Dear Ladies and Gentlemen,
On behalf of the Ministry of Oil and Gas of the Republic of Kazakhstan, I welcome the participants in the International Conference Cooperation to Reduce Emissions. Analysis, Questions, Best Technologies and Practices held as part of the 6th Central Asian International Exhibition of EcoTechnologies and EcoServices for Industrial and Municipal Sectors – EcoTech 2010.
Due to the fact that one of the main sources of environment pollution at the development of oil and gas fields are gas flaring products, utilisation of associated gas at the country’s oil and gas fields has become a matter of national importance over the past few years.
Pursuant to Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan No. 291-IV 3RK On Subsoil and Subsoil Use dated 24 June 2010, the Ministry continuously monitors compliance with the approved Associated Gas Utilisation Programmes on behalf of subsoil users.
On the whole, while carrying out gas utilisation activities, subsoil users created new infrastructures to employ the utilised gas, including:
- 12 gas turbine power plants with a capacity of over 256 MWt; and
- 12 integrated gas utilisation units and gas processing plants that allow processing 8 bln. m3 of gas a year and generating over 220,000 tons of liquefied gas annually.
All this work done over a period of 2006-2009 resulted in reducing the volume of flared gas from 3.1 to 1.7 bln. m3, i.e. by 1.4 bln. m3, with the oil production growing from 64.9 mln. tons in 2006 to 76.5 mln. tons in 2009 and gas production from 27.0 to 36.0 bln. m3 respectively. At that, the volume of utilised gas increased from 23.9 bln. m3 to 34.3 bln. m3, i.e. by 10.4 bln. m3.
The Ministry supports the Conference considering it relevant and timely for the development of clean technologies in Kazakhstan, introducing them in production and, as a consequence, reducing the man-caused load on climate, improving the quality of people’s life, and further development of Kazakhstan’s industry while maintaining the ecological balance.
I wish all the exhibitors, guests, and organisers of the Exhibition and Conference fruitful and creative work, good health, and every success in promoting clean technologies in Kazakhstan!
S. Mynbayev
Minister of Oil and Gas
Republic of Kazakhstan
Dear Ladies and Gentlemen,
On behalf of the Ministry of Environment Protection of the Republic of Kazakhstan, I would like to welcome the exhibitors and guests of the Exhibition of EcoTechnologies and EcoServices for Industrial and Municipal Sectors EcoTech 2010 and the delegates of the Conference Cooperation to Reduce Emissions. Analysis, Questions, Best Technologies and Practices.
The Republic of Kazakhstan has been pursuing an active policy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Thus, in March 2009, our country ratified the Kyoto Protocol to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change. RK Government announced its quantitative commitments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 15% before 2020, and by 25% before 2050 in pro ration to the 1992 baseline in conformity with the commitments under the Kyoto Protocol.
The condition for effective implementation of the obligations under UNFCCC and KP, as well as for the post-2012 regime preparation is to develop necessary institutional framework and to prepare relevant strategic documents. Therefore, active work is ongoing in the country to develop a strategy for low-carbon development, a programme for adaptation to climate change in Kazakhstan, as well as other laws and regulations on the Kyoto Protocol mechanisms implementation.
Each year, based on statistical data, greenhouse gases inventory is conducted. All the users of natural resource shall make inventories of greenhouse gases. Then, each company will be allocated their quota of greenhouse gases.
Kazakhstan started the process of setting up the internal carbon market, which in the future must be connected to the international carbon trading platform. By the end of 2010, work will be completed on setting up the legislative framework and the market will commence its activities in 2011.
Over these five years, our ministry has been supporting the holding of EcoTech Exhibition considering it to be relevant and timely for further development of environmental technologies in Kazakhstan, introducing these technologies into production, improving quality of life of the people, and developing Kazakhstan’s industry while maintaining the ecobalance.
I wish all the exhibitors, guests and organisers of the exhibition and conference fruitful and creative work, good health, and every success in your noble cause!
