Petr Zavyalov

Petr Zavyalov is the Deputy Director of the Shirshov Institute of Oceanology, a prominent research institution in Russia. He has played a crucial role in studying the environmental changes affecting the Caspian Sea, including its alarming decline in water levels since the mid-1990s. His recent statements highlight the impact of climate change and altered precipitation patterns on the Caspian's ecosystem, emphasizing the need for regional cooperation among bordering nations to address these pressing environmental challenges.