Çorlu

Çorlu is a major industrial city in north-western Türkiye, located in the Thrace region between Istanbul and the Bulgarian border. The city has a transitional climate influenced by both continental and Mediterranean conditions, with hot summers, cold winters and increasing exposure to heatwaves, drought and flooding linked to rapid urbanisation.

As one of Türkiye’s key manufacturing and logistics centres, particularly in the textile and industrial sectors, Çorlu faces significant environmental and climate challenges. Industrial activity, transport and fast population growth place pressure on energy systems, water resources and air quality, making sustainable urban development an increasingly important priority.

The municipality is working to integrate climate action into infrastructure, planning and environmental management. Key areas of focus include energy efficiency, waste management, sustainable mobility and the protection of water resources. Expanding green spaces and improving resilience to extreme weather events are also becoming central to the city’s long-term planning approach.

Çorlu’s climate transition is closely linked to its industrial transformation. Through cooperation with businesses, public institutions and local stakeholders, the city is seeking to balance economic competitiveness with environmental responsibility and build a more resilient, low-carbon future.

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