In particular, Sharifbek Hasanov, Director of the Agency for Waste Management and Circular Economy Development, delivered a report on the work carried out and the priority tasks in the field of waste management.
Results achieved in waste management in 2025:
The coverage rate of sanitation services by mahallas reached 88%. As a result of reforms in the sector, accounts receivable decreased by 9%. Compared to 2023, payments increased threefold. Annual revenues reached UZS 1.5 trillion.
As a result, infrastructure was improved:
The Agency for Waste Management and Circular Economy Development purchased 38 scooters worth UZS 1.9 billion, 108 units of special-purpose equipment worth UZS 107 billion, and 572 containers worth UZS 2.2 billion. These were delivered to sanitation enterprises on leasing terms.
Waste landfills are being brought into proper order:
Landscaping works were carried out around 132 waste landfills. A total of 391,000 seedlings were planted, and “green belts” were established. Internal roads totaling 34.1 km were repaired at 61 landfills. The operation of 47 landfills was suspended.
Eco-industrial zones are being established:
Eco-industrial zone areas covering 208.2 hectares were designated in 13 regions. In 7 regions, 102.4 hectares of land were transferred to the Agency’s disposal based on decisions of regional khokims.
Plans for 2026:
A total of 300 units of special-purpose equipment, 80 scooters, and 600 containers will be delivered to sanitation enterprises on leasing terms. With this equipment, an additional 125 mahallas will be covered, increasing the coverage rate by mahallas to 90%.
A total of 18 landfills will be reclaimed. In 2026, the number of landfills will be reduced to 65, or by 32.6%, and by 2030, this figure will be reduced by 50%.
As a result of the construction of transfer stations:
By 2026, 28 transfer stations will be built. They will receive 5 million tons of waste per year, accounting for 33.3% of the total volume. As waste will no longer be transported directly to landfills, logistics costs for special-purpose equipment will decrease by 15–20%.
By 2030, 70 transfer stations will be built. They will receive 17.2 million tons of waste per year, covering 100% of generated waste. Logistics costs for special-purpose equipment will decrease by 25–35%, and waste will no longer be sent directly to landfills.