Transformation to Renewable Energies in Turkey

Introduction

• Global shift from coal and petrol to renewable energies due to climate change.
• Transition to renewables isn't instantaneous.

Turkey's Initiatives

Zero Waste Project (2017)

• Launched by First Lady Emine Erdoğan.
• Aim: Reduce non-recyclable waste.

Climate Change Strategy

1. Mitigation Efforts
   • Increase forest areas.
   • Switch to different energy sources.
2. Climate Adaptation
   • Take urgent measures for climate adaptation.

Governmental Actions

• Fight Against Climate Change Declaration (Start of the year)
  • Strategy for recycling waste and supporting eco-friendly practices and investments.
• Renewable Energy Use
  • Remarkable success in the renewable sector.
  • Installed around 6,000 megawatts of new power in the last 1.5 years.
  • 98% of the new power from renewables.

Future Goals

• Boost wind power capacity, especially in the Aegean and Marmara regions by 2030.

Conclusion

• Unique landscape offers great opportunity for renewable resources.
• Turkey aims to develop sustainable energy and protect the environment.

Selene Şençay, TRT World, Kırşehir, Turkey.