Recent Changes In Mining, Renewable Energy And Electricity Legislation

Law No. 7554 on Amendments to Certain Laws, which introduces changes to many fundamental pieces of legislation applicable to the energy sector, was published in the Official Gazette dated 24 July 2025 and entered into force on the same date. These regulations include changes regarding the clarification of mining permit processes, the development of strategic mining policies, the facilitation of mining activities in olive grove areas, and the provision of incentives and facilities for renewable energy investments.

1. Amendments to Mining Law No. 3213

1.1. Mining activities in olive grove areas

Pursuant to the Provisional Article added to Mining Law No. 3213, in areas registered as olive groves or where olive trees are actually present, upon proof that the activity cannot be carried out elsewhere and with the permission of the Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources (the "Ministry"), and considering the public interest, olive trees in the area where mining