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Scientifically based solutions to overcome the impact of climate change and ensure sustainable development are significant for the countries of Central Asia and for regional cooperation. Understanding how climate change affects political, socio-economic and environmental conditions depends on availability of climate data, as well as the ability to analyze and consequently understand which measures are appropriate to take. Climate change impact clearly needs to be considered when taking decisions related to water management, energy production, food and agriculture, and sustainable transport.

For sustainable economic development in the Central Asian countries, it is necessary to use an innovative and scientific approach to address a wide range of social and environmental issues, especially when facing climate change impact. Within the framework of the 'Green Central Asia' Initiative, the Kazakh-German University is organizing an international conference - "The Silk Road of Knowledge: Science Meets Green Policy". The conference will contribute to the exchange of existing scientific knowledge in the region, thus supporting the development of policy proposals for decision makers in the region.

Objective of the conference: the conference aims at providing innovative solutions for the five Central Asian economies (Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan) by:

• presenting and discussing policy proposals on innovative science-based solutions for the economic and political development of Central Asia in order to mitigate the impact of climate change;

• informing on decision-making processes based on scientific research in the field of integrated water and land resources management, food security, infrastructure development, water and climate security, and energy efficiency practices in Central Asia;

• presenting innovation for development;

• involving youth in scientific research and decision-making processes.

Conference sessions: The online conference covers a wide range of issues and is divided into pre-sessions, panel discussion and thematic sessions each considering the impact of climate change on the Central Asian countries and presenting proposal including necessary adaptation measures. The pre-sessions have been conducted on December 9-10, 2021, including youth and posters session (see below). The panel discussion and thematic sessions is taking place on February 23-25, 2022 (see the agenda). 

Full conference information: http://conference.academic-waters.org/