M. Turmagambetov
Acting Minister of Environment Protection Republic of Kazakhstan
Dear Ladies and Gentlemen,
On behalf of the Ministry of Industry and New Technologies of the Republic of Kazakhstan, I cordially welcome the exhibitors of the 6th Central Asian International Exhibition of EcoTechnologies and EcoServices for Industrial and Municipal Sectors EcoTech 2010 and participants in the International Conference Cooperation to Reduce Emissions. Analysis, Questions, Best Technologies and Practices held within the framework of the exhibition.
In the light of ratification of the Kyoto Protocol by Kazakhstan, the issue of low-carbon development has acquired the utmost relevance. The Ministry of Industry and New Technologies of Kazakhstan developed and is implementing the 2009-2010 Energy Conservation Plan comprising regional comprehensive plans for energy conservation. For the purposes of systemic implementation of the energy saving policy, the Draft Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan On Energy Conservation and Increased Efficiency is being finalised.
One of the priority trends to develop electric power generation and to resolve environmental problems of Kazakhstan is the use of renewable energy. The potential of renewable energy resources (hydropower, wind, and solar energy) in Kazakhstan is very significant.
It is planned to construct wind power units of 125 MW installed capacity and to commission new small hydropower stations of over 100 MW overall installed capacity in Kazakhstan by 2015.
The Ministry is supportive of the conference seeing it as a relevant and timely event for the development of environmentally friendly technologies in Kazakhstan and their introduction into production processes, thus reducing the anthropogenic impact on the climate, improving the quality of life, and facilitating further development of Kazakhstan’s industry while maintaining the ecological balance.
I wish to all the exhibitors, guests and organisers of the exhibition and conference fruitful and creative work, good health, and success in promoting clean technologies in Kazakhstan!
A. Rau
First Vice-Minister of Industry and New Technologies Republic of Kazakhstan
Dear Ladies and Gentlemen,
I am happy to welcome the exhibitors and guests of the 6th Central Asian International Exhibition EcoTech 2010 and WaterTech Central Asia 2010, as well as the delegates of the Conference Cooperation to Reduce Emissions. Analysis, Questions, Best Technologies and Practices.
Almaty City Akimat pays a great deal of attention to the issues of ecology, public amenities and sanitation of the city. Implementation is going on of the Comprehensive Programme to Reduce Environmental Pollution in Almaty, Regional Programme Rivers and Water Basins of Almaty, Programme for Energy Saving and Introduction of Renewable Energy Sources; reconstruction of the existing parks and public gardens and arrangement of new greenery areas is underway; Memorandums have been signed with KazTransGas JSC to carry out a project for motor transport transition to natural gas as a fuel and provision of Almaty with sufficient volumes of natural gas so that we could ensure gas supply not only for private households but for thermal power enterprises as well. Implementation of the new transport strategy is continued – Phase One of the underground is being completed, construction of the Eastern Bypass Highway, capital repair and widening of motorways, and construction of new streets is going on.
We support the “green bridge” initiative voiced at the 6th Ministerial Conference on Environment and Development in Asia and the Pacific in Astana providing for an ecological bridge between the countries of this region and the European countries. To achieve sustainable development, we have to adopt the best, ecologically safe technologies.
In this connection, I would like to point out the relevance of the exhibition and conference aimed to develop the nature protection complex, share experience, introduce state-of-the-art ecologically clean, energy- and resource-saving technologies in industrial production and municipal economy, and reduce the level of environment pollution both in the city of Almaty and throughout the whole of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
I am sure that this exhibition, which has already become traditional, will contribute to further fruitful and mutually beneficial cooperation between ecology professionals, development of environmental management at Kazakhstan’s enterprises, and will become a venue to establish business contacts and sign long-term agreements.
I wish the exhibitors, guests and organisers of the exhibition and conference successful work, creative success and prosperity!
Ye. Shormanov
Almaty City Deputy Akim
Dear Ladies and Gentlemen,
On behalf of the Trade Representation of the Russian Federation to the Republic of Kazakhstan, I would like to welcome the exhibitors and visitors of EcoTech 2010, the Central Asian International Exhibition of EcoTechnologies and EcoServices for Industrial and Municipal Sectors.
