AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoHydropower Planning: Tajikistan has published a long-term power system plan for Gorno-Badakhshan, locking in hydropower-led development through 2050 and adding tools like HydroSelect and a Hydropower Sustainability Standard to screen sites and assess environmental and social performance. Regional Climate Risk: The UN’s WMO warns El Niño could bring unusually heavy summer rains across Central Asia, including Tajikistan, while also raising heatwave and drought risks—urging countries to prepare for extremes. Water Security Diplomacy: Dushanbe hosted the 4th High-Level International Conference on “Water for Sustainable Development,” bringing global partners together on water security, climate resilience, and actionable commitments. Glacier & Cryosphere Science: Tajikistan-backed events during the same conference pushed for better glacier monitoring and shared forecasting methods, stressing transboundary water stakes. Women & Water: A “Women and Water” forum in Dushanbe highlighted women’s leadership in water governance and climate adaptation. Energy Transition Link: Tajikistan also framed its renewable push around hydropower and regional electricity exports to cut climate and seasonal supply risks.
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