Environmental Obligations And Regulatory Compliance In Mining Activities

A. INTRODUCTION

Mining is a sector of strategic importance to the Turkish economy; however, it is also one of the fields of activity capable of generating significant environmental impacts. Mineral exploration and mining operations may lead to changes in land use, impacts on biodiversity, water and air pollution, waste generation, and increased pressure on natural resources. For this reason, mining activities under Turkish law are regulated not only through licensing procedures but are also subject to comprehensive environmental obligations.

Today, in order for mining projects to be carried out in compliance with the law, investors must take into account not only the obligations arising under Mining Law No. 3213 but also the permitting, inspection, and rehabilitation obligations imposed by environmental legislation.