Organized and Presented by
The Light Millennium, Charitable Global Human Advancement Organization | LMGlobal.Org (2001, New York),
in partnership with,
The Institution of Green Engineers | IGEN (India)
Date: On Saturday, May 27, 2023

Definition of the Panel: In support of the overarching theme of IGEN ENERGATHON 2023 along with #EarthDay, the LMGlobal.Org has brought a Turkish perspective into the international spectrum on Renewable Energy in connection with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) #7: Affordable and Clean Energy, along with, reference to the SDG#15: Life on Land in connection with the Eco-Architecture, and the SDG#17: Global Partnerships.
In this line, in connection with Earth Day and SDG 15 Life on Land; Prof. Dr. Demet Eryildiz focused on the “Potentials of Renewable Energy in Türkiye and Architectural Practices”, along with its usage level, existing and needed infrastructure, and technology, along with vision and ideas toward solutions.

POTENTIALS OF RENEWABLE ENERGY IN TURKİYE AND ARCHITECTURAL PRACTICES

Presented by Prof. Dr. DEMET IRKLI ERYILDIZ

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Abstract

The Clean Energy Foundation (Temiz Enerji Vakfı) working on renewable energy is Turkey’s first NGO. It carries out many national and international projects. The Foundation has carried out many applications in Anatolia and has published books and booklets aimed at raising awareness about clean energy.

The geography of Türkiye is suitable for obtaining maximum benefit from solar and wind energy. Self-sufficient cities and buildings can be designed and built through sustainable planning and architecture. In the presentation, Turkey’s renewable energy potentials and their distribution by sectors are given in numbers and graphics.

The teaching of local architecture combined with today’s technique and technology has developed up to zero energy buildings. This sensitivity is also supported by international agreements. The American Institute of Architects (AIA) asked members to make all new buildings and major renovations 100% carbon neutral by 2030.

Buildings use two-fifths of our planet’s resources, and the UN’s Global ABC report states that CO2 emissions produced by the buildings and construction industry are responsible for 38% of energy-related CO2 emissions. To stop the increase in CO2, we need to reduce emissions from buildings by 60% by 2050 compared to today. Zero-energy buildings, or more accurately, zero-carbon buildings, are the extreme point of this approach.

In the presentation, Turkey and world examples of the active and passive use of renewable energy in buildings are given. The speakers’ own designs are also presented with the visuals.
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(Below section is taken from Prof. Demet Eryıldız‘s PowerPoint Presentation)

ANATOLIA & SUN

• Sun; Beginning with the Hittites, it has been important in all aspects of life, agriculture and architecture in all Anatolian culture.
• Turkey’s location between 36-42 degree North latitudes is also an advantage in terms of solar energy use.
• Türkiye is located in a very suitable region for passive solar energy use.
• Obtaining hot water from collectors is very common, especially in the Aegean and Mediterranean regions.
• Energy production from PVs has come to the fore in recent years.

Recommendations: What should be done?

• An effective environmental and building inspection system should be established.
• It should be ensured that future generations are brought up with good environmental education.
• Non-governmental organizations and public institutions should carry out joint studies.
• Planned city areas should be created instead of unplanned urbanizations.
• The use of Clean Energy should be ensured.
• Effective laws should be established by the state to prevent environmental problems.
• The main task of local and central governments should be the resolution of environmental problems.