INTEGRATING ESG PRINCIPLES IN UZBEKISTAN’S HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES
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https://doi.org/10.60078/2992-877X-2025-vol3-iss3-pp259-266Abstract
The hospitality industry in Uzbekistan has been rapidly expanding, with a significant increase in hotels and room capacity, particularly in Tashkent, Samarkand, and Bukhara. As part of the country’s sustainable development efforts, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles are being integrated into regulatory frameworks and business practices. This article examines the current state of ESG adoption in Uzbekistan’s hotel industry, the impact of national policies, and the benefits of implementing ESG strategies. A literature review highlights global best practices and the financial advantages of ESG compliance. The study also presents an analysis of ESG implementation challenges and provides recommendations for enhancing sustainability in Uzbekistan’s hospitality sector.
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ESG implementation hospitality industry sustainable tourism Uzbekistan green hotelsReferences
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