Balikesir

Balıkesir is a diverse and strategically located city in western Türkiye, stretching between the Marmara and Aegean seas. With a landscape that includes coastlines, agricultural land, forests and growing urban centres, the city experiences a mix of Mediterranean and continental climate conditions. Rising temperatures, drought, wildfires and pressure on water resources are becoming increasingly significant challenges across the region.

Balıkesir’s economy is closely connected to agriculture, industry, energy production and tourism, making climate action relevant across multiple sectors. The city is working to balance economic development with the protection of natural ecosystems and the transition towards more sustainable infrastructure and resource use.

The municipality has been developing actions focused on renewable energy, sustainable mobility, waste management and environmental protection, while also strengthening climate adaptation and disaster resilience. Given its large territory and varied geography, coordination between urban and rural areas is an important part of the city’s approach.

Climate action in Balıkesir is shaped by the need to connect environmental resilience with regional development. Through collaboration with local stakeholders, public institutions and businesses, the city is building a pathway towards climate neutrality that reflects both its economic strengths and the environmental pressures facing western Türkiye.

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