The growing technological pressure on nature from man, and the increasing volumes of production and consumption waste are part and parcel of modern society, and the successful solution to the problem of appropriate and environmentally safe management of them is a measure of the maturity and civility of a country’s population and leadership.
In this regard, I would like to highlight the sustained and concerted efforts of all levels of government in Kazakhstan, from the President to city and village administrations, to bring to this important area qualified specialists, the latest technological solutions, and best practices, including from abroad.
For their part, the Russian participants of the exhibition and forum are ready to demonstrate to their Kazakh colleagues all the latest achievements of the past year, not in words, but by participating in the process of steadily improving the quality of life of every Kazakhstani citizen.
I wish all the exhibitors and visitors of EcoTech 2010 success, and I hope you achieve your goals at the exhibition.
V. Verzhbitsky
Director Office of the Trade Representation of the Russian Federation to the Republic of Kazakhstan in Almaty
Dear Ladies and Gentlemen!
Tengizchevroil LLP (TCO) is glad to welcome all the participants and guests of the 6th Central Asian International Exhibition “Eco-Technologies and Eco-Services for Industrial and Municipal Sectors” – EcoTech 2010 and also the delegates of the Conference “Cooperation on Reduction of Emissions”.
Over the last three years TCO has been a strong supporter of the EcoTech exhibitions which promote environmental management system development, implementation of advanced environmentally friendly technologies, successful and mutually beneficial cooperation of specialists on environmental issues, and the establishment of business contacts and knowledge exchange. And TCO has also supported the concept of holding technical conferences during the exhibitions to discuss various topical environmental issues.
This year Tengizchevroil is acting as a General Sponsor of the conference “Cooperation on Reduction of Emissions”. The conference will touch upon major topics such as: commitments of the Republic of Kazakhstan under the Kyoto Protocol, reduction of pollutants and greenhouse gas emissions into the atmosphere and other issues related to mitigation of environmental impacts. This event will allow experts to present new technologies and concepts as well as share practical experience of theorists and practitioners from nearby countries and regions.
I would like to wish all the participants, guests and sponsors of the exhibition and conference successful work, creative progress, prosperity and continued effective cooperation for the benefit of the Republic of Kazakhstan!
Best regards,
Mike Jennings
General Manager of Operational Excellence, Health, Environment and Safety Department Tengizchevroil LLP
Dear Ladies and Gentlemen,
On behalf of Iteca, an exhibition company of Kazakhstan, and its international partner, ITE Group Plc, a British exhibition company, we would like to extend our sincere welcome to all exhibitors and guests of the 6th Central Asian International Exhibition of Eco-Technologies and Services for Industry and Municipal Facilities – EcoTech 2010, Water and Water Technology Exhibition - WaterTech Central Asia 2010 and delegates of the International Conference – “Cooperation to Reduce Emissions. Analysis. Questions. Best Technologies and Practices”!
We are confident that our exhibitors and guests will get an excellent opportunity to communicate, establish new and develop existing business ties, and exhibition visitors will be able to get familiarised with the latest achievements in the field of environment protection and rational water and nature management.
We are happy to realise that the conference has been supported as a Proud Sponsor by such major Kazakhstan company as TengizChevrOil LLP.
We would like to express our special gratitude to the Ministry of Environmental Protection of Kazakhstan, Ministry of Industry and New Technologies of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Ministry of Oil and Gas of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Almaty City Administration, Almaty City Administration for Natural Resources and Nature Management Regulation, Almaty City Administration for Power and Housing Utilities, UNDP, Kazakhstan Business Association for Sustainable Development (KBASD), The Regional Environmental Centre for Central Asia (CAREC) and Kazakhstan Petroleum Law Association (KPLA) for their active support of and participation in the event. Our heartfelt thanks go to all companies taking part in the 6th Central Asian International Exhibition EcoTech 2010 and Water and Water Technology Exhibition - WaterTech Central Asia 2010.
Our hope is that the Exhibition and Conference will make their contribution to the development of the environmental sector of Kazakhstan and Central Asia and become guarantors of establishing durable business contacts.
We wish all exhibitors and visitors efficient work at the Exhibition, well-being and successful business! And see you in 2010!
