Mine and Industrial complex at Koshkar-Ata, Kazakhstan

Before industrial operations started in the 1960s, the Koshkar-Ata hollow was a periodic lake rich in natural salt, making it unsuitable for farming. The…

Ice cover on the North Caspian

Ice cover changes in 70 years period on the North Caspian.

Caspian coastline vulnerable to flooding

Uncertainty regarding future variations in the sea level is holding back the development of many coastal zones suitable for holiday amenities or the construction…

Trade in sturgeon caviar Huso huso

The Caspian area is the world’s main producer of wild caviar (83% in 2003) and supplies the four largest markets, the European Union, United…

The Caspian Sea: neighbours and players

The surge in the exploitation of hydrocarbons in the Caspian region has changed the rules for development and engagement in many sectors, in particular…

The inlet to the Kara Bogaz Gol before and after construction of the dam

The scientists were unable to agree on the reasons for the drop in sea level that was roughly equivalent to a 10 per cent…

Selected impacts of climate change in the Caspian basin

Several severe droughts have affected various parts of the region in recent years. They seem to confirm scientific models, which, in addition to higher…

Oil production

Oil production in Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan. The region has significantly expended its oil and gas production, and it is set to grow. The…

Illegal caviar trade in the EU

Illegal caviar trade in the EU in period 2000-2007 The Caspian area is the world’s main producer of wild caviar (83% in 2003) and…

Hazards in and around the Caspian

Many opportunities are offered by the Caspian Sea region. It is important that they are handled with care in order to maintain the rich…

Oil exports via The Black and Mediterranean Seas

Future projection in volume of oil exportation via Black and Mediterranean Seas.

Total expenditure on health

Total expenditure on health in Russia, Turkmenistan, Azerbaijan, Iran and Kazakhstan.