Environmental responsibility of business in the context of implementing a green economy in the Kyrgyz Republic

This article examines the environmental responsibility of business as a strategic factor in sustainable socio-economic development in the context of the emergence of a green economy. The authors confirm that, in modern conditions, environmentally responsible behavior of enterprises goes beyond formal compliance with environmental legislation and is becoming a systematic element of corporate governance aimed at increasing the competitiveness and long-term sustainability of business. The economic essence of environmental responsibility of business is revealed, the level of its implementation and the main directions are determined in the context of the transition to environmentally oriented business models. Particular attention is paid to the analysis of mechanisms for implementing environmental responsibility, including environmental management systems, environmental auditing, and ESG reporting, as tools for integrating environmental priorities into enterprise development strategies. The characteristics and challenges of developing environmentally responsible entrepreneurship in the Kyrgyz Republic, the country's transition to a green economy, and priority areas for its further development are considered, based on the limited natural resources and growing environmental risks. Based on the results of the study, the authors concluded that environmental responsibility of business is not a cost, but an investment factor that helps strengthen a company's reputation, attract "green" investments, and ensure the stability of the national economy.