Naryn to Build Wastewater Treatment Facilities

Why this is here: The EBRD has allocated over 1 billion euros to projects in Kyrgyzstan since its independence, supporting around 300 initiatives across various economic sectors.

Erlis Akunbekov and Ayten Rustamova announced plans to begin construction on wastewater treatment facilities in Naryn, Kyrgyzstan in June 2026. The project aims to establish a centralized sewage system for roughly 20,000 residents of Naryn city. Officials expect the new facility to improve sanitation and reduce pollution entering the Naryn River.

The total cost of the project is $8.5 million. The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development has invested over 1 billion euros into roughly 300 projects in Kyrgyzstan since the country’s independence. Currently, the bank manages 33 projects across 28 municipalities.

Naryn previously received 4 million euros in EBRD credit from 2016 to 2020 for water and wastewater improvements. However, in 2025, local representatives raised concerns about the city’s ability to repay the associated loans, which total 56.4 million soms annually—a significant portion of Naryn’s 270 million soms annual budget. Work to secure sustainable financing continues alongside construction.