Environment

Georgian Forests Face Burning Issue

Overuse of firewood leads to environmental problems in rural areas.

Kazak Campaigners Take on Russian Rockets

New group wants end to “toxic” Baikonur launches, but its agenda may be more political than environmental.

Georgian Energy Scheme Faces Stiff Opposition

Mountain villagers whose farms would be flooded by proposed scheme say they aren't going anywhere.

Cuban Town's Water Supply Dries Up

Rural community forced to pay for water deliveries.

Murky Waters in Uzbek City

Chronic under-investment in water management creates frequent supply cuts for residents of major town.

Loggers Leave Afghan Mountains Bare

Port Town Swamped by Sewage

Drainage system crumbling after years of underinvestment.

Georgian Villagers on Shaky Ground

Residents fight losing battle against nature as houses crack and crumble.

Inner-City Pollution in East Afghanistan

Factory owners say new industrial parks outside Jalalabad aren’t fit for use.

Uzbekistan's "Green Inspectors" Unlikely to Carry Weight