Kazakhstan
At a Glance
Kazakhstan holds vast natural resources and is Central Asia’s largest economy as the region’s leading wheat producer and exporter. Sustaining agricultural productivity is increasingly challenged by climate change trends of altered precipitation patterns and growing seasons and increased risk from pests and diseases. The country is subject to natural disasters and climate trends are expected to exacerbate these impacts, including droughts, heat waves, floods, mudflows, and landslides that are already responsible for land degradation, infrastructure damage, and loss of life.
Climate Projections and Impacts
Refer to the Climate Risk Profile (2017) for more information
Climate Projections
Increased Drought Frequency
Increased Frequency/Intensity of Extreme Weather Events
Increased Temperature
Key Climate Impact Areas
Agriculture
Ecosystems
Energy
Human Health
Water Resources
Funding & Country Climate Context
USAID Climate Change Funding (2023)
Total
$500,000
Clean Energy
$500,000
GAIN Vulnerability
Medium
Population (2023)
19.5 Million
Glacier-Dependent
Yes
GHG Emissions Growth
-0.36%
% Forested Area
1.2%
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