Türkiye Expands Zero Waste Vision with Marine Conservation Inspection at Tavşan Island

 

Türkiye Expands Zero Waste Vision with Marine Conservation Inspection at Tavşan Island

As part of Türkiye’s nationwide Zero Waste project, Istanbul Governor Davut Gül and Zero Waste Foundation President (and COP31 High-Level Climate Champion) Samed Ağırbaş conducted an inspection visit to Tavşan Island. The visit focused on reviewing local marine conservation efforts, ecosystem preservation strategies, and expanded coastal waste management protocols.

Sources:

• Daily Sabah: Türkiye's zero waste vision expands with marine conservation drive

Istanbul Launches Zero Waste Festival with Press Conference

 

Istanbul Launches Zero Waste Festival with Press Conference

Istanbul officially commenced its Zero Waste Week, a municipality-supported initiative designed to promote environmental sustainability and resource management. The week's programming began with the launch of the Zero Waste Festival, inaugurated via a formal press conference. The opening event was attended by high-ranking officials, including the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, Alparslan Bayraktar, emphasizing the national and local commitment to reducing environmental footprints and advancing recycling initiatives.

Sources & Links:

• Daily Sabah: Zero Waste Week begins in Istanbul