Аnnual report 2025

The Almaty Air Initiative Foundation has published its 2025 annual report, summarizing key achievements in air quality monitoring, environmental analytics, and regulatory developments in Almaty.

The full version of the report, including data, findings, and the foundation’s strategic priorities, is available at the following link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zsKxoIwEpC9tr7STlY_KgmXdrIwlRwY9/view?usp=sharing

In 2025, the Almaty Air Initiative transitioned from an environmental project to an institutional expert organization. This year marked a scaling phase, where the foundation’s technological and expert leadership were converted into tangible legislative changes and international recognition. 

Our experience confirms that data and expertise became the foundation for constructive dialogue on the future of the urban environment. The development of an independent monitoring network and the launch of an analytical platform have enabled us to form an objective evidence -based foundation, which is reflected in current systemic measures to improve air quality.

The Foundation has become a bridge between science, society, and government, whose expertise is integrated into decision-making processes at the state level . 

Through creative and media projects, we have made the topic of air quality part of popular culture, generating a sustained public demand for clean air. 

The practical result of our work was the development and testing of the AIR-TARGET methodology – a framework that integrates technology, research, community outreach, and urban policy into a single cycle. Having successfully tested this model in Almaty, we aim to confirm the versatility of our toolkit in 2026. Scaling up AAI’s experience in Pakistan and Nepal will test the relevance of Kazakhstani solutions in a global context.

Key Achievements in 2025

Strategic Partnerships And Sustainability

• Raised KZT 300 million in private investment; partners include: Halyk Bank, Nurlan Smagulov Foundation, Almaz Tultayev.
• Co-authored the approved “Atmospheric Air Protection Rules” for Almaty.

Technology And Innovation

• 170 monitoring stations – the largest private network in Asia.
• Launch of the dashboard.air.org.kz platform and data integration into the global plattorms IQAir, Open AQ and AirGradient.
• Implementation of the first Al-based allergen monitoring system in Central Asia.

Research And Evidence

• Analytics: Comprehensive studies on PM2.5 and NO2 were published; a project on mathematical modeling of the contribution of transport and energy to air pollution was initiated.
• Sociology: Three studies were conducted documenting increased awareness and changing attitudes among city residents toward environmental reforms.

Communication And Outreach

• Creative Projects: The mini-series “BayGuys”, the stand-up show “Taza Azilder,” and other projects collectively received over 2.1 million views, making ecology part of popular culture.
• Media Presence: Over 300 mentions in the media. Special projects were carried out with Vlast, Steppe, and TengriNews

International And National Recognition

• Expert participation in public discussions at the level of the Speaker of the Senate of the Republic of Kazakhstan, presentations at major technology forums such as Digital Bridge, and regular analytical support for the country’s leading media outlets (24KZ, Qazagstan TV and etc.)
• Global Agenda: Presentation of the Almaty case at the UNEP summit in Bishkek and the Clean Air Summit in Lahore, Pakistan.
• Education: Outreach work at leading city schools (Haileybury, NGS, Shoqan School).