Research Evaluates Rooftop Photovoltaic Potential at RAMS Park

 

Research Evaluates Rooftop Photovoltaic Potential at RAMS Park

A scientific study published in Nature by researchers affiliated with Istanbul Gelisim University—including Mehmet Soyal, Mehmet Sena Kaşka, Ünal Can Gökmen, and Tekmil Sezen Soyal—has evaluated solar irradiance variability and rooftop photovoltaic energy potential at RAMS Park stadium in Istanbul. The study assesses the feasibility and efficiency of integrating solar power systems into major athletic infrastructure within the city to support clean energy initiatives.

Source / Link: Nature

Global Summits in Istanbul: Focus on Climate Action and Nuclear Energy

 

Global Summits in Istanbul: Focus on Climate Action and Nuclear Energy

Istanbul has served as a central hub for international dialogues focusing on environmental sustainability and future energy infrastructure.

Ahead of the UN climate change conference (COP31), which Turkey is slated to co-chair, the country is heavily promoting its national "zero waste" initiative. During a recent summit in Istanbul, participants emphasized the need for stronger international coordination regarding zero-waste policies and climate resilience, aiming to establish circular economies that mitigate environmental impact.

In the energy sector, the World Nuclear Association, in partnership with the Nuclear Industry Association of Türkiye (NIATR), hosted an End Energy Users Workshop in Istanbul. The gathering brought together industry leaders, policymakers, and academics to discuss the deployment of nuclear solutions for large energy consumers. The summit aimed to shape the future of reliable, decarbonized energy grids for heavy industries.

Sources:

• Atlantic Council: Dispatch from Istanbul: Why Turkey is throwing its weight behind 'zero waste' ahead of COP31

• World Nuclear Association: Industry Leaders Gather in Istanbul to Shape Nuclear Solutions for Large Energy Users