Sincerely yours,
The Organising Committee
ITE Group Plc / Iteca
On behalf of the Ministry of Oil and Gas of the Republic of Kazakhstan, I welcome the participants in the International Conference Cooperation to Reduce Emissions. Analysis, Questions, Best Technologies and Practices held as part of the 6th Central Asian International Exhibition of EcoTechnologies and EcoServices for Industrial and Municipal Sectors – EcoTech 2010.
Due to the fact that one of the main sources of environment pollution at the development of oil and gas fields are gas flaring products, utilisation of associated gas at the country’s oil and gas fields has become a matter of national importance over the past few years.
Pursuant to Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan No. 291-IV 3RK On Subsoil and Subsoil Use dated 24 June 2010, the Ministry continuously monitors compliance with the approved Associated Gas Utilisation Programmes on behalf of subsoil users.
On the whole, while carrying out gas utilisation activities, subsoil users created new infrastructures to employ the utilised gas, including:
- 12 gas turbine power plants with a capacity of over 256 MWt; and
- 12 integrated gas utilisation units and gas processing plants that allow processing 8 bln. m3 of gas a year and generating over 220,000 tons of liquefied gas annually.
All this work done over a period of 2006-2009 resulted in reducing the volume of flared gas from 3.1 to 1.7 bln. m3, i.e. by 1.4 bln. m3, with the oil production growing from 64.9 mln. tons in 2006 to 76.5 mln. tons in 2009 and gas production from 27.0 to 36.0 bln. m3 respectively. At that, the volume of utilised gas increased from 23.9 bln. m3 to 34.3 bln. m3, i.e. by 10.4 bln. m3.
The Ministry supports the Conference considering it relevant and timely for the development of clean technologies in Kazakhstan, introducing them in production and, as a consequence, reducing the man-caused load on climate, improving the quality of people’s life, and further development of Kazakhstan’s industry while maintaining the ecological balance.
I wish all the exhibitors, guests, and organisers of the Exhibition and Conference fruitful and creative work, good health, and every success in promoting clean technologies in Kazakhstan!
S. Mynbayev
Minister of Oil and Gas
Republic of Kazakhstan
Dear Ladies and Gentlemen,
On behalf of the Ministry of Environment Protection of the Republic of Kazakhstan, I would like to welcome the exhibitors and guests of the Exhibition of EcoTechnologies and EcoServices for Industrial and Municipal Sectors EcoTech 2010 and the delegates of the Conference Cooperation to Reduce Emissions. Analysis, Questions, Best Technologies and Practices.
The Republic of Kazakhstan has been pursuing an active policy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Thus, in March 2009, our country ratified the Kyoto Protocol to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change. RK Government announced its quantitative commitments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 15% before 2020, and by 25% before 2050 in pro ration to the 1992 baseline in conformity with the commitments under the Kyoto Protocol.
The condition for effective implementation of the obligations under UNFCCC and KP, as well as for the post-2012 regime preparation is to develop necessary institutional framework and to prepare relevant strategic documents. Therefore, active work is ongoing in the country to develop a strategy for low-carbon development, a programme for adaptation to climate change in Kazakhstan, as well as other laws and regulations on the Kyoto Protocol mechanisms implementation.
Each year, based on statistical data, greenhouse gases inventory is conducted. All the users of natural resource shall make inventories of greenhouse gases. Then, each company will be allocated their quota of greenhouse gases.
Kazakhstan started the process of setting up the internal carbon market, which in the future must be connected to the international carbon trading platform. By the end of 2010, work will be completed on setting up the legislative framework and the market will commence its activities in 2011.
Over these five years, our ministry has been supporting the holding of EcoTech Exhibition considering it to be relevant and timely for further development of environmental technologies in Kazakhstan, introducing these technologies into production, improving quality of life of the people, and developing Kazakhstan’s industry while maintaining the ecobalance.
I wish all the exhibitors, guests and organisers of the exhibition and conference fruitful and creative work, good health, and every success in your noble cause!
