On February 27, Kyrgyzstan officially launched the preparation of its first Biennial Transparency Report (BTR1) under the Enhanced Transparency Framework of the Paris Agreement. This significant event, organized by the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), marks an important step towards strengthening national climate governance and enhancing transparency in greenhouse gas emissions reporting, UNDP Kyrgyzstan reported.
The preparation of the Biennial Transparency Report is being carried out jointly by the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision and UNDP in Kyrgyzstan, with coordination by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and financial support from the Global Environment Facility (GEF).
The Biennial Transparency Report will serve as a key tool for assessing Kyrgyzstan’s progress in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, implementing climate actions, and achieving its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). This document will not only strengthen the country’s climate governance system but also ensure compliance with international standards, improve data quality, and enhance transparency in environmental policies.
Asel Raimkulova, Deputy Minister of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, emphasized the government’s commitment to this process, stating: “Kyrgyzstan is taking decisive steps towards climate transparency and accountability. BTR1 will help us develop well-informed policies that will benefit both our economy and the fight against climate change.”
The report will cover an analysis of climate measures, greenhouse gas emissions inventory, and an assessment of adaptation measures and climate-related expenditures, contributing to the strengthening of the national reporting system.
UNDP Resident Representative in Kyrgyzstan, Alexandra Solovieva, highlighted the importance of climate action, stating: “The preparation of Kyrgyzstan’s BTR1 is not just a reporting obligation—it is a strategic opportunity to strengthen climate policy, attract investment, enhance the resilience of the economy and engage in carbon markets.”
Developing climate transparency is a key element in attracting international financing, including expanding the country’s opportunities in the carbon market. Transparency and data reliability enhance trust in national policies and create favorable conditions for implementing long-term climate strategies.
