The Uzbekistan government has approved a resolution to reduce the harmful impact of transportation on the atmosphere by implementing eco-stickers for all categories of vehicles. Starting from June 1st, a new system called "Eco-Friendly Transport" will be launched to monitor compliance with emission standards. The system will divide territories into ecological zones based on their air quality, categorizing them as "clean" (green), "average" (yellow), and "harmful" (red).
Vehicles will be assigned corresponding eco-categories based on their emissions during diagnostic checks, receiving color-coded eco-stickers with electronic tags. Vehicles not meeting the zone's ecological standards will face restrictions or bans. The implementation will occur gradually nationwide until 2030, with the first phase covering Tashkent.
Free eco-stickers will be provided during vehicle registration or re-registration until specific deadlines, with exemptions for certain vehicles and annual free re-diagnostic checks. Emergency service and public transport vehicles are exempt from restrictions. The government plans to introduce temporary usage permits for vehicles in non-compliant zones, subject to environmental compensation.
Dynamic electronic ecological maps will be developed to monitor air quality in real-time, with clear signage in ecological zones. Additionally, a photo-video monitoring system will be established to enforce transport regulations. The government aims to integrate information systems by June 1st and develop a law on accountability for transport violations by December 1st. Subsidies for replacing "harmful" vehicles with "clean" ones are also under consideration, with financing proposals expected soon.
