THE EFFECTIVENESS OF DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES IN WATER RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Keywords:
Green economy, Integrated Water Resources Management (IRWM), digital technologies, IoT sensors, SCADA systems, water productivity, drip irrigation, Uzbekistan, sustainable developmentAbstract
This article examines the effectiveness of digital technologies in managing Uzbekistan’s water resources based on the principles of the green economy. The study examines the challenges of water scarcity, transboundary dependence, and low water productivity in the country. The role of technologies such as IoT sensors, SCADA systems, and NDVI monitoring in saving water, reducing energy consumption, and increasing yields is demonstrated through comparative tables. The results indicate that through digital transformation and government subsidies, water consumption can
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