This article highlights the importance of “green” investments and employment in the process of implementing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Uzbekistan. It examines the integration of the SDGs into national development policy, the practice of green budgeting, and the institutional and financial mechanisms for transitioning to a green economy within the framework of the “Uzbekistan–2030” Strategy. In particular, the article analyzes the dynamics of investments directed toward renewable energy, the tagging of state budget expenditures in accordance with the SDGs, and green financing instruments. Based on this analysis, it substantiates the role of green investments in achieving SDGs 7, 8, 9, 11, 12, and 13. Based on the results of the analysis, relevant conclusions are formulated, and scientific proposals and practical recommendations are developed.

This article presents a macro-level econometric analysis of the direct and indirect effects of the textile industry on air pollution in Uzbekistan. The analysis incorporates key variables, including electricity supply across the entire industrial sector, textile production output, and the share of the textile industry in total industrial activity. The study examines observed deviations in pollution levels and identifies underlying economic and structural factors. Based on the findings, the article provides policy-oriented recommendations and strategic measures aimed at mitigating environmental impacts and reducing air pollution in Uzbekistan.