We are committed to sustainable development and strive to create a balance between environmental, social and economic responsibility.
We put continuous learning and development at the center of our approach, focusing on strengthening the leadership skills of our employees.
We actively encourage inclusion and recognize the importance of each employee's unique contributions by creating an environment where everyone feels accepted and valued as a team member.
We stand for full transparency in our operations. Our information is available to all, and we are committed to high standards of accountability and long-term relationships with partners and the community.
CSD Center is an independent non-profit organization engaged in implementing projects in the fields of environmental protection and sustainable development.
Our mission is to create environmentally sustainable solutions and innovative approaches that promote environmental stewardship and ensure favorable conditions for present and future generations.
Equal opportunities
Our goal is to create a work environment free from restrictions based on nationality, gender, age, religious beliefs and other grounds.
We support measures to promote peace, security and conflict prevention. A safe workplace is our priority.
Peace and security
Vera Mustafina
The CSD Center is an organization focused on creating an environmentally sustainable future for our country and our planet. We believe that going green is not just a trendy buzzword; it is the key to tomorrow's success.
In collaboration with our partners, we develop and implement sustainable development programs that not only benefit the environment but also contribute to the country's economic growth. We are confident that sustainability plays a crucial role in the development process. Today, those who actively work in the field of ecology will become the leaders of tomorrow.
Our goal is to establish partnerships that will help us overcome global environmental challenges.
Executive Director
International expert in the field of waste management and chemical safety Member of the Council on Transition of the Republic of Kazakhstan to a "green" economy under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Member of the Public Council of the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan
Executive Director
Vera Mustafina
International waste management, chemical safety and environmental protection expert.
Member of the Council on the transition of the Republic of Kazakhstan to a "green" economy under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
Member of the Public Council of the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
Participated in the implementation of more than 120 environmental protection projects aimed at improving dialog between stakeholders, development of legislative and methodological documents, preparation of analytical reviews, awareness raising.
Our team
The Center's team includes a group of highly qualified experts and specialists
Director of the Waste and Chemical Safety Department
Director of the Waste and Water Resources Department
Project Manager
Yulia Lobuntsova
Assem Bodauova
Aizhan Ryskulova
Director of the Waste and Chemical Safety Department
Yulia Lobuntsova
Waste management, chemical safety and environmental protection expert
Author and co-author of a number of national standards, developer of draft regulatory documents in Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan.
Has 10 years of practical experience in research of municipal, electronic, industrial and other types of waste in Kazakhstan.
Director of the Waste and Water Resources Department
Assem Bodauova
Manager of the PlastNet and CAR@WAN networks.
Participated in the implementation of projects on formation of educational programs in the field of water resources management, climate change and climate risks for training and retraining of water professionals.
Project Manager
Aizhan Ryskulova
Expert in the field of waste management.
Has strong relationships with various stakeholders, including waste management companies, government agencies in Kazakhstan, Russia, Uzbekistan.
Chief manager for the organization and holding of the annual Green Energy&Waste Recycling Forum.