also reduce the environmental consequences of industrial enterprises."The industrial sector is developing dynamically in the country, and the number of enterprises is growing every year. The state provides them with all possible support, which creates jobs and improves the well-being of citizens," said G.Syzdykbekov.It is worth noting that the investment project with a total cost of over 13 billion tenge provided employment for about 300 people. After the implementation of the first stage, to date, the plant has produced over 4,600 tons of copper-silver concentrate per year. The launch of the plant will allow the company to increase production and additionally produce more than 20 thousand tons of zinc oxide annually.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/910211

During a working trip to Shymkent, Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan Ye.Nysanbayev visited EuroCrystal LLP.EuroCrystall LLP is a modern factory for the production of glass containers of a wide range of different shapes for the food industry and pharmaceutical industries from 150 ml to 2 liters of colorless and any color range, including glass bottles for food liquids and glass jars for preserving vegetables.The plant has modern automated equipment from the world's leading manufacturers from Germany, Russia and China. The production capacity of the enterprise allows to produce from 100 million standard bottles and cans per year.The EuroCrystall plant has its own laboratory to maintain the chemical and physical properties of the glass produced, as well as equipment unique in Kazakhstan for automatic inspection and laser scanning of finished products, which allows for high-quality glass products. The technical level of the equipment and the organization of production meet the requirements of the international standards of the ISO-9000 quality system and ISO-14000 environmental safety.The plant employs 450 employees, and the production lines are open around the clock.Within the framework of the Ekokoldau program, in 2024, EuroCrystall LLP paid more than 455 thousand tenge for the processing of 85 tons of glass waste.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/910276

Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan Ye.During his trip to Shymkent, Nysanbayev visited HILL Corporation, a leading manufacturer of lubricants in the Republic of Kazakhstan.The main activity of the company is the processing of used oils and the production of lubricants.In 2018, a complex for the processing of used oils and the production of lubricants was built.The company is steadily striving to introduce innovative scientific developments and technologies in the field of resource conservation. The industrial safety, occupational safety and environmental management system fully complies with the international standards ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001, as well as the requirements of current legislation.These standards confirm that the company adheres to high requirements for environmental responsibility and occupational safety, creating safe conditions for employees and the environment.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/910283

During a working trip to Shymkent, Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan Ye.Nysanbayev visited Eco Tire LLP.The company is the largest company in the Republic of Kazakhstan for the disposal/recycling of worn tires and rubber-containing waste. Working in the field of waste management, the company solves the issue of environmental safety in the region by eliminating accumulations of out-of-order car tires, and develops resource conservation through the use of recycled raw materials in the production of consumer goods.Using its own raw materials, Eco Tire LLP is engaged in the production of rubber floor coverings. The rubber crumb coating is a modern, comfortable coating that has firmly taken its place in modern construction and is best suited for outdoor and indoor sports and courtyard playgrounds.The main activity is the processing of non-metallic waste, the production of rubber products, the collection and processing of worn-out automobile tires and the production of RTI (rubber products).Specialized equipment was purchased and the production of rubber chips was established, followed by the production of regenerate (reconstituted rubber compound), from which the company began to produce railway rubber gaskets for KTZ (Kazakhstan Temir Zholy), as well as other RTI (plates, hoses, cords, etc.).The current productivity of the company is 6 thousand tons / year, it is planned to modernize the existing plant for processing rubber and technical products with the production of marketable products with a design capacity of up to 10 thousand tons/ year (recycling of worn tires), including crumbs - 6 thousand tons /year, fuel oil – 2 thousand tons / year, carbon black – 3 thousand tons/year, 38 million rings/year – 530 tons/year.Within the framework of the preferential financing mechanism, Ekoshina LLP was one of the first to finance about 500 million tenge from scrap payments. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/910444

