It is proposed to create a network of “Shaded Walking Streets” on the main sidewalks in 32 cities and districts of our country.
The proposal includes increasing the greenery level of the Republic to 14.1 percent, constructing 80 infrastructure facilities and more than 110 kilometers of health trails along coastlines and riverbanks.
About this, the Ministry of Ecology press service reported that it has been specifically mentioned in the draft decree of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan "On the implementation of the state program related to the protection of the environment and the "green economy" year within the "Uzbekistan–2030" strategy. noted here.
Based on the appeals and suggestions received from the population, there is a demand to create favorable conditions for improving the ecological environment in residential areas and promoting a healthy lifestyle. Scientists from China's "Huajun" Science and Technology University studied the environment and human psychology, analyzing information about the proximity of green respondents' homes to green areas within 300, 500, 1000, and 1500 meter radii, as well as data on well-being, disease occurrence, and mortality. As a result, it was found that spending a long time in green spaces reduces the risk of depression and anxiety.
International experience
In Paris, France, there is increased attention towards actions like “Big nature, little concrete” with the aim of addressing ecological issues, further perfecting urban greening measures. This has led to the removal of concrete in front of many buildings and constructions, creating green covers or planting tree saplings, and increasing the forestation level in cities.
In particular, the concrete-covered area at “Hotel de Ville-Ratushey” in Paris city was transformed into an eco-oasis covered with groves by 2020.
According to the project, a program planned for the years 2025–2027 will be developed to implement the “Shaded Walking Streets” system. This will reduce air pollution by 5-10 percent and lower the air temperature along busy sidewalks by 3-5 degrees. It will also increase the physical activity of the population and create opportunities to lead a healthy lifestyle.
For your information, the draft decree is publicly available for discussion on the "Uzbekistan-2030" national strategy online portal. The project will be subject to public and expert discussion until January 22, 2025. You can actively participate and send your suggestions and comments through the uzbekistan2030.uz online portal and the @Ekologiya_yili_bot telegram bot http://@Ekologiya_yili_bot(@Ekologiya_yili_bot).
