Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change

Turkey COP31 preparations and green transition efforts

9 clusters · 65 sources · last updated about 9 hours ago

Latest: COP31 Climate Summit to be held in Antalya, Türkiye

As the COP31 United Nations Climate Change Conference approaches in Antalya (scheduled for November 9–20, 2026), Türkiye is intensifying preparations across environmental, financial, and social sectors. Hosted by the Min

Extreme weather shifts and regional volatility in Turkey

157 clusters · 759 sources · last updated about 17 hours ago

Latest: Istanbul and Izmir authorities deploy personnel for heavy rainfall

The meteorological shift in Turkey began in late August 2026, as a new weather system from the north replaced prolonged heatwaves with thunderstorms and cooler temperatures. By early September, flooding in the Black Sea

Severe flooding and weather disruptions in Turkey

4 clusters · 71 sources · last updated about 17 hours ago

Latest: Severe flooding hits Antalya, Mersin, and Adıyaman in Turkey

The severe weather system has expanded significantly beyond Istanbul and Bursa, impacting the Mediterranean and Aegean regions. In Muğla and Antalya provinces, torrential storms have caused widespread infrastructure dama

Turkish road and infrastructure development

103 clusters · 217 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Turkish municipalities announce infrastructure and landscaping tenders

Turkish municipalities and national agencies continue extensive road infrastructure, maintenance, and modernization projects. Recent activities show a focus on both rural and industrial connectivity, including asphalt re

Turkey public property auctions and leases expand Oct 2026

90 clusters · 126 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Turkey: Various real estate and vehicle auctions announced

The public property auction programme, launched in July 2026, continues to expand across Turkey through municipal tenders, court-ordered sales, and leasing processes. Throughout August and September 2026, enforcement and

Turkish bar association leadership and cooperation

2 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Mansur Yavaş meets Murat Kurum to discuss Ankara urban development

Recent developments within Turkish bar associations involve both leadership transitions and institutional coordination efforts. In İzmir and Edirne, new leadership has been established following elections. Serhat Sökmen

Elazığ Özel Medikal Hospital legal and financial crisis

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Elazığ Özel Medikal Hospital staff protest unpaid wages

Elazığ Özel Medikal Hospital in Turkey has faced significant legal and administrative penalties stemming from illegal waste disposal and financial misconduct. The Turkish Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate

Turkey implements strategic roadmap for plastic waste

16 clusters · 78 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Afyonkarahisar hosts Zero Waste and Climate Change workshop

Turkey continues to face significant environmental pressure from plastic waste imports. In 2025, European countries exported nearly 699,000 tons of plastic waste to Turkey, generating $193.2 million for Turkish recycling

Turkey expands e-Devlet services and digital tax oversight

19 clusters · 101 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Turkey implements new real estate payment and tax regulations

Following the 5 September 2026 expansion of tax oversight to digital economic activities, new measures have been implemented to target the unregistered economy and real estate sector. In Muğla, the Ministry of Finance in

Yusufeli Dam economic and energy impact

2 clusters · 31 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Turkey targets $100 billion energy infrastructure investment

The Yusufeli Dam and Hydroelectric Power Plant (HES) on the Çoruh River in Artvin has become a significant asset for Turkey’s energy and water management. Since beginning electricity production in 2023, the facility has

Turkey earthquake reconstruction and recovery

3 clusters · 18 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Turkey earthquake reconstruction efforts featured in US media

Following the February 6, 2023, Kahramanmaraş earthquakes, Turkey has engaged in large-scale reconstruction efforts involving infrastructure, schools, and historical city centers. Reports indicate construction activities

Turkey advances COP31 preparations amid policy and finance]s

60 clusters · 189 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: UN warns of emissions gap ahead of COP31 summit in Türkiye

As Turkey prepares to host the COP31 summit in Antalya (November 9–20, 2026), preparations have transitioned from academic engagement to formal diplomatic, technological, and financial frameworks. President Recep Tayyip

Istanbul rental market and TOKİ social housing

11 clusters · 101 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Turkey social housing project reaches 80,000 completed units

The rental housing market in Istanbul faces pressure from strict tenant screening and urban transformation. Landlords have increasingly implemented rigorous processes, requesting sensitive personal data, Findeks credit r

Turkey real estate and tourism regulation updates

6 clusters · 65 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: TOKİ to auction 725 land plots across 61 Turkish provinces

Turkey continues to implement regulatory changes in the real estate and tourism sectors to increase transparency and prevent fraud. In real estate, the Ministry of Trade is expanding the Electronic Listing Verification S

