The Practical Significance of the Green Finance Concept in the Food Industry

This paper examines the practical significance of green finance in the food industry, with a particular focus on Uzbekistan. It highlights the role of key financial instruments—green bonds, sustainability-linked loans, and blended facilities such as the EBRD’s Green Economy Financing Facility (GEFF)—in reducing resource intensity, improving environmental performance, and enhancing food security. Empirical evidence shows that green finance interventions reduce CO₂ emissions and energy consumption by 20–25%, foster technological modernization, and strengthen investor confidence. Moreover, projects such as the modernization of cold-chain systems directly contribute to lowering food losses and improving nutritional outcomes. The findings demonstrate the dual role of green finance in promoting both ecological sustainability and socio-economic resilience, providing important implications for policy and practice.