M. Turmagambetov
Acting Minister of Environment Protection Republic of Kazakhstan
Dear Ladies and Gentlemen,
On behalf of the Ministry of Industry and New Technologies of the Republic of Kazakhstan, I cordially welcome the exhibitors of the 6th Central Asian International Exhibition of EcoTechnologies and EcoServices for Industrial and Municipal Sectors EcoTech 2010 and participants in the International Conference Cooperation to Reduce Emissions. Analysis, Questions, Best Technologies and Practices held within the framework of the exhibition.
In the light of ratification of the Kyoto Protocol by Kazakhstan, the issue of low-carbon development has acquired the utmost relevance. The Ministry of Industry and New Technologies of Kazakhstan developed and is implementing the 2009-2010 Energy Conservation Plan comprising regional comprehensive plans for energy conservation. For the purposes of systemic implementation of the energy saving policy, the Draft Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan On Energy Conservation and Increased Efficiency is being finalised.
One of the priority trends to develop electric power generation and to resolve environmental problems of Kazakhstan is the use of renewable energy. The potential of renewable energy resources (hydropower, wind, and solar energy) in Kazakhstan is very significant.
It is planned to construct wind power units of 125 MW installed capacity and to commission new small hydropower stations of over 100 MW overall installed capacity in Kazakhstan by 2015.
The Ministry is supportive of the conference seeing it as a relevant and timely event for the development of environmentally friendly technologies in Kazakhstan and their introduction into production processes, thus reducing the anthropogenic impact on the climate, improving the quality of life, and facilitating further development of Kazakhstan’s industry while maintaining the ecological balance.
I wish to all the exhibitors, guests and organisers of the exhibition and conference fruitful and creative work, good health, and success in promoting clean technologies in Kazakhstan!
A. Rau
First Vice-Minister of Industry and New Technologies Republic of Kazakhstan
Dear Ladies and Gentlemen,
I am happy to welcome the exhibitors and guests of the 6th Central Asian International Exhibition EcoTech 2010 and WaterTech Central Asia 2010, as well as the delegates of the Conference Cooperation to Reduce Emissions. Analysis, Questions, Best Technologies and Practices.
Almaty City Akimat pays a great deal of attention to the issues of ecology, public amenities and sanitation of the city. Implementation is going on of the Comprehensive Programme to Reduce Environmental Pollution in Almaty, Regional Programme Rivers and Water Basins of Almaty, Programme for Energy Saving and Introduction of Renewable Energy Sources; reconstruction of the existing parks and public gardens and arrangement of new greenery areas is underway; Memorandums have been signed with KazTransGas JSC to carry out a project for motor transport transition to natural gas as a fuel and provision of Almaty with sufficient volumes of natural gas so that we could ensure gas supply not only for private households but for thermal power enterprises as well. Implementation of the new transport strategy is continued – Phase One of the underground is being completed, construction of the Eastern Bypass Highway, capital repair and widening of motorways, and construction of new streets is going on.
We support the “green bridge” initiative voiced at the 6th Ministerial Conference on Environment and Development in Asia and the Pacific in Astana providing for an ecological bridge between the countries of this region and the European countries. To achieve sustainable development, we have to adopt the best, ecologically safe technologies.
In this connection, I would like to point out the relevance of the exhibition and conference aimed to develop the nature protection complex, share experience, introduce state-of-the-art ecologically clean, energy- and resource-saving technologies in industrial production and municipal economy, and reduce the level of environment pollution both in the city of Almaty and throughout the whole of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
I am sure that this exhibition, which has already become traditional, will contribute to further fruitful and mutually beneficial cooperation between ecology professionals, development of environmental management at Kazakhstan’s enterprises, and will become a venue to establish business contacts and sign long-term agreements.
I wish the exhibitors, guests and organisers of the exhibition and conference successful work, creative success and prosperity!
Ye. Shormanov
Almaty City Deputy Akim
On behalf of the Trade Representation of the Russian Federation to the Republic of Kazakhstan, I would like to welcome the exhibitors and visitors of EcoTech 2010, the Central Asian International Exhibition of EcoTechnologies and EcoServices for Industrial and Municipal Sectors.
