Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change Ministry

Officials from the Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change Ministry conducted a record number of inspections last year to identify companies creating the most pollution, issuing a total of 350 million Turkish Liras in fines.

Groundwater sources in Turkey are burdened and critically decreasing due to faulty agricultural practices, unplanned cities and uncontrolled population, according to a water report.

The report was prepared by the Water Policies Association, using the data of the Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change Ministry.

Turkish street waste collectors have been waiting for legislation from authorities to improve their working conditions, the head of an NGO has said.

Keeping the environment clean in addition to contributing to the economy, street waste collectors have played a vital role on the front lines during the COVID-19 lockdowns. Now they seek better working conditions and social security.