The renovation of the municipal infrastructure of Almaty is one of the priorities. In 2024, 20 km of heat supply networks and more than 220 km of electricity supply networks were modernized, 85 boiler houses were reconstructed. In 2025, it is planned to modernize 40 km of heat supply networks and 240 km of electricity supply networks, as well as reconstruct 21 boiler houses. As a result, in 2024-2025, the wear of heat supply networks will be reduced by 3.8% to 54.1% and electricity supply by 1.7% to 63.3% by the end of 2025.For 2024, the share of heating networks with a service life of more than 25 years is 57.9% or 802.6 km, including: main heating networks 34.3% or 101.7 km, distribution 64.4% or 700.9 km.At the same time, a program has been approved to reduce the wear rate of heating, water supply and sanitation networks until 2029. As this program is implemented, reconstruction work will continue to further reduce network wear.The volume of investments in the modernization of the thermal infrastructure has been significantly increased, which makes it possible to ensure stable heat supply in the future. Although CHPP-1 and CHPP-2 consistently supply heat, the Almaty municipal district seeks to minimize the need for laying new backbone networks. Starting in 2025, local boiler houses will be developed, which will effectively cover the needs of neighborhoods and neighborhoods. According to the Mayor's office, this is more efficient and will significantly reduce maintenance costs, since repairing distribution networks is much more economical than replacing large-diameter main pipes.In total, 18.4 billion tenge will be allocated for the development of the megacity's thermal power complex in 2025-2027. In 2025, it is planned to build 11 main and distribution heating networks, for which 8.3 billion tenge will be allocated. At the same time, the budget for 2025 assumes an increase in financing for the modernization of engineering networks by 2.3 times – from 64.1 billion tenge in 2024 to 148 billion tenge in 2025.This year, 219 km of water and sewer networks worth 20 billion tenge have been built. In 2025, 260 km of new networks will be built, 87 km of existing water supply and sanitation networks will be upgraded, 123 km of electricity supply networks and 39 km of heat supply networks will be reconstructed. This will provide about 400,000 residents of the city with high-quality engineering infrastructure. 55.4 billion tenge is provided for these purposes in the budget of 2025.In 2025, at least 104 km of water supply networks, 73 km of wastewater disposal networks, 39 km of heat supply and 120 km of electricity supply are planned to be updated in Almaty. This will make it possible to reduce the level of deterioration of water supply and heat supply by 3% annually, and of other utility networks by 1.2%.In addition, Almaty is gradually solving long-term problems related to providing high-quality water supply. So, in May 2024, the new Balkash clean water reservoir was commissioned, a backup water supply scheme was built in July, the construction of the Kargaly reservoir was completed, and the Aksai reservoir will be commissioned in 2025. As a result, 220,000 residents of Bostandyk, Medeu and Nauryzbai districts will be provided with stable and high-quality water supply.220 km of new networks have been built and 30 km of existing networks have been upgraded to ensure high-quality water supply. In 2025, 347 km of water supply and sanitation networks will be built and modernized. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/909338

Gulmira Baigabulova, a member of the Public Council for Construction, Land Relations, Urbanism, Energy and Water Supply, shared her opinion on the adoption of a new procedure for the inspection of construction sites in Almaty."This is the third year that I have been talking about the need to return control over the construction process, and I think that the Rules for inspecting construction and Installation work are the first step towards full-fledged state control. These documents are directly related to our security. Clear inspection rules should protect residents from substandard work, and bona fide developers from unreasonable claims," the expert believes.It should be recalled that at the extraordinary XXVI session of the Almaty Maslikhat, the Procedure for visiting construction sites to inspect construction and installation works for compliance with the requirements for the construction and reconstruction of load-bearing and (or) enclosing structures was approved. The legal act is currently being registered with the Department of Justice.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/909487

