In Shymkent, in the Abay district, regular work is underway to water streets, lawns and green spaces at night. The event was organized by the city's public utilities in order to maintain the city's ecosystem, preserve the green fund and create a comfortable microclimate for residents. The initiative is aimed at the rational use of water resources and improving the environmental situation in the hot climate of the metropolis.

Night watering is a modern and effective approach to caring for green spaces in cities with high summer temperatures. During the day, most of the water evaporates without having time to soak into the soil, which leads to its irrational waste. At night, the air temperature drops and water evaporation is minimal, due to which plants receive maximum moisture, and utilities achieve significant savings. According to experts, night watering allows you to save up to 40% of water compared to daytime irrigation.

In the Abay district, more than ten specialized watering machines go to work at night. The utility crews service not only the central streets, but also courtyards, squares and small parks. Watering covers trees, flower beds and lawns, and also helps to muffle the dust on the asphalt. Employees of utility services note that regular night watering has a positive effect on the condition of the city's greenery: lawns retain a rich color, trees survive the summer heat more easily, and flower beds remain attractive longer.

The environmental impact of such events is hard to overestimate. Green spaces act as a natural filter for the air in the city: they absorb carbon dioxide, reduce the amount of dust and allergens, and improve the quality of oxygen. Night watering helps create a more favorable microclimate, which is especially important for the elderly and children. In summer, green areas and moist soil reduce the air temperature in residential areas by several degrees, reducing the effect of the "urban heat island." In addition, damp dust particles settle, which reduces the risk of respiratory diseases and makes life easier for people with allergies.

This practice is not new for Shymkent, but in recent years its scale and efficiency have increased significantly. In 2022, watering was carried out more often during the day, which led to a large loss of water. In 2023, night watering began to be used on central streets and in several parks. In 2024, utilities switched to a systemic mode, using modern watering machines and taking into account weather conditions. The current 2025 campaign is distinguished by a comprehensive approach: not only the main streets are covered, but also courtyard areas, and the process itself has become regular and predictable.

Experience from previous years confirms that night watering directly affects the stability of the urban ecosystem. According to public utilities, after switching to night mode in 2023, the number of dried-out lawns decreased by 15%, and in 2024 this figure dropped by almost half. Maintaining the city's green space helps preserve biodiversity: the number of birds and beneficial insects increases in squares and parks, and the soil retains its natural moisture longer.

Night watering also has a social function. It creates more comfortable living conditions for city residents, increases the aesthetic appeal of districts, and creates a positive image of the city for tourists and investors. Clean and well-maintained streets, fresh air, and an abundance of greenery are an important component of the quality of life in a modern metropolis.

In addition to the work of public utilities, the environmental culture of residents also plays an important role. Experts emphasize that watering alone does not guarantee an ideal environment if city residents break trees, trample lawns or throw garbage in green areas. In recent years, Shymkent has been actively developing environmental education programs, including the participation of residents in clean-up days and city campaigns to care for green spaces.

Thus, night watering of streets and green areas of the Abay district is not just a technical procedure, but part of a systematic work to preserve the urban ecosystem. It combines saving water resources, caring for green spaces, improving air quality and creating a comfortable environment for residents. Comparison with previous years shows that Shymkent is moving towards a more sustainable and environmentally responsible model of urban management, where each action is aimed at a long-term result. If the current practice is supported and supplemented by the participation of citizens, the city will be able to maintain its green appearance and favorable climate even in the conditions of population growth and hot climate.