# Environmental pollution in Trabzon plateaus > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/environmental-pollution-in-trabzon-plateaus > Updated: 2026-08-28T11:23:00.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. High-altitude plateaus in Trabzon, Turkey, including the Camiboğazı Plateau and areas near the Sümela Monastery, have faced environmental degradation due to increased automobile access and tourism. Observations indicated significant littering from day-trippers, such as plastic waste and food packaging, which has polluted local streams and contributed to a decline in traditional cattle farming. In response, the Trabzon Metropolitan Municipality conducted a comprehensive cleanup operation in the Kurtdere and Camiboğazı plateaus to preserve their natural structure. While these areas are located within Gümüşhane borders, they are heavily used by residents from both regions. Mayor Ahmet Metin Genç stated that maintaining a clean environment is a “shared responsibility,” noting that municipal efforts must be complemented by increased environmental consciousness among citizens. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-28: Trabzon Metropolitan Municipality cleans Kurtdere and Camiboğazı plateaus Trabzon Metropolitan Municipality conducted a cleanup of the Kurtdere and Camiboğazı plateaus to remove waste left by visitors and urged citizens to take responsibility for preserving these natural areas. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/trabzon-metropolitan-municipality-cleans-kurtdere-and-camiboaz-plateaus ### 2026-08-23: Trabzon plateaus face environmental pollution and declining traditional farming Environmental pollution and the decline of traditional cattle farming are affecting plateaus in Trabzon, Turkey, as increased tourism leads to significant littering in natural areas. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/trabzon-plateaus-face-environmental-pollution-and-declining-traditional-farming --- Cite as: Environmental pollution in Trabzon plateaus. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/environmental-pollution-in-trabzon-plateaus