Мажилис Парламента РК на пленарном заседании принял во втором чтении закон «Об особом статусе города Туркестан».Основаниями для разработки закона послужили признание города Туркестан Организацией тюркских государств духовной столицей тюркского мира, а также необходимость сохранения исторического облика города и объектов историко-культурного наследия.Основными новеллами законопроекта являются создание резервата памятников археологии города Туркестан, возмещение части затрат из бюджета для мастеров в сфере национального ремесленничества и ограничение в строительстве вокруг мавзолея Ходжа Ахмеда Ясауи.Маслихат города Туркестан будет утверждать градостроительный регламент, дизайн-код города, правила формирования архитектурного облика и градостроительного планирования, порядок использования символики на территории Туркестана и др.Акимату города будут переданы 27 компетенций по 3 направлениям. Первое из которых ориентировано на регулирование вопросов сохранения культурного достояния и духовного развития города, обеспечение сохранности объектов историко-культурного наследия.Второе на применение стандартов строительства вокруг Мавзолея и единой стилистики строительства на территории города.Третье направление нацелено на регулирование вопросов содействия туристской деятельности и создание благоприятных условий для ее развития, адаптацию транспортной и инженерной инфраструктуры для обеспечения доступности мест туристского притяжения.Кроме того, разработан сопутствующий законопроект, в рамках которого предусмотрено внесение изменений и дополнений в Земельный кодекс, Законы «Об архитектурной, градостроительной и строительной деятельности в РК», «Об охране и использовании объектов истоpико-культуpного наследия», «О туристской деятельности в РК».Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/909088

At the extraordinary XXVI session of the Maslikhat of Almaty, key documents aimed at regulating construction activities in the city were adopted — the Rules for the Development of the city's territories and the Urban Planning Regulations. These measures are aimed at creating a safe, sustainable and comfortable urban environment, preventing residential development and ensuring quality control of construction.Thus, the Building Regulations establish clear parameters for the design and construction of new facilities, as well as the reconstruction of existing ones. The number of floors for construction between Abaya and al-Farabi Avenues has been fixed: buildings of all types must not exceed 9 floors and 35 meters. The exception is unique objects. Special emphasis is placed on the preservation of historical architectural heritage and compliance with environmental requirements during construction in mountainous areas.The urban planning regulations will become the basis for the implementation of the Almaty Master Plan until 2040. The document includes measures for the zoning of territories, requirements for the placement of infrastructure facilities and parameters for the sustainable development of the urban environment. The regulation is aimed at improving the environmental situation and improving the quality of life of citizens, as well as simplifying and optimizing procedures for investors. Reducing administrative barriers and risks makes Almaty more attractive for business and stimulates the development of the construction industry. Thus, the introduction of new regulations is designed to reduce corruption risks and increase the transparency of urban planning processes.During the session, the deputies also approved the Procedure for visiting construction sites to inspect construction and installation work for compliance with the requirements for the construction and reconstruction of load-bearing and (or) enclosing structures, according to which the facts of construction and installation work without permits, deviations from the approved design estimates and the absence of notifications about the start of construction and installation work. Thus, the Procedure will make it possible to stop illegal construction at its initial stage. At the same time, the absence of a duly notified interested party at the facility is not an obstacle to conducting an inspection, unlike the norms for conducting an unscheduled inspection. The architectural and construction control and supervision authorities will continue to conduct unscheduled inspections in accordance with the Business Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan. However, the innovation in detecting violations during the inspection at the next stage will allow for a prompt inspection to take action based on a letter from the district akimat.In addition, the Maslikhat approved a minimum cost of 40 tenge per 1 m2 for the management of condominium facilities and maintenance of common property for 2025. Previously, the current tariff, established in 2010, was 25 tenge per 1 m2. However, over the past 14 years, economic conditions have changed significantly, including rising prices for building materials, higher wages for employees, and improved requirements for the quality of housing services. To calculate the new minimum tariff, an approved Methodology was used, which provides for annual adjustments to account for inflation. The deputies stressed that the updated minimum tariff will ensure proper maintenance of residential facilities, improve the quality of services provided and create comfortable conditions for residents of the metropolis.At the same time, systematic work continues in Almaty to provide the population with the necessary medicines and medical products both in inpatient and outpatient settings. However, due to the lack of a financing mechanism from the national budget for the treatment of six types of oncological and orphan diseases, an increase in the number of patients, as well as the identification of new cases of diseases, it became necessary to provide additional medicines from the local budget. This applies to 5 types of drugs that patients were previously forced to purchase at their own expense. With this in mind, at the session, the deputies amended the decision of the Maslikhat, expanding the list of guaranteed free medical care. Now certain categories of citizens registered in Almaty will have access to free medical care. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/909509