Life on Land

AlmaU contribution

AlmaU contributes to terrestrial ecosystem restoration, biodiversity awareness and responsible management of green spaces.

Activities and documented evidence

Syr qorǵany – sekseýil: Restoring Degraded Land in the Aral Sea Region

The Syr qorǵany – sekseýil initiative is one of AlmaU’s principal environmental restoration projects. Launched in March 2024, the initiative focuses on the restoration of degraded landscapes in the Aral Sea region through the planting of saxaul, a drought-tolerant plant adapted to arid environments.

International Recognition for Ecosystem Restoration

On 18 December 2025, AlmaU announced that Syr qorǵany – sekseýil had received an award in the Actions RSE / ESGcategory at the Trophées des Entreprises 2025 awards. The awards were organised by the France–Kazakhstan Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

Conserving Natural Heritage: 100 Sievers Apple Trees in Almaty

On 16 May 2026, AlmaU opened its Alumni Alley in Medeu Park, Almaty. The event brought together graduates, university employees, students and their families.

Sponge City Kazakhstan: Supporting Urban Vegetation Through Water-Saving Technologies

On 5 November 2025, AlmaU and Lithuania-based Gumi Mix Group launched the Sponge City Kazakhstan pilot initiative. The project explores the use of water-retention technologies to support sustainable urban vegetation and climate adaptation.

Campus Biodiversity and Green Space Management

AlmaU’s Green University Policy, reviewed in 2025, establishes an institutional framework for environmental management and responsible use of natural resources. According to the policy, the University’s campus contains 6,395.75 m² of green areas.

Environmental Volunteering and Mountain Ecosystem Protection

AlmaU promotes environmental volunteering through activities in mountain and recreational areas. The University’s sustainability initiatives include hiking, environmental team-building, waste collection and awareness-raising activities undertaken with employees, students and external partners.

Evidence and related news (original links retained)

Official evidence: Syr qorǵany – sekseýil: Results and International Recognition, December 2025

Official evidence: AlmaU Receives Trophées des Entreprises 2025 Award

Official evidence: AlmaU Alumni Alley Opens in Medeu Park, May 2026

Official evidence: AlmaU and Gumi Mix Group Launch Sponge City Kazakhstan, November 2025

Official evidence: Green University Policy, reviewed 2025

Official evidence: AlmaU Eco Team Building: Joining Forces to Protect the Environment, August 2024

AlmaU: Life on Land — Green and Safe Streets

AlmaU Institutional History — 2025 Achievements

Official evidence: AlmaU Hosts “Expedition as a Lifestyle” Documentary Film Festival, November 2025

Official evidence: Green University Policy 2025