GLOFCA Glacier Lake Inventory User Manual (EN)
This manual details the process of creating a glacial lake inventory for Central Asia using a standardized, automated approach. It uses open-source Python tools and Sentinel-2 data to regularly update lake maps across the region.
Glacier Lake Mapping Analytical Toolbox User Manual (EN)
This manual explains how to use the GLOFCA toolbox to map and monitor glacial lakes using high-resolution satellite data. It covers the toolbox’s Python-based implementation, which leverages open-source libraries and satellite imagery from Sentinel-1 and Sentinel-2.
Best Practice Guidance on GLOF Risk Assessment (Chapter 1) (EN)
This document outlines best practices for managing GLOF hazards in Central Asia, integrating national standards with international approaches. It covers procedures for glacial lake assessment and risk management established in the four countries and combines them with international scientific state-of-the-art approaches. This document was developed with contributions from international and national experts.
Best Practice Guidance Ch1 – Leaflet (EN/RU)
A leaflet about the pioneering regional approach to GLOF risk assessment and management
Methodology for hazard risk assessment in the Ala-Archa river valley
Prepared by: Central-Asian Institute for Applied Geosciences (CAIAG)
Report on field work at the dam and in the Adygene Lake area
Prepared by: Central-Asian Institute for Applied Geosciences (CAIAG)
Study of the development of outburst prone lakes in moraine-glacial complexes of the Ala-Archa river valley (part 2) (EN)
Prepared by: Central-Asian Institute for Applied Geosciences (CAIAG)
Study of the development of outburst prone lakes in moraine-glacial complexes of the Ala-Archa river valley
Prepared by: Central-Asian Institute for Applied Geosciences (CAIAG)
Report on the Adygene station maintenance work
Prepared by: Central-Asian Institute for Applied Geosciences (CAIAG)
Mudflow evacuation plan methodology in the Ala-Archa National Park
Prepared by: The Institute of Water Problems and Hydropower
Evolution of mountain lakes in Pskem river basin, Uzbekistan
This report provides a comprehensive review of the state of knowledge on GLOF hazard and risk in Uzbekistan, supporting the design and implementation of Early Warning Systems. It compiles decades of scientific research and data with international studies and perspectives.
Synthesis report on GLOF hazard and risk in Kyrgyzstan (EN)
This report provides a comprehensive review of the state of knowledge on GLOF hazard and risk in Kyrgyzstan.