AKP Government Allocates Resources to Mining and Energy Projects Amid Ecological Concerns
The AKP government has opened extensive land to mining and energy projects, leading to environmental degradation across Turkey. This allocation threatens biodiversity and raises risks for ecological and economic stability in affected regions.
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Between early 2023 and late 2025, the Turkish government, through the General Directorate of Mining and Petroleum Affairs, awarded numerous tenders for mining and energy projects, impacting vast land areas across provinces like Giresun, Ordu, Rize, and İzmir. The allocation of land has predominantly favored companies linked to the AKP, such as Alagöz Mining and Eti Bakır, resulting in significant ecological destruction, including the degradation of water quality and disruption of local ecosystems.
The Black Sea region, with over 250 hydroelectric plants, faces severe water shortages and ecological imbalance. Additionally, ongoing legal battles by local communities against mining operations highlight resistance to these government-sanctioned projects.
Despite legal rulings, companies continue operations, exacerbating environmental risks. As forest fires continue to devastate areas annually, the long-term implications for biodiversity and human health remain concerning.
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