About the Project
The project aims to increase the adaptation capacity of both forest ecosystems and society to climate change by effectively utilizing forest ecosystem services in the provinces of Istanbul, Edirne, Kırklareli, and Tekirdağ.
These regions where the project will be implemented constitute Turkey's most densely populated and economically most important areas. This region, providing 33.4% of Turkey's Gross Domestic Product (GDP), is home to approximately 18 million people living within the boundaries of the Istanbul Regional Directorate of Forestry. This situation demonstrates the critical importance of the forests in the North Marmara Region for both the well-being and sustainability of society. The guidelines, tools, and information materials developed within the scope of the project will be made available not only in the project region but also for use in the 28 regional directorates of forestry throughout Turkey.
Istanbul Forests and
Social Cohesion Project
About Us
The "Ecosystem Services for Social Cohesion in the Istanbul Regional Directorate of Forestry" Project is carried out under the leadership of the Istanbul Regional Directorate of Forestry within the scope of the Climate Change Adaptation Grant Programme supported by the European Union.
Vision
The project aims to empower society through a sustainable management approach by protecting forest ecosystem services. Developing nature-based solutions by increasing the resilience of forests in and around Istanbul against climate change is among the main priorities.
Mission
Scientific analyses, participatory mapping studies, and awareness programs are conducted to protect forest ecosystem services and increase the capacity for adaptation to climate change. Sustainable resource management is promoted by developing nature-based solutions in cooperation with local governments and stakeholders.
Featured Work
Within the scope of forest ecosystem services and climate change adaptation strategies, studies are carried out on mapping forest ecosystem services, vulnerability analyses, developing climate change adaptation strategies, and creating nature-based solutions in collaboration. Additionally, field-based solution models are tested through pilot applications, and the public's awareness of ecosystem services is supported by organizing awareness-raising training sessions.