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International Conference on Recycling and Reuse
The purpose of the symposium is to provide a platform for researchers and practitioners to exchange emerging ideas and to investigate key issues such as: integrated waste management; contaminants of concern, identification, control and treatment; health related issues; novel applications for reuse and recycling; renewable energy sources; green technologies and developing markets for recycling and reuse.
 
20-Dec-11
Dow and AKSA Form Carbon Fibre Venture in Turkey
"Carbon fibre composites, which will replace metal as the material of the future, have significant importance for fundamental industries in Turkey such as transportation (automobile, high-speed train, vessels, heavy vehicles, etc.), wind energy technologies and construction, particularly for earthquake-resistant buildings," says Mehmet Ali Berkman, CEO of the Akkök Group and AKSA Board Chairman.
20-Dec-11
Turkish Company Expands Production on Projected Wind Turbine Growth

“We are investing in the region with the most potential for growth,” explains Ustunel.

“Manisa is located in the Aegean region, which accounts for about 80% of the country’s wind energy potential. We believe that this investment creates a greater logistical advantage for our wind energy customers."

16-Dec-11
Turkish Company to Produce Hydro Electric Equipment in Tajikistan
Under the agreement, the Turkish company Era will produce hydro-electric and hydromechanical units. The company will also train local staff in the sphere.
08-Dec-11
Solar Lights Play Role in Turkish Disaster Releif


Nokero solar light bulbs are among the items being delivered as part of the ShelterBox disaster relief effort in Van, Turkey.

Read more: http://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/11/11/p2128758/solar-light-delivered-to-turkey-as-part-of-ongoing-relief-effort-by-she#ixzz1gXu1WUzk

15-Nov-11
Development Banks Involved in Hydropower Projects


The involvement of multi-national banking institutions is critical to the completion and modernization of hydroelectric projects, particularly in the developing world. This article details nearly US$16 billion in funding recently awarded for work at more than 50 projects.

10-Nov-11
Turkish Graduate Develops new material for Solar PVUnder the direction of a new McCormick professor, researchers have developed a new material that absorbs a wide range of wavelengths and could lead to more efficient and less expensive solar technology. Koray Aydin, assistant professor of electrical engineering and computer science and the paper's lead author received his BS and PhD in physics from Bilkent University in Ankara, Turkey.
08-Nov-11
EBRD and Isbank Team for Renewable Energy LendingThe EBRD is boosting its support to energy efficiency projects in Turkey with a new US$ 40 million loan to Isbank for renewable energy and energy efficiency lending to local companies and households.
31-Oct-11
Turkish Coastal, Tourist City of Antalya to Promote Solar Use
"We aim to make Antalya the leader of solar power generation of Turkey and to promote it to the world as 'The Solar City,'" says Antalya's mayor Mustafa Akaydin.
20-Oct-11
Turkey Developing Wind Turbines

Late next year, expect the unveiling of the first stage in this ambitious energy project: a 500-KW wind turbine built entirely locally, using only parts produced in Turkey. By 2014, the government expects to follow up this 500-KW model with a 2,500-KW wind turbine, also completely locally produced.

12-Oct-11
The Caspian: Technologies for the Environment (CTE) International Exhibition
The Caspian: Technologies for the Environment (CTE) International Exhibition will take place in Azerbaijan for the first time on 2-4 November. The event will be held in Baku Expo Centre, with the support and active participation of the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources of Azerbaijan.
12-Oct-11
EBRD Will Loan €225 million for Turkish Renewables, WTE and Efficiency
"By extending the Mid-size Sustainable Energy Financing Facility, or MidSEFF, originally launched in December 2010, the Bank will continue helping Turkey to reduce its dependence on fossil fuels by financing private sector energy efficiency investments in mid-size sustainable energy projects with the total investment cost of up to €50 million,"
29-Sep-11
Clean Energy Transition Fund Progresses in Turkey
Crescent Capital, a Turkish-based fund manager focused on clean energy and infrastructure has appointed Ipes as the administrator for its Clean Energy Transition Fund, L.P (“CETF”).
21-Sep-11
Wasabi Energy Establishes Kalina Cycle(R) Project Development Company in TurkeyWasabi Energy's recently established subsidiary, Imparator Enerji(3) is the licensee for the Kalina Cycle(R) power generation technology in Turkey. Imparator Enerji'sbusiness model involves the strategic application of the Kalina Cycle(R) technology to create greater value from traditionally low temperature heat sources, particularly in the geothermal and industrial energy efficiency sectors.
20-Sep-11
Overview of Renewable Energy Policies Offered
This is a very high level overview and there can, within each country, be variations related to, among others, technology and capacity.
14-Sep-11

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 Projects
Project TitleTechnologyCapacity MWStatusSponsor
Seyitali Wind FarmWind30
planned
Polat Enerji
Cetin HPPHydroelectric517
planned
Statkraft
Pamukoren Aydin Atlas Copco GeothermalGeothermal45
planned
Çelikler Jeotermal Elektrik Üretim A.Şof Turkey
Kizildere Geothermal PPGeothermal110
planned
Zorlu Natural Electricity
Karaman FlexEfficiency Hybrid Gas/Solar/Wind PPSolar Thermal508
planned
MetCap Energy Investments
Aksu Wind PPWind72
planned
Aksu Temiz Enerji Elektrik Üretim Sanayi ve Ticaret Anonim ªirketi
Yedigoze HPPHydroelectric320
under construction
Sanko
Dağpazarı Wind PlantWind39
under construction
Sabancı Holding
Canakkale Wind FarmWind90
operating
EnerjiSA Sabanci Holding, Verbund
Denizli - Jeoden Geothermal Electricity PPGeothermal0.78
planned start April 2011
Jeoden Geothermal
Madranbaba Wind FarmWind20
under construction
Turguttepe Wind FarmWind24
under construction
Gestamp wind
Arkun HPPHydroelectric236
under construction
Enerjisa Power Generation Company
Susurluk Wind FarmWind45
planned
Iltek Iletisim, Eksim Group
Langlee Wave Power - Turkey Test ParkWave0.6
planned
Ünmaksan

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 Policy/Regulatory
Policy NameTechnologySponsor
Geothermal Incentives and Turkish Electricity MarketGeothermalWorld Bank GeoFund
Turkish Solar Policy DiscussedSolar PVAssociation of Solar Electricity Producers and Photovoltaic Industrialists and Businessmen
Wind PolicyWindEnergy Market Regulatory Authority
Turkey Resource Minister on Renewable Energy, Solar PV, WindEnergy and Natural Resources Minister
Turkish Wind Energy Association (TÜREB) CommentsWindTurkish Wind Energy Association (TÜREB)
Development Bank Loans for Renewable EnergyAll RenewablesEnergy and Natural Resources
EBRD Energy Efficiency Lending and GrantsAll RenewablesEBRD
Energy Minister StatementAll RenewablesEnergy & Natural Resources Minister
Export-Import Bank of the United States FinancingAll RenewablesExport-Import Bank of the United States
Report on Turkish Geothermal PoliciesGeothermal
Turkish Parliament Passes Renewables LawAll RenewablesEnergy Market Regulatory Authority
Chart: Turkish Feed-in-TariffsAll RenewablesTurkey's parliament

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