Public Hearings Held on the Construction Project of the Digital Technology Research Center
2026-10-20 11:50:00 / Public hearings
The public hearings were organized in accordance with the requirements of the Law of the Republic of Uzbekistan “On Environmental Expertise, Environmental Impact Assessment and Strategic Environmental Assessment,” as well as Cabinet of Ministers Resolution No. 234 dated May 11, 2026.
The event was attended by representatives of the Ministry of Digital Technologies, the Tashkent Region Hokimiyat, IT Park Uzbekistan, and the Center for State Environmental Expertise, as well as specialists from Index Consulting Company and local residents.
During the event, representatives of Index Consulting Company delivered a presentation, paying particular attention to measures aimed at mitigating the project’s potential adverse environmental impacts.
According to the project, environmental protection measures are предусмотрed for both the construction and operational phases of the facility. These include monitoring soil and water conditions, waste management, and controlling dust and noise levels. Additional measures are planned to ensure the safety of traffic flows and laboratory operations, prevent emergencies, and improve the efficiency of resource and energy use.
To ensure environmental safety, it was proposed that, before construction begins, baseline monitoring of ambient air quality, daytime and nighttime noise levels, and soil conditions be conducted for a period of at least 14 days.
During the construction phase, regular monitoring of dust, noise and vibration levels, water runoff conditions, and waste generation is planned. An environmental audit is also предусмотрed upon completion of the construction works.
Following the public hearings, local residents expressed their support for the implementation of the project. At the same time, they emphasized the importance of strictly complying with environmental safety requirements throughout construction, minimizing adverse environmental impacts, and ensuring the timely implementation of the planned environmental protection measures.