What is the project about? 

The overall objective of the project is set as “building societal resilience by strengthening climate change adaptation, particularly at sector and urban level” while the specific purpose is to establish an enabling environment for climate change adaptation in Türkiye by developing the policy, technical and operational baselines, including

• better decision-making tools for national climate change adaptation policies,
• urban adaptation planning solutions (urban adaptation strategies and action plans)
• capacity building and networking activities for climate change adaptation with the EU and the international community, and
• a climate change adaptation grant programme to implement climate change adaptation action.

What is the situation? 

Türkiye is among the countries most vulnerable to the impacts of climate change due to its geographic location and diverse climate zones. Although significant progress has been made in policy and planning, the implementation of adaptation actions remains limited, and the awareness of risks and available solutions at the local level is still insufficient.

What is our mission?

Our mission is to enhance Türkiye’s capacity to adapt to the impacts of climate change by strengthening national and local policies, increasing awareness, and supporting the implementation of concrete adaptation actions.

How are we doing this? 

We are working through a multi-level approach that includes the preparation of climate adaptation strategies and action plans, capacity-building activities for public institutions and stakeholders, awareness-raising events, and the implementation of grant-supported local adaptation projects. We also foster dialogue between national and local actors to ensure coordination and sustainability.

How will Türkiye benefit? 

Türkiye will benefit from strengthened climate resilience, improved local and national capacities, enhanced public awareness, and increased access to climate finance. These outcomes will help protect communities, ecosystems, and the economy from the adverse effects of climate change, contributing to a more sustainable and climate-resilient future.