CURRENT TRENDS AND PROSPECTS OF GREEN FINANCING MECHANISMS IN UZBEKISTAN
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green finance, sustainable development goals (SDGs), climate finance, green investment, green bond, ESG.Abstract
This article examines the development of green finance in Uzbekistan in the context of global efforts to combat climate change and promote sustainable economic growth. The study analyses the reasons and importance of the transition to green finance, as well as the current state and development of green financial instruments in the country, including green bonds and green loans. Particular attention is given to government initiatives aimed at supporting sustainable development and introducing environmentally oriented financial mechanisms.
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