Concentration for sustainable development

Stihia once again calls inquisitive minds from around the world to gather on the shores of the dried-up sea to continue the dialogue about how today’s innovations, culture, and economy affect our future.

June 6, 12:00 – 12:30

“Aralkum national park: creation history and development Prospects” (E. Bykova)

Elena Bykova — Ph.D. in Biological Sciences, head of the rare species accounting and cadastre laboratory at the Institute of Zoology, Academy of Sciences of Uzbekistan, co-founder of the Saiga Conservation Alliance, and recipient of the Marsh (2009) and Whitley (2011) awards.

June 6, 12:40 – 13:10

“Biodiversity of the new Aralkum desert (Fauna)” (A. Esipov)

Alexander Esipov — Expert with 40 years of experience in applied biology, works at the Institute of Zoology and Chatkal State Biosphere Reserve. Author of over 100 scientific works, including materials for the Red Data Book of Uzbekistan, and since 2016 has been participating in the biodiversity conservation program on Resurrection Island in the Aral Sea.

June 6, 13:20 – 13:50

“Ecotourism in the Aral sea area: potential, challenges, and development prospects based on specific tours” (B. Mammetova)

Barno Mammetova — Head of the retraining and advanced training department at the Scientific Research Institute of Tourism Development, author of courses and books, Silk Road heritage guide.

June 6, 14:00 – 14:30

“Glacier mass balance studies of the Western Tien Shan” (Kh. Mamirov)

Khalimjon Mamirov — Junior researcher at the Center for Glacial Geology, Institute of Geology and Geophysics, Ministry of Mining Industry and Geology of Uzbekistan. Specializes in glaciology and hydrometeorology.

June 6, 14:40 – 15:20

“Socio-economic consequences of glacier melting: assessing the impact on Central Asian regions, including agriculture, tourism, migration, and food security” (Sh. Yunusov)

Shamshod Yunusov — Organizer of public initiatives and communications specialist with practical skills in improving local services through projects of international organizations, actively involved in creating NGOs in Uzbekistan, promoting interaction between local authorities and communities for sustainable socio-economic development.

June 6, 15:30 – 16:00

“Ecological interdependence: snow leopard conservation and the fight for the Aral sea” (F. Mannapbekova)

Fatima Mannapbekova — Eco-activist, and coordinator of three international environmental grants aimed at protecting the snow leopard habitats in the Kyrgyz Alay region.

June 7, 12:00 – 12:50

Panel discussion: “Together for the future of the Aral sea: regional cooperation and ecological solutions” (Zauresh Alimbetova, Nursada Atamuratova, Oktabr Dospanov, moderated by Mutabar Khushvaktova)

Zauresh Alimbetova — Deputy Director of the Executive Directorate of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea in Kazakhstan. Extensive experience in addressing the rational use of water and natural resources, as well as implementing aid programs for the countries of the Aral Sea basin. She previously served as Director and Deputy Director of the Barsakelmes State Nature Reserve, focusing on ecosystem and biodiversity conservation.

Nursada Atamuratova — Head of the Department of Corporate and International Relations at the International Innovation Center of the Aral Sea Region.

Oktabr Dospanov — Guide, archaeologist, head of the Archaeology Department at the State Museum of Arts of the Republic of Karakalpakstan named after I.V. Savitsky, author of numerous works on archaeology and ecology.

Mutabar Khushvaktova — Eco-blogger, founder of the eco-brand Yashil Uyim, and the charity organization Baxt Ulash.

June 7, 13:00 – 13:30

“Trends in infrastructure development in Uzbekistan” (O. Yuldashev)

Oybek Yuldashev — Director of Public Sector, Infrastructure and Utilities Practice at PwC Uzbekistan with over 15 years of experience. He advises public sector agencies and international organizations on PPP, public policy, and infrastructure projects, having led projects related to improving the investment climate and sustainable development.

June 7, 13:30 – 14:00

“Prospects for the development of the electric vehicle industry: advantages and disadvantages” (S. Mamadjanov)

Sardorbek Mamadjanov — Manager of the consulting practice at PwC Uzbekistan with 11 years of experience in the automotive industry and government, specializing in investments, project management, and analytics.

June 7, 14:10 – 14:40

“Development of ‘Green’ transport corridors in Central Asia” (V. Ermizin)

Vladislav Ermizin — Consultant with over 15 years of experience in transport, logistics, PPP, and infrastructure.

June 7, 14:50 – 15:20

“Theremin: interactive sound interaction” (P. Theremin)

Peter Theremin — One of the world’s leading theremin performers, head of the Theremin School, founder of Theremin Today, and co-organizer of the International Theremin Culture Festival.

June 7, 15:30 – 16:00

Panel Discussion: “Development of electronic music in Central Asia” (Otabek Suleimanov, Mari Breslavets, Edigee, Sao, moderated by Odil Mukhamedov)

Otabek Suleimanov — Stihia festival CEO, a passionate vinyl records digger and a DJ.

Mari Breslavets — Musician, DJ, producer, and co-founder of the FRUMOS parties and the HUDUD art space in Tashkent.

Edigee — Producer and DJ from Kazakhstan, teacher at the 4X4 DJ school, and one of the regular artists of the Stihia festival.

Sao — Multi-genre DJ and party promoter of “AfterТой”, resident of Bishkek parties Ailan Bar, EMM, TYN, and Cadence.

Odil Mukhamedov — Executive producer of moc, mocfest, and Stihia festivals.

June 7, 16:10 – 16:40

Film Screening: “Amu Darya: River to a Missing Sea” (James Chapman, Annie Liddell, Oscar Fraser Turner)

Amu Darya: River to a Missing Sea explores the memories of the Amu Darya – the Central Asian river that no longer reaches its original destination, the Aral Sea.

The film delves into the oral histories of those most affected, providing an insight into how Uzbek and Karakalpak communities are dealing with the desiccation of the Amu Darya, and how the USSR turned the Aral Sea from the world’s fourth largest lake into the world’s youngest desert.

Through tales of loss, adaptation, and hope, River to a Missing Sea offers the human story of an environmental disaster.

Credits:
Directed by: James Chapman, Annie Liddell, Oscar Fraser-Turner
Producers: James Chapman, Rosie Robinson
Executive Producers: George Monbiot, Dheeraj Akolkar
Editor: Oliver Bradley Baker
Music Composer: George Griffiths

Featuring:
Aynura Erejepbaeva
Yusup Kamalov
Komiljon Nurjonov
Gulaisha Esemuratova
Oralbay Otegenov
Jadiger Japarov
Professor Sabirov Qurbonboy
Elena Kann

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