ECOLOGICAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP AS A STRATEGIC FACTOR FOR ENSURING ECONOMIC SECURITY

Abstract

This article examines ecological entrepreneurship as a strategic factor in strengthening national economic security under conditions of growing environmental pressure and resource constraints. The purpose of the study is to substantiate the role of green business initiatives in reducing environmental risks while simultaneously generating employment, fostering innovation, and creating stable sources of income. The relevance of the topic stems from Uzbekistan’s ongoing transition to a green economy and the need to align environmental protection with national development priorities. Using comparative analysis, content analysis of policy documents, and generalization of international experience, the study explores how ecological entrepreneurship contributes to resource efficiency, technological modernization, and economic diversification. The findings show that countries integrating green entrepreneurship into their economic security frameworks demonstrate greater resilience to environmental and market shocks. The article concludes that ecological entrepreneurship should be regarded not merely as an environmental measure, but also as a structural pillar of economic security policy, and offers practical recommendations for strengthening institutional, financial, and educational support mechanisms for green businesses in Uzbekistan.