Turkey: Environmental Law
This law outlines Turkey’s environmental policy in general terms. It aims to protect the environment and Turkey’s natural resources for the benefit of future generations. It includes the polluter pays principle. Regulations have been issued on air quality protection, water pollution control, environmental impact assessment, hazardous waste control, noise control, and the control of hazardous materials.
Date Implemented: 1983
Status: In Force; Framework Policy
References: World Energy Council
Turkey: Environmental Impact Assessment Regulation (EIAR)
Part of the Environmental Law of ‘83, this legislation outlines the administrative and technical principles surrounding an environmental impact assessment that will be undertaken to identify and to evaluate all possible impacts any public or private project may have on the environment and to prevent any damages these projects may cause.
Date Implemented: 1983
Status: In Force; Mandatory
References: World Energy Council