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President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced Wednesday that his country has dramatically expanded its renewable energy capacity and outlined aggressive emission reduction goals during remarks at the United Nations Climate Summit.
Türkiye has increased the share of renewable energy in its total installed capacity to over 60% as of this year, Erdogan told the summit, marking a significant milestone in the country's energy transition efforts. The announcement positions Türkiye among nations making substantial progress toward clean energy infrastructure.
Türkiye's energy sector has undergone significant transformation in recent years, with substantial investments in solar, wind, and hydroelectric power generation. The country's strategic position between Europe and Asia has made it a key player in regional energy security discussions.
Speaking to international delegates, Erdogan detailed Türkiye's comprehensive climate strategy, which includes cutting emissions by 466 million tons by 2035 and reducing total emissions to 643 million tons through economic policy reforms.
The Turkish leader's approach emphasizes economic integration with climate policy, suggesting the government views emission reduction as compatible with continued economic growth.
"We will continue to transform our key sectors in line with our net zero emission target for 2053," Erdogan said, outlining Türkiye's long-term climate commitments.
The 2053 net zero target aligns Türkiye with international climate frameworks, though the timeline extends beyond the 2050 goals set by many developed nations.
The announcement was made during ongoing UN climate discussions where world leaders are presenting updated national climate commitments and progress reports on existing environmental goals. Türkiye's announcement comes as countries worldwide face mounting pressure to accelerate their transition away from fossil fuels and reduce carbon footprints amid global climate concerns.
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