Technology-based climate change adaptation in Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan
Geospatial data management and digital adaptation planning
Description
The project supports rural communities and institutions in Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan to adapt to climate change by integrating digital tools into local planning and decision-making. It applies geospatial analysis, participatory mapping, and climate information to assess climate risks, identify adaptation measures and strengthen institutional capacities for evidence-based climate adaptation in rural areas.
Technology
The initiative uses geographic information systems and remote sensing technologies combined with web-based analytical tools to collect, visualize, and analyze spatial and climate-related data. Participatory digital mapping tools support community-level data collection, while analytical outputs are used by public institutions and development actors for planning and monitoring climate adaptation measures.
Target
The primary beneficiaries are rural communities in climate-vulnerable areas of Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan, as well as national and local public institutions involved in climate adaptation planning. The initiative also supports researchers and civil society organizations by improving access to spatial climate data and analytical tools for rural development planning.
Business model
The project was funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), providing technical assistance, infrastructure, and training free of charge to government and community stakeholders.
Impact
The project contributed to improved availability and use of spatial climate and risk data for rural adaptation planning. Evaluations report strengthened institutional capacities for climate-informed decision-making, enhanced community participation in adaptation planning, and improved identification of climate risks and adaptation options in targeted rural areas.
Partners
Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ); GAF AG (Munich); CartONG; Little Earth (Tajik environmental NGO)
Four Betters
Better environment
Better life
