The National Committee for Ecology and Climate Change has provided updates regarding ongoing discussions on transitioning greenhouse farming operations in Tashkent and the surrounding region to eco-friendly heating technologies. Officials are reportedly evaluating measures to allow these agricultural facilities to continue operating under strict requirements to convert them into sustainable "green greenhouses."

According to the committee, the onset of colder weather and atmospheric inversions has triggered a surge of complaints from local residents, particularly in the Yunusabad district, regarding severe air quality degradation and unpleasant odors caused by coal-fired heating systems. In response, environmental inspectors have conducted field assessments and collected ambient air samples to measure pollution levels.

During recent evaluations, a joint working group reviewed a prototype heating and filtration system based on Chinese manufacturing technologies presented by greenhouse operators. However, official measurements conducted by the National Ecological Monitoring Center revealed that the tested filtration units failed to meet legally mandated safety and emissions standards, prompting authorities to require further technical improvements.

The regulatory restrictions and bans on greenhouse operations lacking certified, eco-safe heating infrastructure remain firmly in place due to the documented health risks posed by industrial and heating emissions. Meanwhile, officials indicate that subsidy packages and tax incentives are being considered for business owners willing to upgrade to compliant, low-emission energy sources.

Source: www.gazeta.uz