Turkey earthquake mitigation and urban resilience

8 clusters · 30 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Karşıyaka Municipality conducts disaster awareness training

Turkey continues to address vulnerabilities in its building stock and disaster preparedness through a combination of scientific integration and localized strategic planning. At the 40th General Assembly of the European S

Turkish government administrative appointments

3 clusters · 33 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Turkey extends Istanbul urban transformation support to 2027

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has implemented a series of high-level government appointments and removals across various Turkish ministries and public institutions, as published in the Official Gazette. Initial changes

Turkey 2026–2027 pension, wage, and budget outlook

83 clusters · 229 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Turkey: Legislative proposal to index minimum pensions to net minimum wage

As of late October 2026, focus remains on January 2027 salary and pension adjustments for millions of civil servants and retirees in Türkiye. While previous updates noted a potential gap between official inflation and pu

Turkish transportation and technology regulation updates

3 clusters · 23 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Turkey updates regulations for dangerous and perishable goods transport

Turkey has implemented several regulatory updates through the Official Gazette affecting transportation, safety standards, and academic technology transfer. In the electric scooter sector, a tiered penalty system has be

TOKİ housing debt discount campaign

4 clusters · 62 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: TOKİ discount campaign for housing and workplace buyers ends October 19

The Housing Development Administration of Turkey (TOKİ) is conducting a 25 percent discount campaign targeting approximately 228,000 housing and workplace owners. Under the program, announced by Minister Murat Kurum, i

Turkish environmental and energy regulatory updates

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Turkey introduces new eco-design and energy efficiency standards

Turkey has implemented new regulatory frameworks across different sectors to enhance environmental management and product efficiency. In the environmental sector, the Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Ch

Turkish municipal zero waste and recycling initiatives

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Turkish municipalities implement zero waste and recycling initiatives

Turkish municipalities are implementing various zero waste and recycling initiatives to promote environmental sustainability and a circular economy. In Yunusemre, a protocol established in 2024 with the 29th Region Mani

Turkish tourism sector development and expansion

4 clusters · 16 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Bodrum Boat Show showcases luxury yachts in Turkey

The Turkish tourism sector is undergoing expansion through new luxury developments and strategic regional planning. In Bodrum, upcoming high-end projects include the NG Sign Hotel, expected in 2027, and the Bulgari Resor

Turkey urban transformation and earthquake resilience

3 clusters · 17 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Tokat begins urban transformation and demolition works

Turkey is implementing various urban transformation and reconstruction projects to modernize housing and increase earthquake resilience across several cities. In Istanbul, the Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and C

Maltepe building collapse and reconstruction efforts

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Maltepe building collapse triggers urban transformation and emergency aid

Following the partial collapse of a seven-story building in the Cevizli neighborhood of Maltepe, Istanbul, on October 8, the Turkish government has announced relief and reconstruction measures. The incident resulted in f

TOKİ social housing and debt management

2 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: TOKİ completes 83,504 social housing units in nine months

The Housing Development Administration of Turkey (TOKİ) has implemented several initiatives regarding social housing and debt management in 2026. In September 2026, TOKİ launched a campaign offering a 25 percent discoun

Turkey earthquake reconstruction efforts

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: Turkey advances earthquake reconstruction in Hatay and Kahramanmaraş

Reconstruction efforts following the February 2023 earthquakes in Turkey are progressing across several sectors, including real estate, religious infrastructure, and student housing. In the real estate sector, Adıyaman

Turkey transport and logistics infrastructure development

17 clusters · 139 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: Trabzon Airport expansion begins with sea reclamation and drilling

Turkey continues to expand and restructure its transport and logistics infrastructure, focusing on maritime cargo, rail networks, tunnel construction, and new privatization models for strategic assets. In the maritime se

Turkey national smart city strategy implementation

2 clusters · 54 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: Turkish municipalities showcase smart city projects in Seoul

The Turkish government has initiated a national digital transformation through the ‘2030 National Smart Cities Strategy and Action Plan.’ Coordinated by the Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change, this

Illegal waste dumping enforcement in İzmir

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: İzmir Metropolitan Municipality launches tech-driven crackdown on illegal waste dumping

The İzmir Metropolitan Municipality has implemented a technological surveillance network to combat the illegal dumping of excavation and construction waste. Following a protocol with the Ministry of Environment, Urbaniza

Turkey marine ecosystem protection project

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 26 days ago

Latest: Turkey launches marine protection project in Fethiye

Turkey has initiated the ‘Map-Buoy Management Systems Project’ as part of the ‘Zero Waste Blue’ project to protect Mediterranean marine ecosystems, specifically seagrass meadows. The initiative, coordinated by the Minist