Green Technologies, Human Psychology, and Education: Evidence from Uzbekistan's National Sustainability Transition
Keywords:
green technologies, psychological well-being, sustainability education, Uzbekistan, green economy, pro-environmental behaviour, business sustainability, ecological literacy.Abstract
Uzbekistan is undergoing a rapid and ambitious green technology transition, committing to derive 54% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2030 and investing approximately USD 2.90 billion in clean energy in 2024 alone. While the technical and macroeconomic dimensions of this transformation have been extensively documented, its psychological and educational implications remain underexplored. This paper examines how green technology adoption influences human psychological well-being, pro-environmental attitudes, and motivational orientations among Uzbek citizens, students, and business professionals. Drawing on Attention Restoration Theory, Stress Recovery Theory, and Self-Determination Theory, and integrating empirical evidence from national education programmes, business sector case studies, and international development initiatives, the paper demonstrates that Uzbekistan's green transition is simultaneously an environmental, psychological, and pedagogical phenomenon. Findings indicate that green technology environments positively affect cognitive performance and psychological resilience, while targeted sustainability education programmes are cultivating ecological literacy and green entrepreneurial identity across the country. Implications for national education policy, corporate sustainability strategy, and future cross-cultural research are discussed.
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