Turkey's first Climate Law was approved by the Grand National Assembly of Turkey (TBMM) and enacted into law on July 2, 2025. The legislation establishes an emissions trading system and creates new regulatory bodies to enhance the country's efforts against climate change. It aligns with Turkey's green growth vision and the national target of achieving net zero emissions by 2053, as announced by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. The law aims to strengthen enforcement powers against polluters, promote clean energy, and improve disaster response measures. It also represents the country's first legally binding framework to implement the 2015 Paris Agreement. The law was passed amid a severe heatwave causing widespread wildfires, which has drawn some criticism from opposition groups and observers who consider the legislation "far from ideal." The Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change has addressed misconceptions about the law, emphasizing its role in Turkey's climate strategy.