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Uzbekistan is considering a large-scale upgrade of the Tuyamuyun Reservoir, which is situated along the border with Turkmenistan. The initiative is aimed at strengthening water security and ensuring long-term stability of water supplies in the region.
The proposed project includes a significant expansion of the reservoir’s capacity by approximately one billion cubic meters. This measure is expected to improve water regulation and enhance resilience to seasonal and climate-related fluctuations.
Experts estimate that the expansion will support reliable water supply across agricultural lands covering more than one million hectares. In addition, it will help form a strategic reserve of fresh drinking water for the population.
Given its proximity to Turkmenistan, the project carries regional importance and highlights the role of cross-border cooperation in the sustainable management of shared water resources.
Specialists at the International Science and Technology Park of the Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan, led by Durdymyrat Gadamov and Altyn Rahmanova, have developed a new-generation bio-agent designed to neutralize soil methane emissions. The solution utilizes local bacteria adapted to the regional climate, which harness methane monooxygenase to convert methane into carbon dioxide and water.
Methane is a major contributor to global warming, with a heat-trapping capacity in the atmosphere significantly higher than that of carbon dioxide. The newly developed bio-agent features high efficiency in industrially congested areas, cost-effectiveness through the use of local raw materials, and complete safety for human health and the environment.
This scientific breakthrough aligns with Turkmenistan's sustainable development strategy, supporting its commitments under the Global Methane Pledge to enhance environmental oversight in the energy sector.
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