Uzbekistan's Sustainability Blueprint: Charting a Course for Green Growth and Digital Transformation
Abstract
The research analyses how Uzbekistan can achieve sustainable development through the combination of green growth strategies and digital transformation initiatives. Researchers use a mixed research design to analyze secondary data indicators for renewable power and digital platforms and green financial tools alongside expert interview results. The study shows that renewable energy investments lead to increased economic growth and digital infrastructure increases economic development together with enhanced accessibility of services. This research analyzes how available green finance along with green technology investment and stringent environmental policies affect the connection between green growth and digital transformation. Research findings add to theoretical sustainable development knowledge by documenting that environmental sustainability joins forces with technological development in developing economies. The research supplies useful guidance for decision makers and practitioners alongside stakeholders who need to design synchronized approaches that unite green growth and digital transformation for reaching sustainable development targets throughout Uzbekistan and other developing nations.
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