Climate Journal

The Hidden Ecological Cost of the Digital Supply Chain

A smartphone and laptop with icons showing energy use, water consumption, and resource extraction to highlight the environmental footprint of digital devices.

Emin Eralp

Nov 17, 20253 min read

Turkey's Climate Law: Paving the Way for Climate Investment Leadership

Turkey's Climate Law drives carbon pricing, emission trading, and green investment, boosting sustainability and global competitiveness.

Gediz Kaya

Feb 25, 20253 min read

Kudos to a Handful of Countries who Updated their NDCs

A decade has almost passed since the adoption of the Paris Agreement. I remember my pure joy in witnessing its adoption based on an unprecedent consensus in international negotiations during COP21 in Paris. It was a feeling of genuine hope for the future. A decade has passed since then. The tenth anniversary of the Paris Agreement will be “celebrated” at COP30 this November. Are we on the right path? Will we have any viable reason to justify a celebration of the global agre

Sibel Sezer

Feb 17, 20252 min read

TOWARDS COP31

10 Critical Priorities for Turkish Civil Society Participating in the COP31 Process

COP31 may offer a critical milestone for Turkish civil society to become more visible and influential in global climate governance. The way it can achieve this is for civil society organizations to adopt a strategic, coordinated and multi-layered approach if it actually wants this. Key priority areas for preparation and engagement of civil society organizations in the lead-up to COP31 are outlined below, drawing on a webinar held with the participation of rights-based civ

Yunus Arıkan

17 hours ago3 min read

Mainstreaming Oceans at COP31

As COP31 approaches oceans are moving from the margins to the center of global climate negotiations, reflecting a broader shift in how climate challenges are understood. Set against the rapidly warming Mediterranean, this moment raises a critical question: will oceans and marine ecosystems finally take a leading role in shaping climate action? Oceans are increasingly gaining recognition within global climate negotiations. This recognition reflects a broader shift in how clima

Sibel Sezer

7 days ago6 min read

Crafting a Climate Story for Turkish Businesses Towards COP31

Explore how Turkish companies can shape a strong climate narrative and boost global leadership ahead of COP31.

Sibel Sezer

Mar 279 min read