The Joint-Stock Company Navoi Mining and Metallurgical Combine (NMMC) is one of the largest industrial enterprises in Uzbekistan, operating in the mining and metallurgical sectors. The efficient use of water resources at such large-scale industrial facilities is extremely important for both environmental sustainability and production efficiency.

In the developing world, including Uzbekistan, the rational use of water supply has become a pressing issue. As one of the largest industrial enterprises in Uzbekistan, NMMC must pay special attention to optimizing water use while maintaining environmental balance.

I believe it is reasonable to study successful strategies that have undoubtedly been implemented for conducting scientific research on this topic.

In particular, when examining the practical strategic projects of Vladimir Kvint—a prominent expert in the theory and methodology of strategy and the founder of the Russian school of strategy, Doctor of Economics, and academician—who has implemented water resource strategies in several countries including Uzbekistan, I consider the water resource management strategy of the Kuzbass region to be the best guideline in this field.

Considering the above, the following should be taken into account when managing water resources at NMMC:

• Implementation of water recirculation systems and closed-loop water supply systems;
• Collection of rainwater and installation of reuse systems for technical purposes;
• Use of modern water-saving technologies and the application of new methods to reduce water consumption in ore enrichment and metal smelting processes;
• Installation of automated monitoring systems to control water consumption in real-time;
• Establishment of strict environmental control to prevent water pollution and industrial waste from entering water sources;
• Analysis of water bodies surrounding the enterprise through regular laboratory studies;
• Implementation of international environmental management standards and extensive use of global best practices in water resource management;
• I believe that information exchange and initiatives in the field of water resources should be carried out in cooperation with the public.

In general, the implementation of such measures—including recycling systems aimed at the rational use of water in industrial activities, modernization of water supply systems, adoption of low-water-use technologies, and continuous monitoring through environmental systems—is one of the most urgent tasks today.

To conclude, water use in the operations of NMMC is one of the most important factors. Effective management of technological processes, cooling systems, and water resources for drinking and domestic needs ensures the sustainable and environmentally safe operation of the plant. In the future, it is crucial to widely introduce innovative approaches and water-saving technologies in this field.

References

1. Kvint, V. L., Zadorozhnaya, G. V., Dudovtseva, Yu. V., Alekseev, G. F., & Alimuradov, M. K. Strategizing of Kuzbass region ecological development. Kemerovo: Kemerovo State University; 2021. 416 p. https://doi.org/10.21603/978-5-8353-2797-3
2. Kvint, V. L. (2020). Theoretical foundations and methodology of strategizing Kuzbass as the most important industrial region of Russia. Economics in Industry, (3), 290–299.
3. Kvint, V. (2015). Strategy for the Global Market: Theory and practical applications. Routledge.
4. Strategizing Water Resources of Kuzbass: Monograph / Edited by V. L. Kvint. – Kemerovo: Kemerovo State University, 2021. – 388 pages. – (“Kuzbass Strategy Library” series)