Climate Vision of Istanbul
November 2021
As is the case in the whole world, Istanbul also faces severe climate-related risks. If temperature rises are not limited to 1,5 to 2 degrees in the upcoming period, cities will face more disasters and cross the irreversible threshold. The 6th Report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) also states that global warming is unprecedented. The recent natural disasters such as wildfires, drought, and floods in Turkey have also been indicators of this.
The sea snot problem caused by 2-2.5 degrees Celsius warming of seawater and uncontrolled wastes have led to risks that will end life in the Sea of Marmara… The Marmara and the Black Sea climate characteristics observed in Istanbul have also started to change due to the climate crisis. The current Corona pandemic has shown us the reality of how important it is to preserve the natural balance and that our cities are not yet ready for this.
These processes have made it better understood the importance and the function of local administrations in keeping global warming under control. In this regard, the Climate and Environment Vision preparation for Istanbul was started, and the Istanbul Climate Change Action Plan was announced. Therefore, a much stronger fight against the problems considered of vital importance for Istanbul has begun.
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