Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change

Turkey formalizes COP31 hosting and expands climate agenda

47 clusters · 144 sources · last updated about 7 hours ago

Latest: Türk Telekom named technology partner for COP31 summit

Turkey is intensifying preparations for the COP31 UN Climate Change Conference, scheduled for November 9–20, 2026, in Antalya. Following the decision by 196 countries at COP30 in Brazil, Turkey has assumed the presidency

Türkiye record precipitation and agricultural impact

3 clusters · 7 sources · last updated about 12 hours ago

Latest: Turkey records highest precipitation levels in 66 years

Türkiye has recorded its highest precipitation levels in 66 years during the 2026 water year. Following the initial period ending July 31, 2026, where average precipitation reached 693 kilograms per square meter, new dat

Global spread and legal responses to microplastic pollution

7 clusters · 17 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Eastern Mediterranean groups demand ban on plastic waste imports

Global research continues to track the expansion of microplastic contamination. While previous studies highlighted deep-sea and North Sea pollution, new findings from the University of Plymouth and North Carolina State U

Turkey educational infrastructure development

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: TOKİ completes 1,505 schools and 31,782 classrooms in Turkey

Turkey is implementing various educational infrastructure projects through the Housing Development Administration (TOKİ) and local government investments. Initial reports highlighted specific regional developments, suc

Turkey Mediterranean waste pollution and tourism crisis

12 clusters · 63 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Alanya hosts marine cleanup event for World Cleanup Day

The Ministry of Environment, Urbanisation and Climate Change has intensified its crackdown on Mediterranean waste pollution. Since July 1, authorities have conducted 604 inspections across six provinces, resulting in 19

Turkey water infrastructure and wastewater upgrades

3 clusters · 22 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Istanbul implements major coastal and water infrastructure projects

Turkey is undertaking significant water infrastructure and wastewater treatment upgrades across several major regions to address pollution and long-term water security. In the İzmir and Istanbul regions, efforts are foc

Istanbul rental housing market developments

4 clusters · 74 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Istanbul social housing: TOKİ rental applications to begin September 14

The rental housing market in Istanbul has faced increasing pressure due to rigorous tenant screening processes and urban transformation projects. Landlords have implemented strict requirements to ensure financial securit

Turkish municipal solar energy projects

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Kahramanmaraş Solar Power Plant enters full production

The Kahramanmaraş Metropolitan Municipality has commenced full production at its Solar Power Plant (GES) located in the Pazarcık Karabıyıklı neighborhood. The facility, which was inaugurated on July 18, represents a 200

Turkish aviation infrastructure expansion

2 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Turkish Minister announces new airport developments in Malatya and Trabzon

Turkey is undertaking several major aviation infrastructure projects to expand its national capacity. At Istanbul Airport, a new 2,820-meter-long east-west runway is scheduled to begin service in mid-September to support

Istanbul coastal swimming bans

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Istanbul districts ban swimming due to high waves

Local authorities in three Istanbul districts along the Black Sea coast—Beykoz, Sarıyer, and Şile—have issued temporary swimming bans. The restrictions were implemented due to adverse meteorological conditions and high w

Turkey implements strategic roadmap for plastic waste

12 clusters · 50 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Türkiye Zero Waste Foundation signs climate pact with London Climate Action Week

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's housing reforms and urban transformation progress

13 clusters · 73 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Turkey extends Yarısı Bizden urban transformation campaign

Turkey is expanding its urban renewal and social housing initiatives through a long-term reform plan. The ‘Yarısı Bizden’ (Half is Ours) project, designed to transform risky structures, has been extended until December 3

Turkey earthquake mitigation and urban resilience

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Turkey emphasizes disaster preparedness and urban resilience

Turkey is addressing significant vulnerabilities in its building stock and disaster preparedness. Data from the Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change indicates that of 36 million independent units, app

Turkey water management and wetland protection

2 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Turkey implements new wetland protection regulations

Turkey has initiated several regulatory and strategic measures to manage its water resources and protect ecosystems. The government launched field studies for its National Water Reuse Master Plan, which involves inspecti

Ankara METU forest road project protests

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: METU students protest Ankara road project resumption

Protests have emerged in Ankara regarding the Bilkent-İncek Connection Road Project, which is planned to pass through the Middle East Technical University (METU/ODTÜ) forest. Demonstrators, including students, alumni, an

Turkey's DOA system expands and gains international acclaim

21 clusters · 101 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Turkey's DOA system collects 205 million beverage containers

