Türkiye regulations · 24 October 2026
COP31 briefing outlines 2035 targets and Antalya preparations
Murat Kurum outlined the COP31 Presidency’s six global implementation targets and preparations in Antalya. The objectives are not presented as new legal obligations.
According to a ministry report dated 23 October, COP31 President Murat Kurum briefed editors-in-chief in Istanbul on conference preparations. The briefing covered the action agenda, 2035 objectives and participation arrangements for the gathering planned for 9–20 November in Antalya. [Source](https://csb.gov.tr/haberler/cop31-baskani-kurum-genel-yayin-yonetmenlerine-cop31-hazirliklarini-anlatti-307093)
Six implementation targets for 2035
The objectives outlined by Kurum include increasing electricity’s share of global final energy consumption to 35%, halving the growth rate of global waste generation and reducing energy-use intensity in buildings by at least 25%. Another target is to raise circular material use in production and manufacturing to at least 15%. The remaining objectives concern increasing awareness in agriculture and climate education, and expanding the Climate Implementation Bridge. The ministry presents these as the presidency’s global implementation targets, not newly enacted rules or obligations for companies. [Source](https://csb.gov.tr/haberler/cop31-baskani-kurum-genel-yayin-yonetmenlerine-cop31-hazirliklarini-anlatti-307093)
Official source: Republic of Türkiye — Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change ↗Action agenda and implementation partnerships
The presidency’s ten themes cover zero waste, clean energy transition and electrification, food security, the Climate Implementation Bridge, oceans and seas, climate-resilient cities, youth and education, dynamic and resilient health systems, Rio Synergy and green industrialisation. Kurum named the International Energy Agency, OECD and International Renewable Energy Agency among strategic partners. He described work with the United Nations Development Programme to translate national climate targets into implementable projects, and highlighted development banks and international financial institutions in accessing finance. [Source](https://csb.gov.tr/haberler/cop31-baskani-kurum-genel-yayin-yonetmenlerine-cop31-hazirliklarini-anlatti-307093)
Official source: Republic of Türkiye — Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change ↗Negotiations and public-facing activities
At the Antalya EXPO site, the Blue Zone is designated for official United Nations negotiations. The World Leaders Summit is also planned there on 11–12 November. Kurum said that 85 heads of government and state had notified their participation and approximately 3,000 journalists had been accredited at the time of the briefing. The Green Zone is intended to bring together universities, entrepreneurs, young people and civil society around climate solutions, science, art and technology, including presentations of new projects and practical applications. [Source](https://csb.gov.tr/haberler/cop31-baskani-kurum-genel-yayin-yonetmenlerine-cop31-hazirliklarini-anlatti-307093)
Official source: Republic of Türkiye — Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change ↗A showcase for climate technologies
According to the ministry, the Start-up Zone will enable climate-technology ventures to present projects to investors and meet international stakeholders. The Türkiye Pavilion will showcase applications in energy, waste management, urban development, science and technology. Kurum also reported more than 500 workspaces and 40 live-broadcast points at the media centre. Arrangements are planned to accommodate over 300 press conferences during the event. A Zero Waste Museum, children’s and youth workshops, and Zero Waste villages are also included in visitor preparations. [Source](https://csb.gov.tr/haberler/cop31-baskani-kurum-genel-yayin-yonetmenlerine-cop31-hazirliklarini-anlatti-307093)
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