Menteşe Municipality takes a leading role in combating climate change, operating with an environmentally friendly and sustainable service approach. Through projects supported by the South Aegean Development Agency, it works towards reducing its carbon footprint, promoting the use of clean energy, and establishing sustainable transportation infrastructure. In 2024, it signed the European Covenant of Mayors, committing to achieving climate neutrality by 2050 and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Collaborating with citizens, businesses, and stakeholders, the municipality has developed a local climate pact to meet the goals of the Paris Agreement. By implementing innovative projects and urgent action plans, Menteşe aims to set an example as a city dedicated to fighting climate change with sustainable solutions.
Menteşe Municipality prioritizes projects that promote sustainable development in the fight against climate change. Aiming to set an example locally in reducing its carbon footprint and improving energy efficiency, the municipality focuses on clean energy use, sustainable transportation, and environmentally friendly infrastructure initiatives. By leveraging climate financing effectively, it seeks to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and expand the use ofrenewable energy sources.
Committed to the European Covenant of Mayors, the Municipality develops action plans that emphasize citizen participation to achieve climate neutrality. With this approach, it aims to lead social, economic, and
environmental transformation processes.