Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University hosts COP31 preparatory workshop

Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University (MSKÜ) hosted a COP31 workshop on October 5, 2026, to prepare for the upcoming climate summit. Organized by the Sustainable Green Campus Coordination, the event brought together academics, students, and various institutional representatives to focus on climate change, sustainability, and climate resilience.

The workshop marked the launch of the Muğla Climate Resilience and Adaptation Initiative (MİDUG). This initiative aims to create an interdisciplinary framework to consolidate various research efforts, foster new collaborations, and transform scientific knowledge into practical applications to enhance Muğla’s climate resilience.

Discussions covered a wide range of topics, including ancient water management, coastal and wetland protection, sustainable tourism, clean energy, zero waste, and smart city technologies. The event also featured student project presentations and sessions designed to facilitate direct interaction between academics and students to plan work leading up to COP31.