Uzbekistan is considering changing the methodology for implementing the 'Yashil Maqon' project amid the death of some planted saplings. It is now proposed to evaluate the effectiveness of greening not only by the number of trees planted but also by their ability to survive over one, three, and five years.
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev reviewed the proposals regarding the further development of this project. Reasons for tree mortality include incorrect selection of species, insufficient watering, as well as the impact of diseases and pests.
Special 'green maps' are planned to be developed for each mahalla, which will contain information on suitable tree species, optimal planting locations, and necessary irrigation systems. Furthermore, a proposal has been put forward to introduce a 'green rating' for mahallas, which will take into account the area of green spaces, the total number of trees, their survival rate, and the degree of local resident involvement.
When carrying out greening work, priority is given to plant species that are resistant to drought, low temperatures, and moisture deficiency. Plans also include the development of modern nurseries and the pilot launch of the Yashil AI system. This system will analyze data on climate, soil, and water supply to assist in selecting locations and species for planting.
It is also proposed to implement the '3-30-300' principle: this means that there should be at least three trees within human sight, 30 percent of the territory should be covered by tree shade, and the green recreation area should be located no further than 300 meters from residential buildings.
It is worth noting that within the nationwide 'Yashil Maqon' initiative, over a billion saplings have been planted in Uzbekistan. Thanks to this project, the level of greening in the country has increased from 8% to 14%.
