The World's Climate Summit in Türkiye. Together for a Cleaner Future.
COP31 is the 31st United Nations Climate Change Conference and will be held in Antalya in November 2026. At the summit, world leaders, experts, and civil society representatives will discuss joint solutions to combat climate change and build a sustainable future. Hosted by Türkiye, this conference will be an important gathering for shaping global climate policies.
United Nations Secretary-General’s Advisory Board on Zero Waste and Honorary President of the Zero Waste Foundation
Chairperson
The establishment of the Secretary-General’s Advisory Board on Zero Waste was announced by the United Nations Secretary-General at the High-Level meeting on the role of zero waste as a transformative solution in achieving the sustainable development goals.
The Advisory Board was established for a three-year period. Comprising 12 members, the Board works in line with United Nations General Assembly resolution 77/161.
Climate Guide
Everything you need to know about COP31, the global climate summit hosted by Türkiye in 2026, shaping the future of our planet.
COP31 (31st Conference of the Parties) is the latest session of the supreme decision-making body of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). Since 1995, these annual summits have served as the primary global platform for negotiating and advancing collective action against climate change. COP31 represents a critical milestone where countries are expected to strengthen their climate commitments and accelerate the transition toward a low-carbon future.
Decisions made at COP31 will influence a wide range of areas, from national carbon reduction targets and energy policies to sustainable development strategies and climate finance mechanisms. Landmark agreements such as the Paris Agreement (COP21) have already reshaped global policy frameworks, and COP31 is expected to further drive the next phase of climate action and economic transformation.
Decisions taken at COP31 will have far-reaching impacts, shaping global economies, international trade, and national environmental policies for decades to come.
SUSTAINABILITY VISION
Türkiye is a country highly exposed to climate risks and globally recognized for its leadership in zero waste and the circular economy, while actively developing systemic solutions that place sustainable development at the core. Through the Zero Waste initiative, Türkiye has emerged as a global model, demonstrating how national policy, international advocacy, and societal transformation can converge into a truly transformative sustainability movement.
"Hosting COP31 strengthens Türkiye’s leadership in climate diplomacy, reinforces its role as a global zero waste champion, and accelerates regional and international cooperation toward climate-resilient development."
Education & Awareness
Addressing the climate crisis requires collective awareness and global understanding. That is why we explain what COP31 is, how it works, and how its decisions impact countries around the world in a clear, simple, and accessible way.
Understanding what COP31 can change is essential for everyone. This section is designed both for those discovering COP31 for the first time and for those who want to follow the process more closely and in depth.
First Lady of the Republic of Türkiye & Honorary President of the Zero Waste Foundation
LIVE GLOBAL DATA
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Waste recovered through recycling this year
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Plastic Waste
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RENEWABLE CAPACITY
Projected installed capacity by 2035
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Zero Waste project goals
AFFORESTATION
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Zero Waste Vision
Annual waste production in Turkiye and waste recovery targets
Data provided by the United Nations and the Zero Waste Foundation.
Data provided by the World Bank
Approximately 36 million tons of solid waste is generated annually in Turkiye. With the Zero Waste Project, it is aimed to increase the waste recovery rate to 35%.
2025 Target
Zero Waste in Action
People. Places. Progress.
Our high-level platform unites ministers, city leaders, international organizations, businesses and civil society to advance circular economy solutions.
Adoption of the Istanbul Declaration on Zero Waste, committing countries and organizations to prevention, circularity and resource efficiency in line with the UN 2030 Agenda.
Advancing Zero Waste and Climate Resilience
Findings will inform the 2026 UN Secretary-General’s Zero Waste Report, helping advance zero waste within global policy frameworks.
Findings will inform the 2026 UN Secretary-General’s Zero Waste Report, helping advance zero waste within global policy frameworks.
Reducing Food Waste and Conserving Water — Safeguarding Our Future
OUR NETWORK
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LATEST UPDATES
Follow the latest developments regarding Ministry statements, pavilion works, and international collaborations.
Founder of the Zero Waste Movement, First Lady Emine Erdoğan evaluated energy transition and COP31 goals at the High-Level Dialogue on Energy Transition held at the UN.
Founder of the Zero Waste Movement, First Lady Emine Erdoğan emphasized the role of the Zero Waste vision in global climate action at the opening of New York Climate Week.
Speaking at the LDC-GIF Launch High-Level Dialogue during New York Climate Week, Samed Ağırbaş emphasized the importance of resource efficiency and zero waste in green industrialization.
