The new city of Alatau City aligns its development with the international standard ISO 37120 for sustainable cities. This standard serves as a benchmark for urban environmental quality, including ecology, transport, and digital services. The city follows the example of Astana, which was certified in 2024 as the first city in Central Asia to receive this status.
Key facts
- Development according to ISO 37120 for sustainable cities and communities.
- Astana was the first certified city in Central Asia under this standard in 2024.
- Over 40% of Kazakhstan's national standards are already harmonized with ISO documents.
- Planning of a national AI Standards Hub for certification and testing.