EVOLUTION OF CLIMATE LEGISLATION IN KAZAKHSTAN UNDER THE PARIS AGREEMENT

Abstract

One of the most significant global issues of the XXI century is climate change, which has a profound impact on the environmental, social, and economic spheres of life at the individual, community, and state levels. An efficacious mechanism for resolving this global issue is the presence of climate legislation designed to mitigate the impact of human activity on the climate and facilitate adaptation to its changes. In the contemporary era, climate legislation has become an integral component of public policy in numerous countries across the globe. This study examines the evolution of international climate change legislation and the contributions of international organizations, including the United Nations and the World Meteorological Organization. The study emphasizes that addressing issues related to climate change requires effective policy and legal regulation at both the national and global levels. Coordinated actions in these areas are essential for overcoming climate challenges and achieving sustainable development. Particular attention is paid to the process of integrating international commitments enshrined in the Paris Agreement into the legislation of Kazakhstan, as well as to the practical mechanisms of the state to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, develop renewable and alternative energy sources, and introduce carbon markets. In conclusion, the importance of further improvement of the legislative framework for more effective implementation of Kazakhstan's commitments under the Paris Agreement and sustainable development in the context of global climate change is emphasized.