Climate crisis and green transformation goals from Balıkesir Metropolitan Municipality
Balıkesir Metropolitan Municipality announced its goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 40 percent by 2030 and achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 within the scope of COP31.
12 November 2026, 10:29 · Balıkesir Büyükşehir Belediyesi
This story was automatically translated from the Turkish original.
According to an announcement by Balıkesir Metropolitan Municipality, a session was attended within the framework of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change 31st Conference of the Parties (COP31) held in Antalya. Mayor Ahmet Akın stated that they aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 40 percent by 2030 by analyzing the city's climate risks. In line with this, the Sustainable Energy and Climate Action Plan (SECAP) was prepared towards the goal of becoming carbon neutral by 2050.
Projects carried out within the municipality include Turkey's first "Ekokasaba" (Eco-town) project, a floating solar power plant, and zero-waste investments. Additionally, works such as the seawater desalination plant on Marmara Island, the renewal of drinking water networks, and the "Healthy Agriculture Zero Waste Clean Balıkesir" project, which includes the collection of agricultural waste, are ongoing.
Emphasizing the importance of cooperating with international financial institutions in the fight against climate change, Akın stressed that local governments must align their strategic plans with these goals. The Mayor stated that work continues with the goal of a more resilient and livable Balıkesir.