The growing technological pressure on nature from man, and the increasing volumes of production and consumption waste are part and parcel of modern society, and the successful solution to the problem of appropriate and environmentally safe management of them is a measure of the maturity and civility of a country’s population and leadership.
In this regard, I would like to highlight the sustained and concerted efforts of all levels of government in Kazakhstan, from the President to city and village administrations, to bring to this important area qualified specialists, the latest technological solutions, and best practices, including from abroad.
For their part, the Russian participants of the exhibition and forum are ready to demonstrate to their Kazakh colleagues all the latest achievements of the past year, not in words, but by participating in the process of steadily improving the quality of life of every Kazakhstani citizen.
I wish all the exhibitors and visitors of EcoTech 2010 success, and I hope you achieve your goals at the exhibition.
V. Verzhbitsky
Director Office of the Trade Representation of the Russian Federation to the Republic of Kazakhstan in Almaty
Tengizchevroil LLP (TCO) is glad to welcome all the participants and guests of the 6th Central Asian International Exhibition “Eco-Technologies and Eco-Services for Industrial and Municipal Sectors” – EcoTech 2010 and also the delegates of the Conference “Cooperation on Reduction of Emissions”.
Over the last three years TCO has been a strong supporter of the EcoTech exhibitions which promote environmental management system development, implementation of advanced environmentally friendly technologies, successful and mutually beneficial cooperation of specialists on environmental issues, and the establishment of business contacts and knowledge exchange. And TCO has also supported the concept of holding technical conferences during the exhibitions to discuss various topical environmental issues.
This year Tengizchevroil is acting as a General Sponsor of the conference “Cooperation on Reduction of Emissions”. The conference will touch upon major topics such as: commitments of the Republic of Kazakhstan under the Kyoto Protocol, reduction of pollutants and greenhouse gas emissions into the atmosphere and other issues related to mitigation of environmental impacts. This event will allow experts to present new technologies and concepts as well as share practical experience of theorists and practitioners from nearby countries and regions.
I would like to wish all the participants, guests and sponsors of the exhibition and conference successful work, creative progress, prosperity and continued effective cooperation for the benefit of the Republic of Kazakhstan!
Best regards,
Mike Jennings
General Manager of Operational Excellence, Health, Environment and Safety Department Tengizchevroil LLP
Dear Ladies and Gentlemen,
On behalf of Iteca, an exhibition company of Kazakhstan, and its international partner, ITE Group Plc, a British exhibition company, we would like to extend our sincere welcome to all exhibitors and guests of the 6th Central Asian International Exhibition of Eco-Technologies and Services for Industry and Municipal Facilities – EcoTech 2010, Water and Water Technology Exhibition - WaterTech Central Asia 2010 and delegates of the International Conference – “Cooperation to Reduce Emissions. Analysis. Questions. Best Technologies and Practices”!
We are confident that our exhibitors and guests will get an excellent opportunity to communicate, establish new and develop existing business ties, and exhibition visitors will be able to get familiarised with the latest achievements in the field of environment protection and rational water and nature management.
We are happy to realise that the conference has been supported as a Proud Sponsor by such major Kazakhstan company as TengizChevrOil LLP.
We would like to express our special gratitude to the Ministry of Environmental Protection of Kazakhstan, Ministry of Industry and New Technologies of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Ministry of Oil and Gas of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Almaty City Administration, Almaty City Administration for Natural Resources and Nature Management Regulation, Almaty City Administration for Power and Housing Utilities, UNDP, Kazakhstan Business Association for Sustainable Development (KBASD), The Regional Environmental Centre for Central Asia (CAREC) and Kazakhstan Petroleum Law Association (KPLA) for their active support of and participation in the event. Our heartfelt thanks go to all companies taking part in the 6th Central Asian International Exhibition EcoTech 2010 and Water and Water Technology Exhibition - WaterTech Central Asia 2010.
Our hope is that the Exhibition and Conference will make their contribution to the development of the environmental sector of Kazakhstan and Central Asia and become guarantors of establishing durable business contacts.
We wish all exhibitors and visitors efficient work at the Exhibition, well-being and successful business! And see you in 2010!
Sincerely yours,
The Organising Committee
ITE Group Plc / Iteca
