World Bank Support of 600 Million Dollars to Turkey. šš¹š·
Significant support from the World Bank for Turkey, which is combating the effects of climate change! The Flood and Drought Management Project, which will be implemented with $600 million in financing, aims to increase Turkey's resilience against disasters.
šProject Objectives:
š¹Protecting 150,000 people against flood risks
š¹Providing drought monitoring data to 10,000 farmers
š¹Strengthening flood control infrastructure
š¹Preventing floods with nature-friendly solutions
š¹Reducing loss of life and property with early warning systems
š¹Expanding the drought monitoring system
š¹Increasing the capacity of relevant institutions
šThe World Bank Stands with Turkey!
Humberto Lopez, World Bank Country Director for Turkey, stated that Turkey is taking determined steps in combating climate change and expressed his belief that this project will enhance the country's resilience. The project will also contribute to Turkey's goal of reaching carbon neutrality by 2053.
šWhere Will It Be Implemented?
The project will be carried out in the Northern Aegean, Eastern Black Sea, Kızılırmak, BĆ¼yĆ¼k Menderes, Western Mediterranean, Eastern Mediterranean, and Western Black Sea basins. The drought monitoring system, which will start in the Ceyhan basin, will be expanded to other regions.
šFor a Safer Future!
The Flood and Drought Management Project will not only provide protection against disasters but also support agricultural production, contributing to economic development. With this project, Turkey is taking a step towards a more resilient future against climate change.