The Future of Earth and Biodiversity Week
Carbon Solutions: The Path to a Sustainable Future
Republic of Kazakhstan
To raise awareness of the importance of carbon offsets and their role in combating climate change. We aim to showcase real examples of successful projects, equip visitors with practical skills to reduce their carbon footprint and inspire them to take personal and professional action in the field of sustainable development.
Discussion
- Decarbonisation
- Renewable energy
- Climate change
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Track Programme
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2025.09.23[Tue]
14:00 ～ 16:30
(Venue Open 13:30)
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- Venue
- Theme Weeks Studio
Programme details
Key messages or discussion topics
1) Carbon offset basics:
- What carbon offsets are and how they work.
- Different types of carbon offset projects: reforestation, renewable energy, carbon capture technologies.
2) Climate and ecosystem impact:
- How carbon offsets help mitigate climate change.
- Examples of successful projects and their impact on local ecosystems and communities.
3) Personal and corporate actions:
- How you can reduce your carbon footprint at the personal and business level.
- Practical steps to implement carbon offsets and sustainable practices in your everyday life.
4) Innovations and technologies:
- The latest technologies and scientific developments in the field of carbon offsets and carbon capture.
- Prospects for the development of the carbon offset market and new trends.
5) Policy and regulation:
- The role of public policy and international agreements in supporting carbon offsets.
- How companies and citizens can participate in global initiatives to reduce carbon emissions.
Discussion topics
Carbon offset efficiency: How to evaluate and track the success of carbon offset projects.
Carbon offset market: Trends, challenges and opportunities for business.
Education and awareness: How to raise awareness and engagement in the fight against climate change.
Social aspects: The impact of carbon offsets on social and economic conditions in different regions.
Scheduled events
1) Presentation sessions:
- Opening of the event: Introduction to the topic of carbon offsets and the plan for the day.
- Panel Discussions: Experts discuss current issues and new trends in the field of carbon offsets.
- Speakers and Case Stages: Presentation of successful projects and their impact on the climate.
2) Interactive Master Classes:
- Creating plans to reduce your carbon footprint.
- Practical advice on implementing sustainable practices in life and business.
3)Networking and Partnerships:
- Selecting partners and cooperation: Meetings with representatives of companies and organizations working in the field of carbon offsets and sustainable development.
- Creating an online community for sharing experiences and best practices.
Cast
Moderator
Victor Kovalenko
EY Caucasus and Central Asia Climate Change and Sustainability Services Leader, Partner
An effective leader with extensive experience in providing sustainability services, including ESG strategies, ratings and reporting.
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Speakers
Mansur Oshurbaev
Vice-Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan
Mansur Oshurbaev, born in 1988 in Semey, Kazakhstan, holds degrees from the Kazakh National Technical University named after K.I. Satpayev and Turan-Astana University. He began his career in 2010 as a leading specialist in the Environmental Regulation Division of the Yesil Department of Ecology under the Ministry of Environmental Protection. From 2012 to 2016, he advanced through various roles including Head of Division and Deputy Head of Environmental Regulation. In 2016, he was appointed Deputy Head of the Department of Ecology for the Aktobe region under the Ministry of Energy. Between 2017 and 2019, he led the Department of Ecology for Astana city. Since 2019, he has served as Director of the Department of State Policy in Waste Management at the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources. Currently, Mr. Oshurbaev holds the position of Vice-Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
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Saken Kalkamanov
Acting Chairman of the Board of NCJSC "International Green Technologies and Investment Projects Center"
Mr. Saken Kalkamanov graduated from L.N. Gumilev Eurasian National University and Eurasian Humanitarian Institute. He has over 26 years of professional experience, having begun his career in 1997. He has held senior roles across state and quasi-state institutions, including as Head of Department at the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Deputy Akim of Turkestan region, and leadership positions in KazMunaiGas EP JSC, KazAgro National Management Holding JSC, and Kazagromarketing JSC. He also served as Managing Director of Zhasyl Damu JSC, where he led the Greenhouse and Climate Change portfolio, covering GHG inventory and emissions trading systems.
