Green Plan for the City of Naryn

The development and implementation of the Green Plan for the City of Naryn is a timely and necessary measure that aligns with the national policies of the Kyrgyz Republic on environmental protection, climate resilience, and the expansion of green spaces. As Naryn continues to urbanise rapidly, the growing extent of asphalted roads and concrete surfaces is contributing to the urban heat island effect. For this reason, the development of green infrastructure should encompass not only tree planting and the creation of green spaces, but also the use of permeable and semi-permeable surfaces to help reduce temperatures, improve stormwater infiltration, and support healthier urban vegetation.

According to a UN-Habitat (2024) assessment, green spaces in Naryn are unevenly distributed. Although public spaces account for 13.3% of the city’s built-up area, residents have access to less than 5 m² of improved green space per person. More than 60% of all public spaces are concentrated in the Balasagyn, Alma-Bak, and RTS neighbourhoods, while the central districts experience a significant shortage of green areas. Approximately 4,515 residents must walk more than ten minutes to reach the nearest public space.

This document presents the vision and key priorities for urban greening in Naryn, developed through consultations with municipal departments, regional agencies, participants of the Certificate Programme on Urban Resilience (CPUR), and local community activists. The five-year programme was reviewed by the Naryn City Council and approved by the relevant resolution in July 2026.