ALMATY

The largest metropolis of Kazakhstan, and the country’s economic and cultural center. The city combines rapid population and business growth with a focus on sustainable development and improving the quality of the urban environment.

Key transformation directions include “smart” mobility, expansion of green spaces, increased energy efficiency, and improvement of the environmental situation.

Main examples include the renewal of public transport, creation of the green belt, air quality monitoring, and implementation of circular economy principles in waste management.

2.32M

[ population ]

8

[ districts ]

18 м²

[ green areas per resident ]

>70 %

[ urban population ]

89 AQI

[ air quality ]

08.07

[ECOLOGY]

Air and Transport: the Balance Between City and Nature

More than 60% of emissions in Almaty come from motor vehicles,
yet in recent years the area of green spaces has been expanding, and environmental initiatives are being implemented.
The city’s main goal is to reduce pollution and transition to sustainable mobility.

15.04

[ECONOMIC]

Investments in Urban Development

Between 2021 and 2023, investments in fixed capital increased from 1,760 to 2,050 billion ₸.
A 9% growth demonstrates Almaty’s attractiveness for business and the development of construction, transport, and IT sectors.
The city’s economy remains a key driver of national growth.

10.03

[ DEMOGRAPHY ]

Population growth:
a city of attraction

Over the past ten years, Almaty’s population has grown from 1.7 to 2.3 million people.
The main drivers of this growth are migration and the high concentration of educational and employment opportunities.
The city is becoming a key demographic center of Kazakhstan.

The modern dynamics of Almaty reflect a balance between economic growth and environmental challenges.

ANALYTICS