Türkiye Journey

Türkiye's COP Journey

The Story of a Country Rising in Climate Diplomacy

THE BEGINNING

THE BEGINNING

Türkiye Joins the UNFCCC Process

Türkiye's inclusion in climate negotiations marks one of the most significant steps of the era, assuming shared responsibility as part of the global community.

Integrated climate policies into national development plans.
Adopted green transformation as a state policy.
Started setting targets compatible with the international climate regime.
Integrated sustainable development goals into public policies.
COP Reference: COP10 Era · 2004 · Buenos Aires

ROADMAP

ROADMAP

Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC)

With the adoption of the Paris Agreement, Türkiye set forth comprehensive targets centered on emission reduction and green development.

Energy efficiency and renewable energy investments
Waste management and circular economy
Low-carbon solutions in transportation
Protection of water resources
COP Reference: COP21 · 2015 · Paris

GREEN DEV

GREEN DEV

Green Development and Sustainability

Türkiye redefines its climate policies with the 'Green Development Revolution' vision. Nature-compatible production and resource efficiency are at the forefront.

Reduction of waste at the source
Sustainable cities
Food and water security
Transitioning the economy to a circular model
COP Reference: COP24 · 2018 · Katowice

ZERO WASTE

ZERO WASTE

Zero Waste in the Climate Story

Spearheaded by H.E. Emine Erdoğan, the Zero Waste Movement has transformed into a global model adopted by the United Nations.

Circular economy and inclusive sustainability
Conservation of resources
Waste-free living culture
Global leadership
COP Reference: UN General Assembly and Global Recognition

LEADERSHIP

LEADERSHIP

Increasing Impact at COP Summits

Türkiye has become an actor bridging developed and developing countries with its solution-oriented negotiation style, strengthening regional collaborations.

Climate finance and adaptation projects
Zero waste-based development approach
Urban transformation examples
Promotion of civil society participation
COP Reference: COP26 · 2021 · Glasgow

DIPLOMACY

DIPLOMACY

The Road to Hosting COP31

Türkiye assuming the COP31 presidency is the strongest indicator of international trust and determination for green transformation.

Trust in Türkiye on international platforms
Global impact of the Zero Waste Movement
Potential for regional climate leadership
Vision of a country developing innovative policies
COP Reference: COP31 Hosting · 2026 (Planned)

VISION 2026

VISION 2026

Türkiye's COP31 Vision

Main themes Türkiye will highlight within the scope of COP31 for a cleaner, more circular, and stronger future:

Circular Economy and Waste Management
Access to Climate Finance
Agriculture, Water, and Food Security
Just Transition and Youth Participation
COP Reference: COP31 · 2026 · Türkiye

INFINITY

INFINITY

The Journey Continues

Türkiye's COP journey is not a finished story; it is a living process growing every year with more institutional and social ownership.

Municipalities and Local Governments
Universities and Academia
Civil Society and Youth
Private Sector and Business World
COP Reference: 1995–2026 · Ongoing COP Process
Global Vision
Zero Waste Foundation & COP

Zero Waste Foundation & COP

"A Journey Carrying Türkiye's Sustainability Vision to the Global Stage"

The Zero Waste Foundation is the carrier of one of the strongest sustainability stories Türkiye shares with the world. The Foundation aims to move fundamental approaches from the national level to international climate diplomacy.

Source Reduction
Circular Economy
Resource Efficiency
Waste-Free Living Culture

COP processes offer a unique platform for this vision to reach broad audiences and be shared with countries of the world.