Zhuldyz Saulebekova

Zhuldyz Saulebekova is the executive director of the Almaty Air Initiative, an environmental project focused on addressing air pollution issues in Almaty, Kazakhstan. She has been vocal about the alarming number of vehicles operating without catalytic converters, estimating that around 60 percent of cars in the city lack this essential component, which is crucial for reducing harmful emissions. Her advocacy emphasizes the urgent need for stricter government regulations and public awareness to combat the environmental and social repercussions of this growing problem.