GREEN ECONOMY AS A STRATEGIC GUIDELINE AND IMPORTANT FACTORS FOR THE SUSTAINABLE FUTURE OF THE COAL INDUSTRY

The article traces the path of formation of ideas of sustainable development - from the report of the Brundtland Commission to the Paris Climate Agreement - and reveals their impact on the transformation of national economies. The modern world is on the verge of profound environmental and energy transformations, where the concept of a green economy is becoming not just a theoretical model, but a practical necessity. Special attention is paid to Uzbekistan, where the transition to a green economy is considered as a key factor in modernizing the coal industry, increasing its environmental safety and competitiveness in the face of global changes. It is emphasized that the introduction of the principles of the green economy can ensure a harmonious combination of industrial development and environmental conservation.