Turkey is in the process of gradually shutting down its coal power plants within the scope of 2053 net zero target.
Current Situation
- Turkey's electricity production: ~30% coal
- ~40% natural gas
- ~30% renewable + nuclear
2053 Target
- Net zero carbon
- Coal closure of power plants
- Renewable energy-oriented system
- Share of nuclear energy (Akkuyu)
Problems of Coal Power Plants
- CO2 emission (highest)
- Air pollution (PM2.5, SO2, NOx)
- Water consumption
- Ash waste
- Mining impact
Natural Gas Transition
- Lower CO2 emissions
- Flexible production (renewable support)
- Import dependency (Russia, Azerbaijan, Iran)
- Interim solution (between 2030-2040)
Renewable Target
- 2035: 50%+ renewable
- 2050: 80%+
- SPP, WPP, geothermal, hydroelectric
- Investments are increasing
Employee Transition (Just Transition)
- Coal miner/plant worker retraining
- Regional economic support
- Social security
- "Just Transition Fund" in Europe model
EU CBAM Effect
- Carbon tax for EU exports after 2026
- Sectors such as iron and steel are affected
- Additional cost for Turkish producers
- Carbon-intensive production is losing its appeal
Constitutional Court/Council of State
The Constitutional Court and the Council of State, in environmental protection cases It emphasizes the principles of "sustainability" and "right to the next generation", and decisions in favor of the environment in coal power plants cases are increasing.
Energy and environmental law lawyer is recommended.