In Uzbekistan, the environmental responsibility of business owners is in whose hands the fate of trees?
Trees are not just greenery. They clean the air, reduce noise, provide shade in the summer and protection from the wind in the winter. Most importantly, they are public property.
In recent years, environmental protection issues have become one of the priorities of state policy in Uzbekistan. Many official meetings and round tables have emphasized the need to increase the level of Environmental Corporate Social Responsibility (ECSR) of business entities. However, in practice, the level of environmental awareness and responsibility among entrepreneurs is still not satisfactory.
This situation is especially noticeable in the central areas of Tashkent. For example, the situation on Bogboston Street in Yakkasaroy district is a clear example of this. The fate of the trees that have been growing tall for years at this location is currently under question.
Trees are not just greenery. They clean the air, reduce noise, provide shade in the summer and protection from the wind in the winter. Most importantly, they are considered public property. However, it is a pity that some entrepreneurs treat this wealth with negligence, cutting down trees under the pretext of various construction and reconstruction projects.
Environmental corporate social responsibility is not just a word, but includes approaches such as adhering to environmental standards in doing business, preserving green spaces, and rational use of resources. An entrepreneur who deeply understands ECIM today will be the founder of a sustainable and socially responsible business tomorrow.