Turkey’s nationwide Deposit-Return System (DOA) became fully operational on 1 July 2026, covering all 81 provinces and 973 districts. In the first ten days nearly 2 million users returned about 18.8 million PET, glass an

Karatay Municipality environmental and infrastructure works

2 clusters · 21 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Istanbul social housing project to begin rental deliveries in September

Karatay Municipality has initiated the ‘Karatay Air Quality Improvement Project’ to support net-zero emission goals and reduce carbon footprints. As part of this initiative, the municipality will provide 375 free condens

Preservation and modernization of Turkish bazaars

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Kümbet Village Bazaar to undergo urban transformation

Efforts to maintain and modernize historical commercial spaces in Turkey have been highlighted through various regional initiatives. In Trabzon, the 2,500-year-old Kemeraltı Çarşısı remains an active economic center wit

Esenyurt Municipality infrastructure and resource management

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: Esenyurt Municipality doubles parking capacity through new projects

Esenyurt Municipality has undertaken several infrastructure and resource management initiatives to improve district services. In late August 2026, the municipality expanded its service fleet by purchasing 50 new vehicle

Urban and tourism development in Düzce

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: Düzce Mayor Faruk Özlü inspects infrastructure works

Düzce Mayor Faruk Özlü has initiated several local development projects focused on tourism and urban infrastructure. Initially, the Mayor and Çilimli Mayor Yılmaz Yıldız inspected the Yeni Vakıf Göleti area to discuss a

Turkish earthquake safety and building regulation concerns

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Chamber of Civil Engineers calls for earthquake safety audits of registered buildings

The Chamber of Civil Engineers has petitioned the Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change to perform earthquake safety inspections on buildings that obtained ‘Building Registration Certificates’ through

Turkey 2027 property tax valuation updates

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: Turkey updates 2027 real estate tax calculation methods

The Turkish Ministry of Treasury and Finance and the Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change have issued new regulations regarding property tax valuations for 2027. Initial decrees established updated c

Marine ecosystem conservation in Turkey

3 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: Turkey advances marine conservation through cleaning and artificial reefs

Marine conservation and restoration efforts continue across Turkish coastal regions through localized cleaning operations and large-scale institutional programs. In Aydın, municipal divers have conducted sea floor cleani

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 20 days ago

Latest: Çorum implements urban renewal and cultural heritage projects

Turkey water management and environmental regulation

2 clusters · 18 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: Çınarcık swimming ban issued following Marmara Sea pollution

Turkey continues to manage regional water infrastructure and environmental protection initiatives. In Kocaeli, the municipality reported treating over 177 million cubic meters of wastewater in 2025, with ongoing investme

Severe weather and sea safety issues in Turkey

5 clusters · 63 sources · last updated 26 days ago

Latest: Giresun flood victim's body recovered in Trabzon

As severe weather and heavy waves persisted through August 2026, the number of fatalities across Turkey continued to rise. In response to dangerous wave heights and strong winds, authorities expanded swimming bans across

Turkey 500k Social Housing Lottery and Auctions

6 clusters · 44 sources · last updated 27 days ago

Latest: TOKİ announces housing updates in Afyonkarahisar and Istanbul

The Ministry of Environment, Urbanisation and Climate Change continued expanding Turkey’s 500,000‑unit social‑housing programme in August 2026. Following the Malatya draw on 24 July that allocated 8,448 households, Minis

Turkey construction accidents and new demolition regulations

20 clusters · 65 sources · last updated 27 days ago

Latest: Büyükçekmece begins demolition of four risky residential blocks

Since early June 2026, Turkey has experienced a wave of construction-site incidents, including roof fires, retaining-wall failures, and scaffold accidents. Fatalities occurred in July and August during scaffold failures

Turkey earthquake preparedness and building safety

3 clusters · 15 sources · last updated 28 days ago

Latest: Turkey marks Marmara earthquake anniversary with drills and calls for urban renewal

On the 27th anniversary of the August 17 Marmara earthquake, commemorations in Turkey have emphasized both disaster preparedness and the urgent need for urban renewal. In Kocaeli, the Metropolitan Municipality held an e

Turkey earthquake reconstruction housing

4 clusters · 23 sources · last updated 30 days ago

Latest: Turkey earthquake survivors face housing crisis and eviction threats

In early August 2026, Turkey’s Ministry of Environment, Urbanisation and Climate Change completed a large disaster‑relief housing project in the İslahiye district of Gaziantep, delivering 31,053 independent units—includi