Turkey’s Pioneering Role in the Global Zero Waste Movement

Turkey’s Pioneering Role in the Global Zero Waste Movement

Emine Erdogan and the Zero Waste Movement

Emine Erdogan, under whose patronage the “Global Zero Waste Goodwill Declaration” was signed, expressed her satisfaction at meeting with the Advisory Board members on the day of the declaration’s first signatures. She highlighted the leadership role of President Erdogan in the success of the “Zero Waste” movement, restating that he was the first to sign the declaration. Erdogan also expressed her unwavering support for the movement.

During the meeting, topics such as shifting consumer habits towards sustainability, spreading pilot applications in this area, emphasizing recycling solutions, national zero waste initiatives, and sharing accumulated knowledge with different countries and sectors were discussed. Advisory Board members acknowledged Turkey’s commendable progress in zero waste and thanked Emine Erdogan for her hospitality.

Meeting with Veronica Alcocer Garcia

Additionally, Emine Erdogan met with Veronica Alcocer Garcia, the wife of the Colombian President Gustavo Petro, at the Turkish House. This meeting was held within the scope of the 78th United Nations General Assembly meeting in New York, USA. During the meeting, Emine Erdogan and Veronica Alcocer Garcia shared information on women’s rights, equal opportunities in education, and waste management.

Veronica Alcocer Garcia congratulated Emine Erdogan on her position as the President of the UN Zero Waste Advisory Board, a role she undertook upon the proposal of UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres. Recalling her visit to Colombia in 2015, Emine Erdogan expressed her wish to host Veronica Alcocer Garcia in Istanbul on the occasion of “World Cities Day” on October 31.

Global Zero Waste Goodwill Declaration

The “Global Zero Waste Goodwill Declaration” is a significant document aimed at promoting sustainable practices and reducing waste globally. The declaration emphasizes the importance of efficient resource use, waste reduction, and recycling. It is in alignment with the Paris Agreement and the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals. The declaration was made available for global signatures, with President Erdogan being the first to sign.

Impact and Future Goals

The main takeaways from the article include the gathering of signatures for the “Global Zero Waste Goodwill Declaration”, the discussion on shifting consumer habits towards sustainability, the meeting between Emine Erdogan and Veronica Alcocer Garcia, and the discussions on women’s rights, equal opportunities in education, and waste management.

The Zero Waste Movement, under the leadership of Emine Erdogan, continues to make significant strides in promoting sustainable practices and waste reduction. It is evident that the movement’s impact is not just local but global, with other countries recognizing and applauding Turkey’s efforts. The future goals of the movement include further spreading the initiative, influencing consumer habits towards sustainability, and promoting recycling solutions.