Almaty has set its sights on becoming one of the leading smart and sustainable cities in the world and, since gaining independence, has made remarkable strides in developing sustainably. Despite favourable economic and demographic conditions, Almaty faces several challenges including air quality and pollutant emissions. 

This Smart City Profile of Almaty helps address these challenges. It offers practical recommendations for upscaling development and sustainability efforts in different areas. The recommendations suggest short-term measures and mid- to long-term solutions to help achieve sustainable development in the city.