Under his leadership, Kazakhstan developed and submitted its first Biennial Transparency Report (BTR1), gaining recognition at COP29 in Baku as a regional leader in implementing the Paris Agreement.
Mr. Saken Kalkamanov has also spearheaded amendments to the Environmental Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan to strengthen the national carbon market and enable the launch of offset projects. He is a recipient of the “Yeren enbegi ushin” medal.
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Marat Yelibayev
Chairman of the Management Board of the Development Bank of Kazakhstan JSC
Marat Yelibayev graduated with honors in Finance and Accounting from T. Ryskulov Kazakh Economic University in 2005. He also studied at the International Academy of Business (MBA program) and earned a Master's in Finance (Corporate Finance) from London Business School in 2009 through the Bolashak Scholarship.
He began his career in 2004 at Deloitte, auditing major projects in energy, transport, and state sectors. From 2007 to 2010, he worked at PricewaterhouseCoopers as Manager in Mergers and Acquisitions. Between 2010 and 2014, he served as Investment Director/Vice President at CITIC Kazyna Investment Fund I L.P.
At the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), he led the renewable energy portfolio in Kazakhstan from 2014. In 2022, he joined the Development Bank of Kazakhstan JSC as Deputy Chairman of the Board and was appointed Chairman on December 4, 2023.
He oversees the Bank’s strategic operations and management. Mr. Yelibayev holds no shares in the Bank or its affiliates.
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Raekwon Chung
Recipient of Personal Copy of IPCC NOBEL PEACE PRIZE 2007
Pioneer of the concept of Green Growth since 2005 as director of UN ESCAP and published a report titled “Low Carbon Green Growth Roadmap” that presents strategies for stimulating economic growth and job creation by investing in climate actions and compiles best practices and success stories of Green Growth approaches that synergize climate actions and economic growth.
Participated in global climate change negotiations since 1991 as climate change Ambassador of Korea and as principal climate change advisor to UN Secretary-General Mr. Ban Ki-Moon and received a personal copy of Nobel Peace Prize 2007 awarded to IPCC in recognition of contribution to the IPCC special report on technology transfer.
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Talgat Amanbayev
Chief Innovation Officer, Member of the Management Board of AIFC
A seasoned professional with more than 12 years of experience Graduated from Indiana University Bloomington with a degree Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Computer Science, earned through the prestigious «Bolashak» scholarship, a member of the Presidential Youth Talent Pool. In the role, he held the position of Chairman of the Board of the National Company «Kazakh Tourism».
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Erzhan Sarsenbay
Chairman of the Management Board of “Zhasyl Damu” JSC
Mr. Erzhan Sarsenbay holds academic degrees in economics and law, with a professional focus on sustainable development, environmental policy, and public administration.
Mr. Sarsenbay began his career at the Ministry of Finance. He later worked at the Prime Minister’s Office and the Development Bank of Kazakhstan.
Mr. Sarsenbay led the credit department of a quasi-state holding and subsequently held senior positions at the Ministry of National Economy. He also served as Chairman of the Kazakhstan Center for Public-Private Partnership.
Since 2022, he has served as CEO of “Zhasyl Damu” JSC, the national operator responsible for greenhouse gas emissions management, waste regulation, and environmental modernization. Under his leadership, the company has advanced emissions trading system, introduced carbon regulation mechanisms, and strengthened Kazakhstan’s position in international climate policy.
Mr. Sarsenbay has over 20 years of experience in public administration, sustainable finance, and environmental governance. He has a strong interest in climate policy analysis and the global sustainability agenda.
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The Future of Earth and Biodiversity Week
Carbon Solutions: The Path to a Sustainable Future
To raise awareness of the importance of carbon offsets and their role in combating climate change. We aim to showcase real examples of successful projects, equip visitors with practical skills to reduce their carbon footprint and inspire them to take personal and professional action in the field of sustainable development.
-
2025.09.23[Tue]
14:00～16:30
(Venue Open 13:30)
- Theme Weeks Studio
- * Programme times and content are subject to change. Any changes will be announced on this website and via the ticket booking system.
- * The schedule is subject to change depending on the organiser's circumstances.
Please watch the Virtual Studio if you are outside the venue.
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