The Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK) recently led an initiative under the "CWEH Uzbekistan" project, organizing workshop aimed at imparting foundational skills in geospatial analysis and learning basics of GIS. This two-day workshop, held on the 18th and 19th of October, was tailored to cater to students enrolled in the Hydrometeorological department at the National University of Uzbekistan in Tashkent.
The target audience of the Workshop was not chosen by chance, since capacity building and the assisting in preparing specialists in the field of climate change at the National University of Uzbekistan are one of the key work packages of the "CWEH Uzbekistan" project.
Workshop program included theoretical part, practical tasks and an introduction of educational resources that can be useful for students during their studies.
Oleksandra Khala - representative from the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK), guided students through the theoretical segment and practical exercises. During the workshop, students got acquainted with the foundational concepts in geospatial analysis and utilization of QGIS tools for spatial data manipulation and visualization. Participants gained insights into mapping techniques and can apply this knowledge for their future research.
On the second day of the workshop, the "CWEH Uzbekistan" project coordinator, Dr. Iulii Didovets introduced students to educational resources, notably the Climate Impacts Online platform developed by the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK). This comprehensive web portal serves as a repository of up-to-date climate information, offering a plethora of insights into climate impacts across various sectors.
During the session, students learned the platform's diverse functionalities and its capacity to offer comprehensive information on climate-related trends and impacts in Central Asia. Moreover, students completed practical tasks that enabled them to explore the Climate Impacts Online platform features firsthand.
Collaborative efforts between the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research and the National University of Uzbekistan reflect a commitment to knowledge exchange, capacity building, and the collective pursuit of solutions to mitigate the impacts of climate change. And conducting such workshops lay a strong foundation for continued collaboration and advancements in climate research and education.
