Over 500 kilometers of water and drip irrigation systems set up in Almaty
Almaty, the largest city in Kazakhstan, is undergoing significant transformations in its green spaces. At the behest of Akim Yerbolat Dosaev, over 500 km of automated irrigation and drip irrigation networks have been installed across the city in the past two years, as reported by the city's press service.
By the year 2025, another 290 km of automated irrigation systems are planned to be commissioned, enabling the care of a million trees. This initiative forms part of a holistic strategy aimed at creating a sustainable and healthy green infrastructure within the city.
The implementation of modern landscaping technologies has already shown promising results, with the sapling mortality rate reduced from 30% in 2022 to 10% in 2024. Notably, work is underway to develop a new dendrological plan for Almaty, which will involve a complete inventory of the city's green assets, an assessment of their current condition, and the development of specific measures to enhance the biological sustainability of these verdant spaces.
The comprehensive modernization of irrigation systems and a scientific approach to greening are designed to establish a comfortable and eco-friendly urban environment. Green zones are no longer merely a landscape element but a crucial factor in enhancing the quality of life for city residents.
Recent efforts in Almaty extend beyond green spaces, with the conversion of abandoned wasteland in the Kalkaman microdistrict (Nauryzbai district) into a vibrant public green area of 0.8 hectares. This revitalized space now welcomes up to 1,000 visitors daily, with approximately 800 of them being children and teenagers.Visitors can enjoy green plants, rainwater drainage systems, a pedestrian zone, children's play areas, sports simulators, and various courts, all integrated into the verdant landscape.
This new green space underscores the city's commitment to urban green improvements, employing modern irrigation and environmental management systems to create well-equipped, multifunctional urban environments. These efforts align with Kazakhstan’s broader environmental goals while signaling a steady progression in Almaty's urban forestry and landscaping practices.
Science and environmental-science play a significant role in Almaty's lifestyle and home-and-garden sector. The city's ongoing green transformation, led by Akim Yerbolat Dosaev, incorporates modern landscaping technologies, such as sophisticated irrigation systems and dendrological plans, to foster sustainable green spaces that improve the quality of life for its residents.
